Questex revealed its slate of key speakers for the first-ever run of the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF) Asia slated for 9 to 10 September in Hong Kong.

DBS Bank managing director and chief economist for research Taimur Baig will deliver the keynote speech focused on the theme “Charting Asia’s Economic Course: Insights for Investment.”

Of this, Baig said:  “I am excited to attend IHIF Asia to share insights on the global economic outlook, highlighting the risks and opportunities in technology, property, green transition, and trade. I also look forward to gaining insights from industry leaders.”

Experts share their thoughts

IHIF Asia gathers top players in the hospitality investment community, including HNWIs, family offices, sovereign wealth funds, private equity groups, global hotel brands, forward-thinking operators, and leading developers.

As such speakers for this year include CBRE head of hotels and hospitality capital markets Steve Carroll; SC Capital Partners’ chair and founder Suchad Chiaranussati; Pan Pacific Hotels Group CEO Choe Peng Sum; Galaxy Entertainment Group’s head of hotels and lifestyle Troy Hickox; Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts president and CEO Yoshiki Kaneda; IHG Hotels & Resorts CEO for EMEA Kenneth Macpherson; Accor Greater China CEO Gary Rosen; David Ling, the global head of hospitality investment for City Developments Limited; and Elie Younes, Radisson’s executive vice-president and chief development officer.

With such a stellar lineup, IHIF Asia promises to deliver unparalleled insights and exclusive networking opportunities, featuring thought leaders and experts from across the globe who will share their perspectives on the future of the hospitality industry.