Bisnow Hotel Leadership, Investment & Management Summit
JW Marriott Washington DC
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Speakers
Opening Keynote
![Jon Bortz](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15476%2Fjon-bortz-square-1559926081.jpg&width=250&sign=j04JEjNU6PhH0UzErU5nu2-WSpUOUj_DPsfkPqFPKDs)
Jon Bortz
Chairman, President & CEO
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
![Gene Leone](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F1656%2F5ab02a985d306_gene_leone1.jpeg&width=250&sign=4E-EI0rsZpJnEUK50UEiBskIRFYT8i3zCQuEpwe_zII)
Gene Leone
Partner
White & Case
Maximizing In The Guest Experience & Driving Revenue Beyond The Room
![Kathleen Flores](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F12440%2Fkathleen-flores-square-1542318310.jpg&width=250&sign=Hs2Ql6tLvR0wHXeZmPs4dFSWgdZ0GHEm7Jl4dQfvK0c)
Kathleen Flores
EVP
Trump Hotels
![Thomas Papadopoulos](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F11644%2Fthomas-papadopoulos-square-1679005025-.jpg&width=250&sign=d5O1JD2EbdzKclRM6No-jsq5neNM4-pSjuyL1dNlcPg)
Thomas Papadopoulos
Principal Broker
Papadopoulos Properties
![Ryan Clifton](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16269%2Fryan-clifton-square-1566602930.jpg&width=250&sign=spz_9oQv0akwI_p5aGe6hSV0Molt-4Z2xbUNAu4I5FU)
Ryan Clifton
Associate Principal
EDSA
![Deborah Lloyd Forrest](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16400%2Fdeborah-lloyd-forrest-square-1568065447.jpg&width=250&sign=17FR3KC5nbpIKYQzazuskCvQRsISKFT2pqKjrxWlWjM)
Deborah Lloyd Forrest
Founder & President
Forrest Perkins
![Amberlee Huggins](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16252%2Famberlee-huggins-square-1566515813.jpg&width=250&sign=P7c_Fuk7rs5EoFBGGfmSKyeMDSiw5Fw3K_HlR2tghhQ)
Amberlee Huggins
President & CMO
CSI DMC
The Anatomy Of The Capital Stack & Creative Financing
![Rani Gharbie](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16192%2Frani-gharbie-square-1664396073-.jpg&width=250&sign=K-D0B82vc7AiVU0WYQhBrAK405f2-fRiR1RosNVTwzc)
Rani Gharbie
Head of Acquisitions & Development
The Pod Hotels (BD Hotels)
![Geoff Davis](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15475%2Fgeoff-davis-square-1559925898.jpg&width=250&sign=oGCFgvwQDxpj6aYYEmi0u2HdiQM3dHXgEOKGm2xdfMQ)
Geoff Davis
Founder & Senior Principal
Davis Hotel Capital
![Abie Hidary](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15711%2Fabie-hidary-square-1562107260.jpg&width=250&sign=vMbKyuRMyzuvTjcK4Jni1iEQV-ahlchiePJ0Ey7ecUE)
Abie Hidary
Principal
Hidrock Properties
![Jessica Bailey](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F10601%2Fjessica-bailey-square-1617826728.jpg&width=250&sign=axkNJaVr2Ezaz1cwSAbv-HyUt7ZnZe13G5j2xoBSpws)
Jessica Bailey
President & CEO
Nuveen Green Capital
![Mark Remington](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16253%2Fmark-remington-square-1566516217.jpg&width=250&sign=OQzzPnfXJip7WKhqeYvqbH5U2CUkAOgw7LGgS3E1Tw0)
Mark Remington
Principal
Phillips Realty Capital
![Corey Wilk](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F9439%2F5b466658e160a_corey_wilk.jpeg&width=250&sign=DW4rM9AJEReOLthMXD1honKZ3QtPpz3C6fx3tZkX0YI)
Corey Wilk
Real Estate Director
Goulston & Storrs
CO OP Trend Watch
Outside of the Industry Trends that will Impact your Hospitality Business
![Simon Hunter](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F12881%2F5b998cb0a0a0b_simon_hunter.jpeg&width=250&sign=rwGXpJeCANgk0NXWr9lC_sxUGfSbyBYBus7ljaSZyHk)
Simon Hunter
Partner & Chief Innovation Officer
CO OP
Embracing Uniqueness: Boutique Hotels & Soft Brands
![Robert Van Ness](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16386%2Frobert-van-ness-square-1567809996.jpg&width=250&sign=bDEXWzDMZpD7x3aK1b0s2o7ai-DwqI3ygekgrMFSc8c)
Robert Van Ness
EVP, Americas
Preferred Hotels & Resorts
![James Carroll](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F5566%2Fjames-carroll-square-1563402788.jpg&width=250&sign=WqUG7v6lgZuoR2UnPca1SGUbdMNxRGMxZBuYOUq0JFo)
James Carroll
CEO
Crestline Hotels & Resorts
![Jennifer Connell](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16104%2Fjennifer-connell-square-1565300701.jpg&width=250&sign=wzyNeIoH1J4TzXB4IGBWw9dP7BbGXIfYAjzP3yCl2-I)
Jennifer Connell
VP & Global Brand Leader, Autograph & Tribute Hotels
Marriott International
![Susan Furbay](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16842%2Fsusan-furbay-square-1572384228.jpg&width=250&sign=YIJxEmSh0Xs8UKVJOHdb44uFl2oBWWGTArhRmYC07rk)
Susan Furbay
Vice President
HVS
![Eric Zuena](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F11631%2Feric-zuena-square-1570237345.jpg&width=250&sign=X-CLE-YY33wHKVxvlY-DLxMufAAsN-f7P7cJ95uSqak)
Eric Zuena
Managing Principal
ZDS
![Nelson Migdal](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16045%2Fnelson-migdal-square-1564791138.jpg&width=250&sign=a8SPfLdvPXD4OBhuHKLwZ7M17_VR7XPXOf-0_tKgQ_I)
Nelson Migdal
Shareholder
Greenberg Traurig
DMV Top Markets To Watch & The Impact Of Amazon HQ2
![Mark Carrier](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F5954%2Fmark-carrier-square-1560295677.jpg&width=250&sign=lGbDf_b1x-QhfnTKdy4ukvY-x8YBLKyMXNOBFmKt3R0)
Mark Carrier
President
B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group
![Corry Oakes](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F8365%2F5b0724ce2ee78_corry_oakes.jpeg&width=250&sign=BX3Vsug1BVTR-wNqZ5oxMtdfhrvXTfvRQcgBCT8o75c)
Corry Oakes
CEO & Co-Founder
OTO Development
![Thomas Penny](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F12550%2Fthomas-penny-square-1686692763-.jpg&width=250&sign=3dGwCekY-5ttHepoXeC67-GDH6W3C4MM38aM6TA_VzE)
Thomas Penny
President
Donohoe Hospitality
![Naveen Kakarla](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F771%2F5b32dc8d27f11_naveen_kakarla.jpeg&width=250&sign=E7u-TS4f_K2fkMN_ySSH6l0arOv1ftgsF48NZ96E7bs)
Naveen Kakarla
CEO
Hersha Hospitality Management
![Marc Magazine](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F4297%2F5b9c908d7999c_marc_magazine.jpeg&width=250&sign=oLYjCWca-qT5EkE3BU520_VjFkOkFiiWLovTiQlCU4U)
Marc Magazine
Executive Managing Director
Savills Hospitality Group
![Jennifer Dakin](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F12946%2F5ba55176d232d_jennifer_dakin.jpeg&width=250&sign=x_3V69kUJV-7La4ZO-w_M598Fe50cNTibUlPbQiOCdQ)
Jennifer Dakin
SVP & Team Leader, Hospitality Finance Group
Wells Fargo
![Kimberly Wachen](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F1157%2F5b047c5705797_kimberly_wachen.jpeg&width=250&sign=CsbgwgiQ6Ji5ZED6340q2VDankTxwJTEHi28dH-NEgA)
Kimberly Wachen
Partner
Arent Fox
Afternoon Keynote Introduction
![John O'Neill](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16270%2Fjohn-oneill-square-1566603739.jpg&width=250&sign=Sv6Kx2sDspbqkF-0bzMWxpY9sTb4XJn86UdM3Vyv2EU)
John O'Neill
Professor & Director
The Pennsylvania State University
Afternoon Keynote
![Kevin Jacobs](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15962%2Fkevin-jacobs-square-1565047934.jpg&width=250&sign=dvgftBfgvxz9L3YN6jGnWdINcTJTjTjGnq6DE1NYyMI)
Kevin Jacobs
CFO
Hilton
![Daniel Lesser](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F1111%2Fdaniel-lesser-square-1708957878-.jpg&width=250&sign=c9hAtj_ap5YA5exKGHRq6xoCbToC30h0WP3pI3tYm-U)
Daniel Lesser
Co-Founder, President & CEO
LW Hospitality Advisors
Curating The F&B In Your Hotel And The Impact Of D.C.'s New Restaurant Scene
![Judy Chen](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16517%2Fjudy-chen-square-1568934058.jpg&width=250&sign=H8Rg7ZlyYlbg2GoxVGtBz0ew-ymLXN4JnziXkU9cgYo)
Judy Chen
VP, Development
Dream - Hyatt Hotels
![Chef Robert Wiedmaier](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16559%2Fchef-robert-wiedmaier-square-1569371088.jpg&width=250&sign=qP3I6ZW0unbxu35HGUTh2D6YW0jnnk3qho36HqoQrQY)
Chef Robert Wiedmaier
Partner & Executive Chef
RW Restaurant Group
![Jay Coldren](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16647%2Fjay-coldren-square-1570490053.jpg&width=250&sign=A-m3vcHxS0qTmSspfTJ-vBz2X61OIEK_5WpM5S7foJI)
Jay Coldren
Managing Director
Streetsense
![Sarah Vining Crisafulli](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16538%2Fsarah-vining-crisafulli-square-1569275190.jpg&width=250&sign=qfTS52si5U0fG-TdAXk2kd7qF-RpCLvjngvcOw9bn68)
Sarah Vining Crisafulli
VP, Brand Strategy
GKA
Searching For Deals & Driving ROI
![Greg Friedman](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15482%2Fgreg-friedman-square-1683669942-.jpg&width=250&sign=MVmgYdspgvpyKz6J8Anl383_oQX_sZw1A1MXMEglWpg)
Greg Friedman
CEO & Managing Principal
Peachtree Group
![Bruce Wiles](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F5565%2Fbruce-wiles-square-1561065955.jpg&width=250&sign=D19dYvf9ieXUIg4mHsU52uv3-eZViVnINVjk8Pq1w6Q)
Bruce Wiles
Managing Partner, Real Estate for Hospitality
Brookfield
![Kate Henriksen](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15854%2Fkate-henriksen-square-1563489249.jpg&width=250&sign=tXSWMRGk0NkzsOGBdbv_bA3yLRO-AvE9xdJE1FODvms)
Kate Henriksen
Co-CIO
RLJ Lodging Trust
![Joseph DeMatteo](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F16458%2Fjoseph-dematteo-square-1568335136.jpg&width=250&sign=1WT0MLEfItZ-oKVRmsn9RcnI2bLYoqKI6_w7VDoCrTw)
Joseph DeMatteo
Founder
JDM Capital
![Vamsi Bonthala](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F9280%2Fvamsi-bonthala-square-1651092383-.jpg&width=250&sign=3Y0FAcA988RvWiNicMPDAxvckJ8czv-wY8Vjhf_Rajo)
Vamsi Bonthala
CEO
Arbor Lodging Partners
![Cutchin Powell](https://cdn.bisnow.net/resize?type=jpeg&url=https%3A%2F%2Fs3.amazonaws.com%2Fcdn.bisnow.net%2Fpanelists%2F15688%2Fcutchin-powell-square-1562009922.jpg&width=250&sign=vIvzV_LXpVCAJA5QkfkDJAeYArxFddEnpVBCOffpJ-g)
Cutchin Powell
Principal
Ryan
MORE SPEAKERS TO BE ANNOUNCED
Agenda
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Night Before: Cocktail Reception Hosted By Cornell Hotel Society DC & Baltimore Chapter
Click here for more details!
**Guests must pre-register by 10/27. This cocktail is to be hosted on October 29 and is not affiliated with Bisnow** -
Registration, Breakfast & Networking
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Speed Networking!
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Opening Keynote
Jon Bortz, Chairman, Pebblebrook Hotel Trust
Moderator: Gene Leone, White & Case -
Maximizing the Guest Experience & Driving Revenue Beyond the Room
Kathleen Flores, Trump Hotels
Thomas Papadopoulos, Papadopoulos Properties
Ryan Clifton, EDSA
Deborah Forrest, Forrest Perkins
Moderator: Amberlee Huggins, CSI DMC -
The Anatomy of the Capital Stack & Creative Financing
Jessica Bailey, Greenworks Lending
Geoff Davis, Davis Hotel Capital
Abie Hidary, Hidrock Properties
Rani Gharbie, The Pod Hotels
Mark Remington, Phillips Realty Capital
Moderator: Corey Wilk, Goulston & Storrs -
Networking Lunch
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CO OP Trend Watch - Outside of the Industry Trends that will Impact your Hospitality Business
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Embracing Uniqueness: Boutique Hotels & Soft Brands
Jenn Connel, Marriott International
Susan Furbay, HVS
James Carroll, Crestline Hotels & Resorts
Eric Zuena, ZDS
Robert Van Ness, Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Moderator: Nelson Migdal, Greenberg Traurig -
DMV Top Markets to Watch & the Amazon HQ2 Effect
Marc Magazine, Savills
Jennifer Dakin, Wells Fargo
Naveen Kakarla, Hersha Hospitality Management
Thomas Penny, Donohoe Hospitality
Corry Oakes, OTO Development
Mark Carrier, B. F. Saul Company Hospitality Group
Moderator: Kimberly Wachen, Arent Fox -
Quick Coffee & Networking Break
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Afternoon Keynote
Kevin Jacobs, Hilton
Moderator: Dan Lesser, LW Hospitality Advisors -
Curating the F&B in your Hotel and the Impact of D.C.'s New Restaurant Scene
Judy Chen, Dream Hotel
Jay Coldren, Streetsense
Chef Robert Weidmaer, RW Restaurant Group
Moderator: Sarah Crisafulli, GKA -
Searching For Deals & Driving ROI
Bruce Wiles, Brookfield
Greg Friedman, Peachtree Hotel Group
Kate Henriksen, RLJ Lodging Trust
Vamsi Bonthala, Arbor Lodging Partners
Aaron Boker, Aronson
Joseph DeMatteo, JDM Capital
Moderator: Cutchin Powell, Ryan -
Closing Networking
Bisnow Hotel Leadership, Investment & Management Summit
Join Bisnow in October as we unpack the biggest trends impacting the hospitality industry. Amongst some of the most talked about include data-driven personalization, mobile at center stage, and technology from the time booking, to check in, to check out. As global tourism becomes easier and more accessible, the demand for seamless experiences is a must.
The hospitality industry is one that evolves and constantly re-thinks its value: who do we want to be for our customers, and how do we ensure they keep coming back? Experiences, personalization, social responsibility, and the sharing economy are amongst some of the key takeaways.
Global hotel transaction volumes are predicted to reach $67 billion this year, met by high levels of international capital flow, debt investments, strategic joint ventures, and recapitalizatons. However, there are hurdles on the horizon: employment, interest rates, and interest rates are all top of mind. As a result, investors are looking to stabilize their portfolios in primary markets, with premium brands.
We'll dive deeper into challenges and opportunities this industry poses, but one thing is certain: there's nothing slowing down the hospitality boom!
As always, plenty of networking, meet & greet with speakers, and activities to get you shaking hands and making deals.
Questions? Interested in sponsoring or speaking? Email our VP of Event Production, Chris Wainwright at Chris.Wainwright@Bisnow.com
Sponsors
WHY SPONSOR
Bisnow events are known for facilitating deal-making with lots of networking opportunities. Whether you are an owner, developer, manager, broker, lender, supplier, or consultant, your company is a crucial part of the local and national lodging market. Bisnow offers many opportunities for you to build good will and raise your company’s profile in this ever-changing industry. You’ll connect with existing and potential customers, partners, distributors, investors and vendors, and have the opportunity to showcase your products and services in front of a large and relevant audience.
Venue & Travel
JW Marriott Washington DC
1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20004
Ballroom and Floor: Grand Ballroom Salons I & II
Parking Information:
Parking Prices:
1 hour: $15
1-2 Hours: $20
2-4 Hours: $26
4-10: $32
10-24 Hours: $40
·Contracted Group Rate: $410 (Sgl/Dbl); $440(Triple); $470 (Quad)
·Room Block Cutoff Date: September 29, 2019
·Reservation Method: Individual Call-In/Reservation Link
·Group Billing arrangement: Individual guests will pay own charges
·Cancellation policy: The deadline to cancel hotel reservations is 72 hours prior to guest arrival.
The penalty for cancellation within 72 hours of arrival is a charge of 1 night’s room & tax.
Reservation Link: https://book.passkey.com/gt/217673575?gtid=35ef777ecc564dce8ea04ddd3bf0c645