In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, several hospitality industry conferences have postponed or gone virtual with events, while others are moving forward with their original dates and even launching new virtual events to address issues the industry is facing in the current environment. Below is a list of 2021 conference announcements.
Updated on May 21, 2021
IHG Hotel Development Symposiums
IHG Hotels & Resorts announced in January its schedule for a series of virtual Hotel Development Symposiums in early 2021. The free, online events are designed to bring information about IHG’s brands directly to owners in a convenient and informal way.
IHG started offering virtual development symposiums in 2020 as travel restrictions and the cancellation of events and conferences due to COVID-19 created an opportunity to connect with owners differently. IHG’s 2021 Hotel Development Symposiums will focus on the company’s luxury, lifestyle, and premium brands; insights into IHG’s growth strategy; and provide opportunities for Q&A and discussion. Additional brand-specific events and topics will be announced in the coming months.
Brand-focued events in early 2021 include: Hotel Indigo on January 28; voco Hotels on February 25; Regent Hotels & Resorts/InterContinental Hotels & Resorts on March 15; EVEN Hotels on April 19; and Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts in the second quarter (date to be determined)
