The Suite Life: Opening Doors in Hospitality - T&H Club’s Hospitality Conference 2025

Join us for the 2nd annual Travel & Hospitality Conference on April 18th at The Wharton School. We are excited to welcome speakers across the hotel, restaurant, cruise, commercial real estate, and startup spaces.

9:00-9:30 am: Breakfast Catered by Kismet Bagels

9:30-10:15 am: Fireside Chat with Ian Lafkowitz, Partner at Joe's Pizza NYC

10:30-11:15 am: Fireside Chat with Lily Rivkin, Wharton MBA '24, Founder & CEO of Rooted Restaurants (+ Free Samples!)

11:30-12:15 pm: Fireside Chat with Alex Smith, President of Atlas Restaurant Group

12:30-1:00 pm: Lunch Catered by Goldie

1:15-2:00 pm: Keynote Panel: The Evolution of Lifestyle + Luxury Hotels in Real Estate

Panelists:
Noah Silverman, Global Development Officer at Marriott International
Abhay Bakaya, Chief Development Officer at Starwood Hotels
Julia Pei, Chief Business Officer and Partner at Major Food Group
Clare Harwood, Director of Development at Kerzner International

Moderator:
Todd Fieldston, Of Counsel at Paul Hastings

2:15-3:00 pm: Closing Panel: Navigating Hospitality on the Open Seas

Panelists:
Adriana Gomez, Director at MSC Cruises
Joey Ansua, AVP of Corporate Strategy at Royal Caribbean

Moderator: Jeffrey Cassullo, Deloitte

Time's of the essence. Secure your spot now to learn industry secrets from top leaders in travel, dining, and hospitality. We can't wait to see you there.

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