Networking happens, everywhere

AHC is a golden opportunity for you to connect with the leading minds of UK hospitality.

AHC Networking

Network with the UK’s most influential hospitality leaders

Join the largest gathering of investors, owners, developers and operators in UK hospitality. With 1,100+ senior decision-makers in the room, AHC is where new partnerships begin and real deals are made.

Take advantage of in-person and app-driven networking throughout the event. From curated 1:1 matchmaking and roundtables to speed networking, coffee breaks and our signature evening reception.

Make valuable connections that will shape your next investment, partnership or project.

Meet the market-makers, the trailblazers, those which are beating the bench and doing the deals.

We're shining a spotlight on how we bring people together, facilitate connections and overall ensure everyone has a good time!

Power Hour

Power Hour

Our AI-driven matchmaking connects attendees with the right people based on their objectives, sparking valuable conversations from the start.

Roundtables & Workshops

Roundtables & Workshops

Themed, interactive roundtables give attendees the chance to dive into key topics such as deal structuring, brand strategy, ESG and asset performance, all in small-group discussions led by industry experts.

Networking Coffee Breaks

Networking Coffee Breaks

Scheduled throughout the day, these breaks create space for casual catch-ups, spontaneous introductions and follow-ups with new contacts all designed to keep conversations flowing and deals progressing.

Evening reception

Evening reception

A high-energy networking event on the first night, ideal for informal business discussions and new introductions.

Exhibition Floor

Exhibition Floor

Meet 60+ sponsors at AHC ready to do business. From leading brands to key partners, it's your chance to make connections, explore deals and move projects forward.

Calling all foodies

Calling all foodies

Indulge in street food from local vendors. Break away from the exhibition floor and enjoy lunch on us from one of our food trucks at the Truck Inn and connect with fellow attendees in a relaxed setting.

RAW Charging Lunch Reception

RAW Charging Lunch Reception

Recharge while you network. Join us at the RAW Charging Lunch Reception for great food, informal conversations and new connections. It’s the perfect midday break to refuel and make new connections.
Hear from Timothy Walton, Senior Vice President of Hotel Development - Western Europe

Who attends the AHC?

Joining hospitality asset owners at the event are developers, architects, consultants, marketing and social media experts, investors, bankers, advisors and government agencies who all gather to learn, network and do business in a forum which deals with the issues of the day.

The AHC is dedicated to communicating what you need to know is happening on a local-to-global basis; this specialist conference delivers practical and educational knowledge, advice and contacts whilst addressing the key issues for today.

A dynamic conference with a thriving exhibition, The AHC offers an acclaimed programme of world class key note speakers, engaging presentations by industry leaders and interactive workshops, debates and panel discussions where senior figures in their field share valuable industry insight.

Networking at the AHC

Inside the AHC community

 

28% Advisory

 

16% Design, Building & Construction

 

14% Hotel brand/company

 

19% Investor/Owner

 

5% Operator

 

18% Other

AHC Networking Platform - Square

Stay connected before, during, and after the event with the AHC networking and event app.

Connect with fellow attendees, arrange meetings, access sponsors' virtual exhibition stands and exhibitors' profiles, and manage the complete conference programme while on the move. 

With the AHC mobile event app you can now stay connected before, during, and after the event, nurturing connections throughout the year. Engage real-time with Q&A and polls and receive event notifications to make sure you don't miss anything.

  • Agenda: View the entire event programme and create your own personal agenda
  • Speakers: See the profiles of the event’s speakers
  • Q&A & Polls: Interact and voice your questions and opinions in real-time during the event
  • Networking: See who else is attending the event, connect and network with them all year round
  • Sponsors: Learn more about the event’s incredible sponsors via their virtual booths, reach out and connect with them or arrange a meeting. Visit their their virtual stands before the event to view their products and services and downloadable assets.
  • Maps: Check-out the exhibition floorplan
  • Follow Us: Follow us on our various social media with a single click
  • Announcements: You'll be notified when we send out announcements live at the event