{"id":15311,"date":"2020-10-25T20:18:25","date_gmt":"2020-10-25T17:18:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/?p=15311"},"modified":"2026-03-27T19:38:08","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T16:38:08","slug":"future-hospitality-summit-ready-to-set-new-benchmark-for-virtual-events-digital-experiences-from-26-27-october","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/future-hospitality-summit-ready-to-set-new-benchmark-for-virtual-events-digital-experiences-from-26-27-october\/","title":{"rendered":"Future Hospitality Summit Ready to Set New Benchmark for Virtual Events; Digital Experiences, from 26-27 October"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The hybrid virtual conference developed to explore big ideas and tackle the challenges facing the hospitality industry \u2013 is overcoming the obstacles involved in organising a major event in 2020, by utilising the latest digital event technology to lead the way in successfully hosting one of the most impactful gatherings of the world\u2019s hospitality community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Organised by the&nbsp;Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia and G20 Saudi Secretariat, as part of The International Conferences Programme, honouring the G20 Saudi presidency year 2020 \u2013 <strong><em>FHS<\/em> <\/strong>will be powered by Bench Digital\u2019s tried-and-tested, cutting-edge, digital event platform, providing an interactive and world-class live experience. The immersive two-day conference experience will be packed with features that allow attendees to engage and interact with not only the live content on offer, but also with other attendees and guest speakers, as part of a comprehensive 3-pillar programme. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Future Hospitality Summit 2\" class=\"wp-image-15319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-2048x1152.png 2048w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/Future-Hospitality-Summit-2-1080x608.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">More than 6,000 online attendees will experience all the best features of an offline conference in a virtual world, as they take advantage of an online exhibition space, one-to-one video networking, integrated chat features for all participants, and more. As a market leader in the delivery of virtual conferences, Bench Digital is perfectly positioned to ensure <strong><em>FHS <\/em><\/strong>provides a unique, innovative, inspirational, and important platform to bring the industry together and rebuild confidence in the global community. &nbsp;In doing so, <strong><em>FHS<\/em><\/strong> aims to get the conversation started and establish the critical connections required to build relationships, unity and actionable ways to support one another for a stronger response for a stronger future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By incorporating advanced intuitive tools into its digital platform, Bench Digital will enable <strong><em>FHS <\/em><\/strong>attendees to effortlessly engage and interact with each other, make new connections, and attend sessions live from their homes or offices, while a comprehensive line-up of industry leaders and change-makers discuss, reimagine and pave a new path towards the future of hospitality in the Middle East and across the globe. To enhance the hybrid experience even more, a state-of-the-art <strong><em>FHS <\/em><\/strong>studio has been set up in Riyadh to host Saudi-based speakers and moderators\u2019 sessions, which will be live streamed around the world for virtual attendees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c<em>Innovation is the key to adapting to so many of the challenges we face. Future Hospitality Summit is about bringing the hospitality industry together virtually, at a time when it is not yet possible to meet physically. To do this, we are utilising a powerful digital event platform to unite the global community online and facilitate important conversations, critical connections, strategic relationship building, and collaborative support. This positions us to set a new benchmark for the execution of virtual conferences and online experiences, capable of stimulating the recovery and growth of not only the hospitality sector, but also various other industries all over the world,\u201d <\/em>commented Jonathan Worsley, Chairman &amp; Founder of Bench Digital<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/New-Project-44.jpg\" alt=\"Future Hospitality Summit 1\" class=\"wp-image-15312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/New-Project-44.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/New-Project-44-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/saudishopper.com.sa\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/New-Project-44-768x476.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\u201cOur young and versatile team has quickly and effectively adapted to current circumstances, and that has made all the difference in helping the industry to move forward and find new ways to connect people. Through the use of this innovative, cutting-edge, best-in-class technology, we are bringing our community together at a critical time, to map out a stronger and more sustainable path for the industry. At its core, this event is about building relationships and creating opportunities, by keeping the industry talking, collaborating and innovating towards a better future,\u201d he added.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registration is now open for anyone operating within the hospitality sector, or for professionals looking to develop a career in the global travel, tourism and leisure industries Register for free <a href=\"https:\/\/futurehospitalitysummit.com\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HERE<\/a>, and discover a comprehensive three-pillar programme, which has been developed in collaboration with industry creators, innovators and mentors, with particular focus on understanding the new landscape, collaborating and assessing opportunities, and innovatively recreating the industry\u2019s future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Register <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.futurehospitalitysummit.com\/registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>HERE<\/em><\/a><em> to receive the latest updates and take part in the event<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Check out some of the unmissable programme highlights <\/em><a href=\"\/\/\/private\/var\/folders\/gp\/38n_j6c13dvbcgh88ktxb8z80000gn\/T\/com.microsoft.Outlook\/Outlook%20Temp\/v2-fhs-programme-highlights_2020-10-15T075509.731110.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>HERE<\/em><\/a><em>, or view the full programme <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/futurehospitalitysummit.com\/episode\/future-hospitality-summit\/programme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>HERE<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Media registration is open <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/futurehospitalitysummit.com\/media-registration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>HERE<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><br><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The hybrid virtual conference developed to explore big ideas and tackle the challenges facing the hospitality industry \u2013 is overcoming the obstacles involved in organising a major event in 2020, by utilising the latest digital event technology to lead the way in successfully hosting one of the most impactful gatherings of the world\u2019s hospitality community. 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