The Hospitality Show, the only event designed for hotel brands, franchisees and management companies to help them improve operational performance, drive sustainable profitability, and elevate the overall guest experience, formed its 2026 Advisory Board, a group of hospitality executives who will help guide the strategic direction and content of the event.
Produced by Questex and the American Hotel & Lodging Association, The Hospitality Show has rapidly set a new standard for industry events since its launch in 2023. This year’s Hospitality Show will take place Nov. 2–4, in Miami, bringing together leaders from across the hospitality ecosystem to explore emerging trends, operational strategies and technology innovations shaping the future of the industry.
The Advisory Board brings together senior leaders in the hotel industry and service providers across brands, management firms, technology, tourism, finance, food and beverage, and operations. Their collective expertise will help ensure The Hospitality Show continues to deliver meaningful insights, actionable strategies and high-value connections for hospitality professionals.
Members of The Hospitality Show Advisory Board include:
- Adil Kabani, partner, Kabani Hotel Group
- Amy Hulbert, VP boutique and upscale brands, BWH Hotels
- Andrew Arthurs, president and COO, Actabl
- Anil Aggarwal, CEO, Milestone
- Armaan Patel, CEO, AGA Hotels
- Carl Long, president and CEO, Purchasing Management International
- Chad Sorensen, managing director and CEO, CHMWarnick
- Dan Bell, VP, hotels and resorts East, Agilysys
- David Goldstone, president – hospitality, Enseo
- David Whitaker, president and CEO, Greater Miami CVB
- Dayna Kully, co-founder and partner, 5thGenWireless
- Dorothy Dowling, C-suite marketing leader, Independent
- Gene Guhne, SVP, global head of sales, Aven Hospitality
- Greg Cocchiarella, VP, industry relations, Ecolab
- Heather Altieri, VP of client management, Avendra
- James Perry, director of sales enablement, Entegra
- Jeff Bzdawka, president, Hapi
- K.C. Gallagher, SVP, COO, Apple REIT
- Kerry Levine, SVP and head of merchant sales, U.S. Bank
- Laura Calin, SVP Oracle consumer industries (hospitality, retail, restaurants), Oracle
- Lindsay Meadows, SVP, accounting and procurement, Hotel Equities
- Lynne Hernandez, regional director - Miami-Dade, FRLA
- Matt Hostetler, chief development officer, Red Roof
- Matthew Bright, SVP, head of information technology, Davidson Hospitality
- Michael Cheng Ph.D. CHE, dean, Florida International University
- Mike Dickersbach, chief information and digital officer, Highgate
- Nicolás Aznar, president, Americas, Vingcard
- Remco Brok, VP international business development, Coca-Cola
- Rob Auerbach, SVP, purchasing, Island Hospitality
- Scott Strickland, chief commercial officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
- Tina Patel, CEO and CFO, Promise Hotels
- Tom Curry, senior vice president, global corporate affairs, IHG
- Vinay Patel, principal, SREE Hotels
Through regular collaboration, the Advisory Board will provide input on conference programming, industry priorities, emerging technology, operational challenges and opportunities shaping the hospitality landscape.
The Hospitality Show connects hotel leaders with the solutions, strategies and partnerships needed to operate more efficiently, drive revenue and elevate guest experiences. The event features a dynamic conference program, an immersive expo floor showcasing innovative hospitality solutions, and networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful industry connections.
Registration and additional event details will be announced soon. For more information, visit: www.thehospitalityshow.com