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NEWH Leadership Conference 2026 Brings Global Hospitality Leaders to Washington, DC
March 26 @ 8:00 am - March 28 @ 5:00 pm
Hospitality professionals gather for education, strategy, and meaningful connection
NEWH, Inc., The Global Hospitality Network, will host its 2026 Leadership Conference in Washington, DC, March 26–28. The conference convenes hospitality professionals from design, development, operations, procurement, and brand leadership for three days of focused education, strategic dialogue, and curated networking.
The conference equips hospitality professionals with the clarity, connections, and strategic perspective needed to navigate today’s industry landscape. Attendees gain practical insight into hotel development, brand positioning, marketing differentiation, and the evolving role of wellness, leaving with informed decisions, stronger partnerships, and strategies they can apply immediately within their organizations.
Programming will examine the complexities of modern hotel projects, the importance of cross-functional collaboration, and the growing need for clear brand positioning in a competitive marketplace. Sessions will also address how wellness has shifted from a standalone amenity to a core business consideration impacting design, development, and operations. For a full list of speakers and topics, please visit: https://newh.org/2026-leadership-conference/event-schedule/
Designed to move beyond theory, the conference emphasizes practical insight and peer-driven dialogue. Participants will engage in conversations focused on navigating change, strengthening partnerships, and leading with clarity in a rapidly evolving industry.
The NEWH Leadership Conference continues to serve as a forum for hospitality professionals seeking relevant education, meaningful connections, and actionable perspective on the forces shaping the industry’s future.
“Hospitality is built on relationships,” said Chris Tucker, CEO of NEWH. “This conference creates space for informed conversation, practical learning, and connections that strengthen both personal and professional development.”
Registration is open to members and non-members. To learn more or register, visit: https://newh.org/2026-leadership-conference/
About NEWH:
NEWH is The Global Hospitality Network, connecting professionals across hospitality and adjacent industries through scholarships, education, leadership development, and industry programming. With chapters worldwide, NEWH creates clear pathways for career growth, meaningful relationships, and professional advancement. Learn more at https://newh.org/
About NEWH Leadership Conferences:
NEWH Leadership Conferences bring together professionals across hospitality and adjacent industries for focused education and meaningful connection. Designed for students, emerging talent, established professionals, industry partners, and decision makers, the conferences prioritize practical learning and informed conversation.
The conference is held every two years in the United States, with international Leadership Conferences possible in alternating years, including the 2025 conference in Paris. Each program features curated panels and interactive sessions addressing real industry challenges, from development and design to operations and leadership. Open to members and non-members, the conferences deliver relevant insight and peer-level engagement across the global hospitality community.