See you in Charlotte
for HITEC 2024

Save the details in your calendars so you don't miss the next HITEC North America, taking place June 24-27, 2024 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, North Carolina USA.

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The future is NOW at the world’s largest,
longest-running
hospitality technology event

Over 50 Industry Education Sessions

HITEC's comprehensive education lineup includes over 50 sessions from captivating headliners and industry experts on hot topics and trends.

Hundreds of Industry Solution Providers

Experience the largest exhibition of global hospitality technology
in the industry, showcasing today’s most innovative solutions from over 325 companies.

Thousands of Industry Minds in Attendance

Engage with thousands of hospitality professionals, executive decision-makers and industry investors convening from over 60 countries.

Submit your presentation proposal for the HITEC 2024 education program.

New for 2024, HFTP is inviting well-informed hospitality technology professionals to share their expertise andas part of the program development process. The proposal submission period will run through January 10, 2024.

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What our attendees are saying

“HSMAI is proud to continue to partner with HFTP so that the hotel commercial executives attending our events co-located with HITEC can attend and experience the HITEC trade show. For many, this provides them an opportunity to walk the floor with their CIO or CTO colleagues and this only enhances the critical working relationship between revenue and technology executives at a hotel company.”

- Bob Gilbert, President and CEO, HSMAI (Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International)

“Across the spectrum of clubs – golf, yacht, city and beyond – I view HITEC Toronto as the foremost conference and expo dedicated to club finance and technology professionals. The event has an established history as the one stop for gaining knowledge, finding resources and solutions, and showcasing tools for club finance and technology operations.”

- Jeffrey  Morgan, FASAE, CAE, President and CEO, CMAA (Club Management Association of America)

“My favorite thing about working in hospitality and tourism is meeting and connecting with people from around the world. I still remember my first HITEC. I was star-struck by the industry leaders I met. Furthermore, these same people were willing to spend time and guide me. Some of the most memorable discussions I have had in my career took place at HITEC."

- Justin Taillon, MBA, Ph.D., CHIA, CHTP, HFTP Global Treasurer, Professor and Department Head, Highline College

“HITEC takes some of the best thought leadership and technology solutions and makes them available to anyone interested in learning and embracing growth and excellence. The broad and deep knowledge and network of experts gained from the exposure to HITEC has helped inform and shape our strategies, product roadmaps and execution plans, as well as enhance the quality of solutions/experiences we offer our customers and associates.”

- Ummara  Marshall,  Global Sr. Director, POS/F&B Tech, Marriott International

“HITEC is the number one, most valuable conference that deals with the big picture of technology. It is where everyone, regardless of what they do, comes together to learn and see what is trending in our industry. It is why I attend and will continue to attend.”

- Mike  Dickersbach, CHTP, Chief Technology Strategist, Highgate

"What a great event [HITEC Orlando]!!! Undoubtedly, if you are looking to grow technologically, here you can find the best allies."

- Jesús Eduardo Romero Rueda (from LinkedIn)

"From brands ranging from the new to the established, we were treated to an exciting showcase that underscored the appetite and urgency for the hospitality industry to digitalize to keep up with demand."

- Anthony Chow (from LinkedIn)

"Lots of exciting technologies coming out to enhance the guest experience! Thanks to all the vendors for your participation in pushing the next frontier of hospitality IT!"

- Nick Enger (from LinkedIn)

"HFTP's unwavering support of iHITA's research initiatives has been a tremendous help over the years and our membership is excited about HITEC Toronto and co-located 2023 iHITA Annual Research Conference. We anticipate the continued participation of top hospitality technology scholars at our conference and look forward to sharing the latest research findings of our members with the attendees.”

- Dr.  Thomas Schrier, President, iHITA (International Hospitality Information Technology Association)

What our attendees are saying

"The education sessions were of excellent quality, providing valuable insights and knowledge. A great mix of subjects that are today’s trends (#generativeai #cloudcomputing, #contactless, #web3 … ) with discussion about practical use cases and problem solving. Well done and good luck for all the brave and inspiring startups in the #E20X!"

- Leonel Domingues, CTO & Co-Founder, Nonius (from LinkedIn)

“HITEC takes some of the best thought leadership and technology solutions and makes them available to anyone interested in learning and embracing growth and excellence. The broad and deep knowledge and network of experts gained from the exposure to HITEC has helped inform and shape our strategies, product roadmaps and execution plans, as well as enhance the quality of solutions/experiences we offer our customers and associates.”

- Ummara  Marshall,  Global Sr. Director, POS/F&B Tech, Marriott International

“HITEC is the number one, most valuable conference that deals with the big picture of technology. It is where everyone, regardless of what they do, comes together to learn and see what is trending in our industry. It is why I attend and will continue to attend.”

- Mike  Dickersbach, CHTP, Chief Technology Strategist, Highgate

"From brands ranging from the new to the established, we were treated to an exciting showcase that underscored the appetite and urgency for the hospitality industry to digitalize to keep up with demand."

- Anthony Chow (from LinkedIn)

"Lots of exciting technologies coming out to enhance the guest experience! Thanks to all the vendors for your participation in pushing the next frontier of hospitality IT!"

- Nick Enger (from LinkedIn)

Latest hospitality technology news

HFTP Announces Sponsors for Inaugural Digital Horizons 360 Symposium with Fourteen IP as Leading Sponsor

Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) is pleased to announce a selection of authoritative organizations as sponsors for its new European event: Digital Horizons 360 Symposium (DH360), with Fourteen IP as its exclusive Level I sponsor. This invitation-only symposium will span two-days, February 20-21, at the Palau de Congressos de Palma in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. DH360 is a non-sales event for hospitality leaders to participate in roundtable discussions on the technologies set to have the biggest industry impact in Europe.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino select IRIS’ Digital Ordering app to elevate the guest experience

IRIS, a global market leader in digital F&B ordering, guest directory and concierge solutions for hotels and restaurants, has been chosen by Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino to provide a digital F&B ordering and guest directory platform for their guests to reflect their commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.

In-Room Tablets with No Initial Costs: SuitePad Introduces Performance-Based Pricing Model

SuitePad, the leading provider of in-room tablets in the hotel industry, announces the launch of its Performance Model today, redefining hotel technology financing. This innovative pricing concept enables hotels with 40 or more rooms to start their digital transformation without the usual challenges of an initial investment. Instead, the model is based on a fee that depends on the hotel’s success and is directly tied to its operating profit.

Mews now powers over 5,000 customers in continued market expansion

Mews, the industry-leading hospitality cloud, has surpassed 5,000 customers using its property management system as it continues its impressive growth around the world.

IDeaS Releases 2024 Hotel Technology Predictions

IDeaS, a SAS, company, the world’s leading provider of hotel revenue management software and services, released Future Forecast: Six Hotel Technology Predictions for 2024. Gathering information from some of the top minds in the industry, IDeaS releases six bold hotel technology predictions that it believes will shape the year to come.

Elevating Every Moment: Facilitating an Unforgettable Family Vacation with Integrated Mobile Technology | By Kees Lek

Mobile technology can reimagine the guest experience, but it is important to highlight how travelers interact with technology if we are to truly understand mobility’s impact on hospitality and revenue generation. Today, we will follow a typical family of four as they embark on their ideal French resort vacation, showing how mobile technology can enhance their stay while also benefiting the hotel’s bottom line.

UrVenue Announces Integration with Book4Time

UrVenue, pioneer of the hospitality industry’s first Property Experience Management System (PXMS) and a Skift IDEA Awards 2023 finalist, has teamed up with Book4Time, a cloud-based spa, wellness, and leisure-activity management software company, to incorporate spa experiences into UrVenue’s UV Enterprise platform. Now hotel and resort guests can seamlessly book and manage spa treatments alongside other property experiences in a singular itinerary, unifying the booking process in the pre-arrival and in-stay journey.

Six ways to empower your hotel teams | By Tom Brown

An empowered team is a more effective team. They’re better engaged to help meet and exceed business goals and are more confident when interacting with guests. It’s clear, then, that team empowerment should be a goal for all hospitality businesses.

Are you in the market for innovation?

Visit with hundreds of industry solution providers from across the globe showcasing the latest in cloud computing, guest services, POS/PMS, payment tech, mobile apps, network security, AI and more.

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