Roger Joins the Branded Residences Dinner at IHIF 2025

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4 Apr 2025

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Bringing together leaders, partners, and friends from across the hospitality industry, the Branded Residences Dinner in Berlin - hosted by Global Branded Residences, Riyan Itani, and Chris Graham - was a vibrant celebration of collaboration and shared purpose.

It was a memorable evening at the Branded Residences Dinner during IHIF 2025, where Roger joined fellow industry leaders and long-time collaborators to reflect, reconnect, and share ideas over great food and even better company.

A heartfelt thank you to Riyan Itani, ISHC, Chris Graham FCIM, and the entire team at Global Branded Residences for the kind invitation and impeccable hosting.

As Roger perfectly summed up:

“Events like this remind us that while bricks and mortar may define our sector, it’s the people who give it purpose and energy.”

The evening brought together an exceptional group of colleagues and friends including Jan Hazelton, Dana Jacobsohn, Julien Laloye, Dan Wakeling, Daniel von Barloewen, Maria Ashton, Nuno Galvao Pinto, Richard Bursby, Barry Landsberg, Markus Aklin, Malcolm Howard-Williams, Javier de Villanueva Baygual, Lily W., Riyan Itani, Chris GrahamCaitlin Ure, and Aldo Flakstad.

Grateful for the conversations, connections, and camaraderie that continue to inspire progress in the world of branded residences.

RLA Global at Branded Residences Dinner at IHIF2025, Berlin

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