Showcase your region as a prime destination for hospitality investment

The new Invest Local Pavilion in 2026 will connect sponsoring local councils and authorities directly with hospitality investors and operators looking for regional opportunities. Choose from tailored sponsorship packages that include a turnkey stand, branded networking session and bespoke investment prospectus.

Secure leads, spark deals and drive regeneration all in one place.

 

Invest Local meeting at AHC 2025

The industry is here

1,100+
Delegates
200+
Investors & Owners
$111bn
AUM
100+
Speakers
60+
Sponsors

What our sponsorships offer

Take a look at the range of features in our sponsorship opportunities.

Region Meets 

Where conversations spark capital. Alongside a presence in the Invest Local Pavilion, Region Meets offers a scheduled 45-minute slot for focused, ownable networking. These targeted sessions (e.g. West Midlands Meets, Essex Meets) are designed to provide introductions, drive conversations, and unlock deal-making opportunities, promoted through the official programme to maximise engagement.

 

Investment Prospectus

Position your region as an investment hotspot. Our editorial team will produce a custom, professionally designed white paper showcasing your hospitality market, growth potential and regeneration plans. It’s backed by a targeted promo campaign and delivers 200 guaranteed leads, turning visibility into real investor conversations.

Download the sponsorship brochure for more information packages and pricing.

AHC Invest local features

Why sponsor?

Meet investors with capital to deploy
Meet investors with capital to deploy
Connect with hospitality investors, developers and brands actively looking for regional opportunities across the UK.
Showcase your region on the exhibition floor
Showcase your region on the exhibition floor
Your stand in the dedicated Invest Local Pavilion puts your region front and centre in front of 1,100+ senior delegates and decision-makers and seen as a partner for growth.
Boost visibility with seamless brand amplification
Boost visibility with seamless brand amplification
From digital promotion and PR to signage across the venue, your region will be part of the event’s storytelling sparking conversations and driving interest.
Lead the conversation
Lead the conversation
Host your own 45-minute ‘Region Meets’ networking session on the programme to showcase opportunities and drive dialogue to a qualified audience.
Build connections that last
Build connections that last
Take advantage of the AHC app with a fully customisable virtual stand, live chat, downloadable assets to connect before, during and after the event.
Turn visibility into actionable leads
Turn visibility into actionable leads
As an Invest Local Strategic Sponsor, receive a bespoke investment prospectus promoting opportunities in your region, backed by a targeted campaign with 200 guaranteed leads.
“We’ve been really excited about how easy it is to interact with all of the delegates”

Hear from Becky Frall West Midlands Growth Company about their experience sponsoring the AHC.

“What I found really useful today is meeting people from all parts of the hospitality industry”

Listen to Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, talk about the opportunities in the West Midlands and the benefits the region received from being part of the show.

The AHC community you can meet

 

28% Advisory

 

16% Design, Building & Construction

 

14% Hotel brand/company

 

19% Investor/Owner

 

5% Operator

 

18% Other

Get in touch

Andrew Walmsley
Sales Director | Operational Real Estate
+44 (0)204 506 5966
Natalia Javkin
Business Development Manager l Travel and Hospitality
+44 (0)20 4506 6931 ext. 83465
Jack Hall
Business Development Manager | Operational Real Estate
+44 (0)20 39417388
Kitty Wong
Business Development Manager | Operational Real Estate
+65 6028 0279
Nabil Eldin
Business Development Manager | Operational Real Estate
+44 (0)204 505 2707