The UK hotel conference for 2026: Hotel Owner Conference brings the country's senior owners, operators, investors and brand leaders together for a single, candid day on the business of hotels — finance, operations, leadership, MICE, development, AI, people and crisis.
This isn't a trade show. It's a curated gathering of CEOs, owners, MDs and asset managers debating what will move RevPAR, retention and returns in the next twelve months.
Every session is built around a real commercial question — debt, deals, AI, MICE yield, culture, crisis — and chaired by an editor who'll keep the discussion authentic. Sharp debate, practical insight, no generic keynotes.
Chatham House-style debate from people who own the P&L and run the numbers.
Eight tightly-curated sessions from 09:30 to 17:05. In, sharp, out — no wasted time.
Owners, MDs, CEOs, asset managers, investors and brand leadership.
Navigating the macroeconomic waves of 2026.
Balancing premium standards with margin pressures.
Leadership strategies for a changing workplace.
Capturing the evolving corporate booking market.
Mastering hospitality development & deal-making.
Pragmatic AI strategies for the guest journey.
Cracking the code on culture, retention, and wellbeing.
Identifying, assessing and managing issues before they become crises.
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First confirmed speakers from Custard, Lloyds, Radisson, Aimbridge, The Sirius Hotel Group, Clermont, RBH and more. More added weekly.
Vice President of Development, UK & Ireland, Hilton
As vice president of development, Paul is responsible for driving Hilton's growth across the UK and Ireland for all non-luxury brands, with a current focus on collection brands including Curio Collection by Hilton and Tapestry Collection by Hilton, as well as the premium economy segment following the debut of Spark by Hilton.
Managing Director UK&I, Radisson Hotel Group
Suzanne manages a portfolio of 44 hotels across the UK and Ireland, a figure set to grow to 48 by the end of the year. With over 28 years of experience in hospitality leadership, her background includes hotel acquisitions, revenue strategy, and the management of large-scale venues.
Regional Director for North and West Europe, Wyndham Hotels and Resorts
Jackie Brown joined Wyndham Hotels and Resorts as Regional Director for North and West Europe in September 2020. Together with her team, she is responsible for driving operational excellence, implementing key hotel support programmes and powering the brand's recognition across the region.
Divisional President, Aimbridge Hospitality EMEA
With more than 30 years' leadership experience across luxury, midscale, and resort hospitality, he oversees a broad portfolio spanning the UK, Ireland, Continental Europe, and the CIS. His career has included senior positions with Wyndham Hotel Group, Dolce Hotels & Resorts, and SUN Ltd.
Head of Hotels, Corporate & Institutional Banking, Lloyds Banking Group
Dave North is head of hotels within corporate and institutional banking at Lloyds Banking Group, leading the group's growth strategy for hotels with a focus on prime markets. He works closely with clients to provide the financial resources needed to support strategic objectives, including acquisitions and accretive capex.
Head of Market Insights, Lloyds Corporate & Institutional Banking
Jeavon Lolay leads the market insights team at Lloyds Corporate & Institutional Banking, with a focus on UK economics and global developments that impact major financial markets. His team communicates the views of Lloyds Bank externally through regular written commentary and formal presentations.
Join senior owners, operators, investors and brand leaders for candid conversation and practical insight.