Join Eloise Hanson Serviced Apartment News' Editor, in partnership with Urban Rest to explore how real estate
value can be unlocked - where underperforming assets can be repositioned for long stay and
corporate demand.

Location: Urban Rest Battersea, 55 Nine Elms Ln, Nine Elms, London SW11 7DS

Strictly limited to 30 places. To apply for a place, please RSVP by Friday 12th
September to eloise@internationalhospitality.media.

Speakers include:

Rajdeep Gahir, head of portfolio growth EMEA, Urban Rest

Maria Hatch, senior director, client relationships - Europe, Greystar

Julian Baker, sales director - UK, Thirdi Group

Tom Bechelet, associate, RE Capital

The shifting economic landscape means that asset performance is becoming more volatile.
Many landlords and asset managers are looking for new ways to maximise value through
flexible models that offer more stable returns.

Please be prepared to share your own thoughts and experiences on the key topics below:

• Repositioning strategies without full redevelopment
• Yield vs. operational complexity - what works, what doesn’t, and what’s scalable
• The role of short stays during lease up
• Partnership models and operating structures
• Corporate demand and market trends
• Blending corporate stays into mixed-use environment

Experience first hand some of the most exciting properties and developments in the Bloomsbury area of London. Immerse yourself in the capital's dynamic real estate and hospitality landscape and witness innovation in action on our curated walking tour of some of the best hospitality and living sector properties.

Property 1: The Outernet is the most visited cultural attraction in the UK, an immersive entertainment district bringing together breath-taking arts, culture and music experiences for all the family.

Property 2: Chateau Denmark hotel, Denmark Street, London WC2H 0LA

Inspired by our neighbourhood’s architectural and cultural heritage, Chateau Denmark’s hotel rooms and apartments are set across 16 buildings, along London’s one hundred yard Denmark Street. The 44 rooms and apartments are set along a street where the Sex Pistols once lived, the Rolling Stones recorded and where Bowie and Hendrix hung out - if the walls here could speak, you'd be hooked.

Property 3: x+why

x+why's innovative, flexible workspaces support a community of impact-driven leaders, companies, and movements who believe that business should be a force for good. In every office x+why members are collaborating, partnering and consulting. They are sharing resources, insights and expertise to build powerful legacies. 

Refreshments provided

Directions:

A sign-up form has been sent to all confirmed ticket holders (9th Sept) if you do purchase a ticket after this date and are interested in attending the tour please email Tessa Leuty at tessa@internationalhospitality.media to confirm.

Join us as lots of hospitality and real estate industry professionals across the urban living landscape converge.

Enjoy a selection of beer, wine, and delicious nibbles in a relaxed and vibrant setting.

There will be plenty of networking opportunities with lots of hospitality and real estate leaders, including IHM's Editor-in-Chief, George Sell, Editor, URBAN LIVING NEWS and Serviced Apartment News ; Eloise Hanson, Editor, Boutique Hotel News and Priya Kheira, Editor, ShortTermRentalz.com, over a drink or two - an evening not to be missed!

Information on venue location coming soon.

Sponsors & Invited Guests come together for dinner in Holborn, London (by invitation only)

Immerse yourself in the future of hospitality / real estate at our dynamic Exhibitor Area. This is the centerpiece of the conference—where proptech pioneers, smart city innovators, real estate developers, and cutting-edge solution providers converge to showcase the tools, platforms, and strategies reshaping the built environment. Explore interactive booths, experience live product demos, and engage with visionary startups and industry leaders driving transformation in how we design, build, buy, and manage spaces. Whether you're a developer, investor, architect, or tech enthusiast, this is your gateway to the next big thing in real estate.

Enjoy a light breakfast and chance to catch up with industry colleagues, before the agenda for the day begins.

Enjoy some networking, visit our expo and caffeinate as required.

Grab lunch and make the most of your break right in the Exhibitor Area! Enjoy a curated selection of food and drinks while you explore the latest in hospitality and real estate service solutions. It’s the perfect chance to recharge, connect with fellow attendees, and discover innovations—all in one place.

A discussion about the current and future use of AI in the living and hospitality sectors, covering design, operations, investment, customer service and marketing.

Moderator:

• Antony Slumbers, Founder, AntonySlumbers.com

Panellists:

• Dr. Stylianos Kampakis, CEO, The Tesseract Academy
• Victoria Day, Senior tech business development manager - GenAI, Amazon
• Dominik Graetz, CEO and Co-Founder, DigitalNewX
• Vieri Balboni, Co-founder, DreamDesk

Roundtable discussion

How voice assistants, smart controls, and AI-driven service are enhancing stays across hotels, BTR, and coliving.

Discussion host:

• Victoria Day, Senior tech business development manager - GenAI, Amazon

Co-host:

• John Campbell, Head of Innovation, ROAST

A chance to enjoy afternoon tea, networking, and explore the expo space.

Roundtable discussion

How machine learning and predictive analytics are shaping smarter buildings, resident services, and sustainability.

Moderators: Justin Harley, regional director, Yardi; Debra Yudolph, CEO, SAY Property Consulting and more tbc

Roundtable discussion

From deal modelling to tenant retention, how AI is influencing property valuations and investor decisions.

Moderator: To be confirmed