DEVELOPMENT, INVESTMENT, INNOVATION & EMERGING TRENDS IN TRAVEL, LODGING, AND DINING

What You’ll Learn:

• Which areas are being targeted for new hotel development, and which areas have been overlooked?
• What design elements and amenities are paving the way for Chicago’s next wave of innovative hotel spaces?
• What has been the impact of shifting business travel and tourism on current occupancy levels? What are the predictions for a financial growth trajectory?
• How can hotel owners and developers maximize ROI and provide a top quality guest experience while managing labor shortages in the industry?
• How are hotel operators curating the food and beverage in their hotels to optimize value for their guests?
• With several venerable Chicago restaurants closing their doors last year, what new opportunities are in the works? Where are the new hot spots?
• What are the top food and beverage trends to watch out for, such as food halls and grab-n-go self service, and what are its implications for CRE?