Landing FortyTwo
London, 5 December
The Altos proudly recognises and celebrates the most innovative hospitality operators in the corporate accommodation industry, who embody the highest standards of quality.
About The Altos
Following three successful years in London, and a debut in Singapore this September, we were delighted to bring The Altos back to London for the fourth year running.
This event showcased thought leadership and insights from industry experts. We then honoured The Altos winners in a special ceremony, ended the evening with drinks and networking reception — completed with our signature AltoVita cocktails!
Benefits of attending
Discover valuable insights into the industry and be recognised as a leader in hospitality.
Industry recognition
An Altos award recognises the best in the industry, offering exposure to AltoVita's global community via social channels, future events, marketing campaigns and the media.
Build new relationships
Join hospitality operators, corporates and industry experts in this intimate setting. Build long-term relationships with businesses looking for their next hospitality partner.
Discover valuable insights
Drive your business forward with insights from innovative panel discussions and roundtable sessions. Hear from experts and highly-valued professionals in the industry.
Meet our judges and presenters
Brian Friedman
Strategy Director
Fruzsina Hodson
SeniorManager - Group Destination Services
Andrew Meadowcroft
VP Customer Experience
Alison Rogan
Head of Travel and Expense
Mandy Villers
Relocation Director, EMEA
Olu Euba
Associate Director, Global Talent Mobility
Olu Carol Fergus
Director - Global Travel, Meetings and Ground Transportation
Andrew Ozigie
CEO & Founder
Richard Thurston
Senior Global Account Director
Urska Blagojevic
Senior Marketing Director
Michael McCartan
Area Vice President (EMEA)
Agenda
14:30 - 15:00: Arrivals & Refreshments
15:00 - 15:20: Opening Remarks
15:20 - 15:40: Fireside Chat: The Big Picture: Corporate Travel's Comeback
Vivi Himmel, CEO & Co-founder, AltoVita
Karen Hutchings, Global Head of Travel, Meeting & Events, EY
15:40 - 15:55: Keynote - The Human Touch in An Era of Technology
15:55 - 16:25: The Hospitality Strategies Fuelling Growth in Europe
Sana Shajarisales, Investment Manager, Outsite
Kearon McCarthy, Global Sales Director, Staycity
Robin Clifford, Director of Sales EMEA, Guesty
Moderator: Thomas Fleming, Senior Client Development Manager, AltoVita
16:25 - 16:55: Redefining Extended Stay Accommodation for Tomorrow's Business Traveller
Moderator: Jess Dunderdale, Director of Sales, AltoVita
Samantha Van Leeuwen, Head of Hotels and Venues , PwC
William Parry, CEO and Co-Founder, Altido
James Diaz, CEO, Travel Planet
16:55 - 17:10: Coffee & Networking Break
17:10 - 17:40: Navigating the New Sustainability Rules
Moderator: Felicity Cousins, editor, Sustainable Hotel News
Vanessa de Souza Lage, Co-Founder & CEO, Sustonica
Sarah Whiting, Channel Solutions Lead, Thrust Carbon
James Fry, Founder & CEO, Beyond Apartments
17:40 -18:00: Future Trends for 2024
Andy Conduit-Turner, Director Sales & Technology Enablement, Cartus
Michael McCartan, Area Vice President (EMEA), IDeaS
18:00 - 18:05: Closing Remarks
18:05 - 19:00: Networking Drinks
19:00 - 20:00: The Altos Awards Ceremony
20:00 - 21:30: Celebrations
22:00: Event Close
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Event resources
Discover all about the Smart, Safe, Sustainable Summit that took place in London on the 8th of June at the iconic Sky Garden. By browsing our blog, you will learn more about the topics that were tackled throughout the event as well as the great panel discussions.