There's something special about R&R – catching up with friends and colleagues, everyone smiling and full of energy and plans. The conversations flowed naturally from hospitality strategy to brands, differentiation, financing, and operational approaches. These are the discussions we love, where real ideas are shared and genuine connections are made.
Exploring the Art of Leisure Development
Our CEO Roger Allen had the pleasure of moderating a panel on "The art of leisure development: innovation, experience, and returns." Sharing the stage with the genuine Yuan Fang, SVP Development at Minor Hotels Europe and Americas, with the thoughtful Haris Siganos, Founder of Zeus International Hotels & Resorts, and the strategic Elias Pikkujämsä Founder and CEO at Evergreen Capital, they explored what makes exceptional leisure projects work in today's market – from data-driven personalization and sustainability to emerging technologies and navigating economic headwinds while maintaining strong performance.
R&R and our annual cocktail event – they mean a lot to us. We're already looking forward to continuing these conversations and collaborations. The R&R Forum reminds us why we love this industry – it's the people, the connections, and the shared commitment to moving hospitality forward together.
Please find below a few highlights of RLA Global's presence at R&R 2025
RLA Global Team: Sasha Golubovic, Roger Allen, Katerina Lambrou, Simon Saunders
Simon Saunders with our partners and friends from Global Branded Residences: Caitlin Ure, Ana Bucur, Riyan Itani
With Industry colleague and friend: Chris Graham, the author of the "Branded Residences: Overview"
Ivan Deza and Gretel Kutan from Nikki Beach with Roger
Recording the promotional video of the Pitch Perfect event, for IHIF Berlin 2026.
