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The INSPIRE Las Vegas Conference 2025: Shaping the Future of Luxury Hospitality

The International Luxury Hotel Association (ILHA) is set to host its 16th Annual INSPIRE USA Conference on December 10-11, 2025, at the luxurious Resorts World Las Vegas. This prestigious gathering will attract over 1,000 leaders in the luxury hospitality sector, providing a unique platform for networking, deal-making, and insightful discussions about the industry's promising future.

Engaging Discussions and Noteworthy Speakers

A focal point of the conference will be the headline session titled “Boardroom Perspectives: Turning Headwinds into Opportunity.” This panel will feature a group of distinguished executives sharing their strategies for overcoming today’s market challenges and unlocking new growth opportunities. Notable speakers include:

• - John Fareed - Global Chairman, Horwath International
• - Dan Peek - President, JLL Americas Hotels & Hospitality
• - Alino Azevedo - Managing Director, Driftwood Capital
• - Andrew Demming - Senior Director, Gardiner Theobald Inc.
• - Glyn Aeppel - Founder, Glencove Capital

Moderated by Jonathan Falik, Founder & CEO of JF Capital, this session promises to provide unique insights into how luxury hospitality organizations can transform challenges into impactful strategies.

Another highlight will be an “A Conversation with Jim Manley,” who owns The Ranch at Rock Creek, the world's first Forbes Five-Star luxury ranch. In an exclusive interview with Peter Kressaty, Chief Commercial Officer at LWHA, Manley will share his vision for the ranch and discuss the growing trend of experiential travel, emphasizing how all-inclusive luxury can create extraordinary guest experiences and significant long-term value.

The Longevity Economy: A New Paradigm in Hospitality

The conference will also delve into the emergent trends shaping luxury hospitality, particularly the session on “How the Longevity Economy is Transforming Luxury Hospitality.” This discussion will explore the intersection of health, wellness, and lifestyle innovation in reshaping guest expectations and creating new brand opportunities. Featured panelists include:

• - Alex Walterspiel - President & COO, Sensei
• - Kenneth Ryan - Chief Longevity Officer, The Estate
• - Dr. Isaac H. Jones - Founder & CEO, Centagio Hotels
• - Mark Rivers - CEO, Canyon Ranch

Moderated by Jon Edelheidt, Co-founder of ILHA, this session aims to highlight critical adaptations in services and offerings that meet the evolving needs of luxury guests.

The Broader Context: A Platform for Vital Conversations

With over 100 speakers and more than 20 content tracks, the INSPIRE Las Vegas event will cover pressing topics that affect luxury hospitality, including technology advancements, investment opportunities, cultural initiatives, wellness strategies, and development methodologies. Building on the momentum of its European counterpart held earlier in Prague, this conference will unite leading minds within the luxury hotel industry, fostering collaboration and innovation.

Registering for Insights and Connections

The registration for this pivotal event is now open, with tiered pricing options available. Given the high demand for attendance, especially as prices rise, potential attendees are encouraged to secure their passes sooner rather than later. For more details, visit the official ILHA INSPIRE conference websites for both Prague and Las Vegas.

• - Prague Conference (Nov 12-13, 2025)
• - Las Vegas Conference (Dec 10-11, 2025)

About the ILHA

The International Luxury Hotel Association is the foremost trade association for the luxury hospitality industry, bringing together hoteliers, travel professionals, and industry stakeholders from around the globe. With a community of over one million members, ILHA is dedicated to fostering growth, best practices, and continuous innovation in luxury hospitality.