Call for speakers
Apply to speak at The Hospitality Show
Are you a hospitality pro with insights that can spark real change? The Hospitality Show is where hotel owners, operators and decision-makers come together to discover innovative solutions, connect with industry leaders and unlock strategies to drive profit and elevate operations — all in three action-packed days.
What we’re looking for
Our audience is looking for real-world strategies, forward-thinking ideas, and stories that inspire smarter operations. All submissions are reviewed by The Hospitality Show team and our partners at the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Proposals are selected based on:
- Alignment with the show’s focus on operational excellence and profitability
- Clarity and originality of the idea
- Relevance to current industry challenges and trends
- Real, actionable takeaways for attendees
- Speaker’s background, credibility, and perspective
Important: Sessions must be educational and solution driven. Submissions with a sales pitch or product promotion won’t be accepted—we stick to a strict no-pitch policy.
Submission guidelines
- Each executive may submit up to two proposals.
- A maximum of two speakers from the same organization may be included in one session.
- Due to limited conference time slots, submissions not selected this year will be kept on file for up to two years for future consideration.
- The Hospitality Show does not sell speaking slots. Opportunities to speak are awarded based on the strength and relevance of the content.
Interested in sponsorship instead? Reach out to [email protected].
Speaker perks & responsibilities
- Selected speakers will receive one (1) complimentary event badge for full access to The Hospitality Show.
Travel, hotel, and other expenses are the speaker’s responsibility. We do not offer honorariums or guest passes for speakers’ team.
How to submit
Got a session idea? Tell us all about it by clicking the button below. You’ll be able to track the status of your submission through the portal, and we’ll follow up with you directly once decisions are made. If your session is selected, you’ll also get a checklist to help you prepare for a great experience.
For questions regarding the speaker application process, status, or all other speaker related inquiries, please contact Madeline Kinney.