Connecting You: To the Most Qualified Audience in Hospitality Investment
Forge Connections and Elevate Your Experience
Connecting investors, owners, operators, and developers
At NYU IHIF, connections are more than just casual encounters - they're the foundation of future collaborations and business success.
NYU IHIF is the leading event in the market attracting global CEOs, the biggest investors in hospitality and senior decision makers. Located in the real estate capital of the world it’s the epicenter of global and financial markets; this is your best chance to pack years of business into just days.
Network, share ideas, and foster collaborations during our structured networking breaks, evening receptions, coffee bars, lunches, lounges, dedicated meeting spaces, and mobile app.
100%* of attendees said the no.1 reason they attend NYU IHIF is to network.
*who completed the post event survey.
In 2025 we are taking it up a level, building connections and deal making into every part of the event experience...
50% of the venue space is dedicated to one-on-one networking – take your pick from networking lounges, an onsite restaurant, bars and meeting rooms. You won’t be short of places to meet new connections or to schedule meetings.
We are re-envisioning the investor lounge to bring the capital closer to those who can generate the returns.
More interactive formats and sessions – focused on active participation not passive listening. The emphasis is on showcasing your expertise, experiences and asking questions to spark interesting connections.
Take the opportunity to venture into the city to experience best-in-class hospitality offerings and see the wealth of new developments as they are happening.
Welcome Reception
Registration, coffee and networking
Lunchtime Events
Evening reception
Stay connected with our innovative networking and event app.
Seamlessly connect with fellow attendees, schedule meetings, explore sponsor virtual exhibition stands, and access exhibitor profiles, all from your mobile device.
With the NYU IHIF mobile event app, you can maintain connections before, during, and after the event, fostering relationships year-round.
Key Features:
- Agenda: Access the full event agenda and create your personalized schedule
- Speakers: Explore profiles of event speakers
- Q&A & Polls: Participate in real-time interactions at virtual stands, access downloadable assets, and voice your questions and opinions
- Announcements: Receive live event notifications and updates
- Network: Connect with other attendees and discover shared interests
- Sponsors: Learn more about our esteemed event sponsors
Please note: The platform is exclusive to registered NYU IHIF attendees.