TopHotel Conference 2026

Hospitality enters the era of strategic decision-making at TopHotel Conference 2026

After a period in which the pace of development dictated direction, the hospitality industry is beginning to recalibrate its priorities. Rapid growth is no longer sufficient, and the focus will shift toward stability, efficiency, and results that can be sustained over the long term.

TopHotel Conference 2026 takes place on May 26-27 at JW Marriott Bucharest and brings together executives, investors, and professionals for a practical exchange of perspectives on the directions that will shape the sector in the coming years. The theme of this edition, “Profitable Growth in Hotels: The Road to 2030” reflects the transition from the pursuit of rapid expansion to carefully planned development, based on well-calculated decisions and sustainable results.

STRUCTURE OF THE EVENT

TopHotel Conference offers two days of concentrated content, with sessions focused on practical analysis and dialogue between specialists, followed by a gala dedicated to recognizing excellence and progress in the field.

TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026

Invest Today to Secure your Business for 2030

The first day is dedicated to capital decisions that can strengthen long-term stability and competitiveness. The agenda focuses on identifying relevant opportunities and development models capable of generating value through the end of the decade.

TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026

TopHotel Awards Ceremony

The evening is reserved for the awards ceremony, a key moment for recognizing notable performances and initiatives that contribute to the evolution of the hospitality industry.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026

Operate Smart Today for a Profitable 2030

The second day focuses on execution and optimization, highlighting methods through which efficient processes and informed decisions can support strong results and sustainable long-term growth.

VORBITORII EDIȚIEI DIN 2026

TopHotel Conference 2026 brings together on the same stage professionals actively involved in shaping the hospitality industry, both from Romania and from relevant international markets. Confirmed speakers include:

• Alexandros Vassilikos (President, Hotrec)

• Laura Calin (Senior Vice President, Consumer Industries, Oracle)

• Ettore Cavallino (VP Development Luxury Southern & Eastern Europe - Accor)

• Begüm Kaya Kutlu (Senior Director, Accor One Living, Head of Mixed-Use, Europe)

• Christophe Chamboncel (Executive Director, Niro Investment Group)

• David Jenkins (Vice President Business Development, Radisson Hotel Group)

• Dr. Dimitris Koutoulas (Hotel Development Adviser and Project Manager, Koutoulas Consulting)

• Max Gross (CDO Central & Eastern Europe, Radisson Hotel Group)

• Riad Abi Haidar (CEO/Partner Hotel Division, One United Properties)

• Alla Shamova (Director Of Business Development, ISWM Group)

• Ryan Bains (Account Director, STR)

• Silvija Lovreta (Vice President Development Central and South Eastern Europe, Marriott International)

• Alexis Feuillat (Senior Director, Business Development, Black Sea, Caucasus & CIS, Banyan Group)

• Bogdan Stanciu (Director General, Bit Soft)

• Vassilis Themelidis (Senior Regional Director, South & East Europe, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts)

• Malgorzata Morek (Senior Director Development Central & Eastern Europe, Hilton)

• Svetoslav Georgiev (CEO, HotelOne)

• Adina Calfa (Chief Executive Officer, Issa Estate Group)

• Marina Begletsova (Area Manager, Booking.com)

Additional information about participation, the agenda, and confirmed speakers is available at www.tophotelconference.ro

TopHotel 2026 is an event organized by Evensys, in partnership with Epta Daas, Technogym, Atelier Rebul, Radisson Hotel Group, One United Properties, Marriott International, ACCOR, Hilton, Philips, MultiSoft, Diversey, Bitsoft, Nespresso, Expressoft, Standard Textile, Wyndham, Nazzuro Aqua, Bolt for Business, Shiji, Upventa and Magnolia.

About EvensysWith 20 years of experience in developing its own conferences and seminars, Evensys (www.evensys.ro) currently organizes a wide range of events addressing current topics relevant both to the local business industry and to Central and Eastern Europe. Evensys develops its own conferences and seminars covering six areas of expertise: Marketing & Communication, Internet & New Media, Finance & Investments, Human Resources, Real Estate, and Retail.