The Lineup

We've some great speakers for Hospitality Exchange 2024. Let's meet them.

Comperes

A wily team of three keeping us on topic, in order and on time.

Pamela Ballantine

A seasoned compere, Pamela will join us to host the Winning Ways Lunch recognising the stars of the future, as well as bringing a silver touch to the celebrations at this year’s The Gala Ball bringing the twenty-fifth Hospitality Exchange to a close.

Tim Browne

A multi-talent expert, renowned in the hospitality industry, Tim brings his considerable knowledge and interest in people to the fore as he oversees a session focusing on the battle between AI and the personal touch.

Mark Simpson

Award winning Journalist, Mark Simpson overseas a factual morning with industry stats and forecasts with conversation on the opportunities, economic benefits and the success of Ulster Rugby.

Speakers

An exciting line-up of industry experts and inspirational leaders join us for this year's programme.

Tanya Oxtoby

Tanya Oxtoby, the NI Women's Football Manager on what makes a winning team.

Mark Birchall

Mark Birchall talks about sustainable success, Michelin stars and the importance of the personal touch.

Simon Maguire

Simon Maguire highlights how leadership has evolved over the last 30 years. Emotional intelligence remains crucial despite technological advances.

Sarah Duignan

STR data, detail and a dive into the future with Sarah Duignan.

Tom Barrett

Savills’ hotel specialist, Tom Barrett, looks at a buoyant marketplace.

Adrian Patton

Adrian Patton, Sumer NI, on selling, skills and succession.

Yannick Cabrol

Yannick Cabrol from EY looks at how big events drive tourism.

Richie Murphy

Ritchie Murphy, Head Coach at Ulster Rugby on nurturing talent and Grand Slam success.

Ana Desmond

Economist Ana Desmond delves into the economic power of tourism.

Susanne Williams

Susanne Williams from Journey on personalisation in the post-search era - key tactics for capturing modern customers.

Ciaran Connolly

Ciaran Connolly has the practical guide to help you navigate the AI world.

Alice Mansergh

Alice Mansergh, Tourism Ireland’s Chief Executive joins us to give her insight and impressions of the sector.

John McGrillen

Creating a sustainable tourism framework are all on John McGrillen’s to do list. Hear his thoughts on the future of tourism and the challenges of the coming year.

Panellists

Industry experts join us to chat about big issues, reflect in thelast 25 years and give their opinion on the future.

Dr Howard Hastings OBE

Gary McDonald

Sir David Sterling KCB