INSPIRE '26 · Dec 15–16 · Orlando
Where Luxury Hospitality Shapes Its Next Chapter
The definitive gathering for luxury hospitality's most decisive leaders. Now in its 17th year.
Where Luxury Hospitality Shapes Its Future
INSPIRE convenes the operators, owners, and principals defining luxury hospitality's trajectory. Two days. One mandate: shape what comes next. Through curated sessions, closed-door exchanges, and the industry's most concentrated networking floor.
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Tickets
Secure Your Place
For the executives and operators who run luxury hospitality — from the boardroom to the front desk.
Accommodation and travel are not included in the ticket price.
Questions? Contact inspire@ilha.comRecent Speakers at INSPIRE
Alumni Speakers
2026 Speaker Line-Up Will Be Announced Soon
Todd Lenahan
President & Chief Creative Officer | Wynn Design & Development
Daniel Peek
President | JLL Hotels & Hospitality
Walter Isenberg
CEO and Co-Founder | Sage Hospitality Group
Jonathan Falik
Chief Executive Officer | JF Capital Advisors
Alexandra Walterspiel
President & CEO | Sensei
John Fareed
Global Chairman | Horwath HTL
Zach Demuth
Head of Strategic Growth & Asset Management | Eight Form
George Jordan
President | Oxford Hotels and Resorts
Keith Space
President, Fort Hospitality Group, LLC | Fort Partners
Alinio Azevedo
Managing Director, Luxury and Lifestyle Investments | Driftwood Capital
Jason Reader
Chief Operating Officer | Davidson Hospitality Group
Lily Hu
Executive Vice President of Business Strategy | Crescent Hotels & Resorts
The Agenda
Event Agenda
1:00 PM — 8:00 PM
Registration
2:00 PM — 4:00 PM
Board Meeting
4:00 PM — 4:30 PM
Conference Welcome
4:30 PM — 6:00 PM
INSPIRE Sessions
The INSPIRE impact
78%
VP / C-SUITE ATTENDEES
Decision-makers who shape the industry, not just observe it.
$2.4B+
PARTNERSHIPS GENERATED
Cumulative deal pipeline forged on the INSPIRE floor.
96%
WOULD RECOMMEND
Post-event satisfaction from 2025 attendees.
What Leaders Are Saying
The value of this conference lies in the quality of conversation—thoughtful, informed, and grounded in where the industry is truly headed.
Alex Walterspiel
President & CEO, Sensei
The value of this conference lies in the quality of conversation—thoughtful, informed, and grounded in where the industry is truly headed.
Alex Walterspiel
President & CEO, Sensei
It's a strong forum for exchanging practical insights on how data and technology are being applied to improve performance, operations, and growth in luxury hospitality.
George Jordan
President, Oxford Hotels and Resorts
The value of this conference lies in the quality of conversation—thoughtful, informed, and grounded in where the industry is truly headed.
Alex Walterspiel
President & CEO, Sensei
It's a strong forum for exchanging practical insights on how data and technology are being applied to improve performance, operations, and growth in luxury hospitality.
George Jordan
President, Oxford Hotels and Resorts
ILHA brings together operators and owners who take a long-term view of guest experience, wellness, and what defines luxury today.
Kenneth Ryan
Chief Longevity Officer, The Estate
The Venue
JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek
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5-Star Resort
Forbes 4-Star Spa, championship golf
Orlando, FL
20 minutes from Orlando International (MCO)
Attendee Room Block
Preferred rates for INSPIRE delegates
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Your Seat at the Table
Two days in JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa with the decision-makers defining luxury hospitality’s next chapter.