Top hospitality leaders to speak at the Third Regional Hospitality Leadership Summit in Mombasa

KENYA- At the Third Regional Hospitality Leadership Summit distinguished speakers will address key trends in the sector: Victor Shitakha on tourism evolution; Dr. Enock Alumasi Makanga on hospitality education and Paul Njuguna on AI’s role.

The Third Regional Hospitality Leadership Summit Eastern Africa is set for March 12–14, 2025, at the Hotel Sapphire, Mombasa, Kenya.

Designed as an exclusive platform for hospitality professionals, the summit will gather industry leaders, hotel executives, and experts to explore key trends, innovations, and challenges shaping Eastern Africa’s hospitality landscape.

This year’s event boasts a distinguished lineup of speakers, each bringing valuable insights from their respective fields. Victor Shitakha, National Chairman of the Kenya Coast Tourist Association and Director of the Kenya Tourist Board, will discuss the evolving tourism landscape and its impact on hospitality.

Dr. Enock Alumasi Makanga, Managing Director of Impact Chefs and Hospitality College, will share strategies for advancing hospitality education and leadership development.

Paul Njuguna, Lead IT Consultant at VILLASEZI Resources, will explore the role of AI, IoT, and data analytics in operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.

Joab Andayi, General Manager at Swahili Beach Resort Diani, will offer insights into leading through change and adapting to industry trends such as wellness tourism and experiential travel.

Meanwhile, Mwanase Ahmed, CEO of Distant Relatives Ecolodge & Backpackers, will present strategies for sustainable leadership and responsible tourism.

Additional key speakers include:

• Peter Muindi, Acting Principal/CEO, Kenya Utalii College
• Jeff Mukolwe, General Manager, Baobab Beach Resort and Spa Diani
• Jean Byamugisha, Executive Director, Uganda Hotel Owners Association
• Walter Alala, Deputy Group General Manager, La Maison Royale Hotels, Kenya
• Liz Tapawa, Director of Sales & Marketing, Hilton Garden Inn, and President, Skal Nairobi Club
• Amos Wekesa, CEO, Great Lake Safaris Ltd, Uganda

Discussions will cover vital topics such as innovation and technology in hospitality leadership, inclusive leadership and diversity, crisis management and resilient leadership, culinary excellence, and environmental responsibility in hospitality.

A special session will also address leadership in luxury hospitality and creating unforgettable guest experiences.

With Eastern Africa’s hospitality sector evolving rapidly, this summit offers a must-attend opportunity for networking, learning, and collaboration. Attendance is strictly by online booking.

📞 For more details, contact: +254 785 222 444
🎟 Register here: https://lnkd.in/dcZ3KUA4
📧 Email the organizers at: info@victoryglobalimpact.com
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