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

Roger Allen moderates Panel at R&R Forum, Athens

Roger Allen is moderating a session at R&R Forum, Athens, 2025

 RLA Global Team: Sasha Golubovic, Roger Allen, Katerina LambrouSimon Saunders 

RLA Global - Team at the R&R Forum, 2025, Athens

Simon Saunders with our partners and friends from Global Branded Residences: Caitlin Ure, Ana BucurRiyan Itani

Simon Saunders and the GBR Team

With Industry colleague and friend: Chris Graham, the author of the "Branded Residences: Overview"

Roger Allen and Chris Graham at R&R 2025

Ivan Deza and Gretel Kutan from Nikki Beach with Roger

Nikki Beach and RLA Global at R&R 2025

Recording the promotional video of the Pitch Perfect event, for IHIF Berlin 2026.

Roger Allen - preparing for IHIF Event promo

 

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