The 2011 comprehensive three day conference programme included interviews with leading hoteliers, forecasts from top economists and panel discussions on the latest developments, trends and best practice in the hotel and investment industry.

• Day 1 - Monday 17th October
• Day 2 - Tuesday 18th October
• Day 3 - Wednesday 19th October

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CONFERENCE SESSIONS INCLUDED:

• What are the market opportunities and threats in Russia & the CIS?
• Understanding the ways in which the political climate and changes in Russia will impact on investors both local and foreign.
• Leaders panel — global leaders on the key opportunities in Russia & the CIS
• Russia’s 500k plus club — working with local partners to develop regional markets
• Mega events — ensuring roi remains once the games are over
• The RHIC operators showcase — evaluating the branded market place in Russia & the CIS
• Examining the development timeline step by step — shortening the time frame and minimising the costs
• Mid-market branded hotels — the conversation continues…
• Catering to today’s new owners and investors
• Evaluating the cis — understanding where the real opportunities lie for hotel investors
• Structuring hotel projects and sourcing financing in Russia
• The emerging powerhouse of China
• Owner’s itch
• Case study: W St Petersburg — from conception to ROI
• Bankers in the hot seat
• Lawyers in the hot seat: agreements beyond the bottom line
• RHIC 2011 AWARDS
   

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