Monaco 2025
26-27 November 2025
building your network
- Unmatched efficiency saving you time, travel and money
- The only gathering for senior real estate, finance & lifestyle
- Strictly selected attendees who are ready to do business
- Spend quality time with our influential panelists
1 to 1 introductions
Tailored meetings designed to match your interests and objectives
High-impact conversations that accelerate collaboration and deal flow
Strategically designed seating to maximize relevance and opportunity
- Direct access to industry leaders, cutting through noise and maximizing your time
experience together
Immerse yourself in the luxury and comfort of a 5-star hotel environment
Discover hidden gems with exclusive visits, such as the legendary hotel wine caves
Enjoy iconic lunch settings that combine world-class cuisine with unforgettable views
Dine in private clubs and gourmet venues, creating intimate and memorable shared experiences
new knowledge
Gain strategic insights on financing lifestyle hospitality, exploring innovative investment and funding models.
Understand the macroeconomic trends shaping the sector and how government policies influence growth and regulation.
Explore the intersection of lifestyle and real estate, learning how experiential concepts enhance asset value and destination appeal.
Discover how art, retail, and AI are transforming hospitality experiences, from curated environments to personalized, tech-enabled guest journeys
Featured Speakers
Felicity Black-Roberts
Senior VP of Development EAME, Hyatt
Adama Sanneh
Co-Founder and CEO Moleskine Foundation
Richard Bursby
Head of Hotels & Hospitality Taylor Wessing
Alexandre Heriard Dubreuil
Global CIO Seregh
Nicolas Achard
Former CEO Robert Parker Wine Advocate & MD Michelin Guide APAC
Wednesday November 26th
Historic Lunch Setting
- Experiencing together
- 26.11.2025
- 12PM
Castelroc, perched on the place du Palais in Monaco, offers a truly unique setting overlooking the Prince’s Palace. Run by the same family since 1953, it embodies the charm and culinary heritage of traditional Monegasque cuisine. Refined Mediterranean dishes framed by sea breezes and panoramic views. A timeless address where history, elegance, and authenticity meet.
Castelroc
The Speakers
adama sanneh
Co-Founder and CEO presso Moleskine Foundation
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Christophe Archimbaud
ceo @ moleskin
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Financing Lifestyle Ecosystems (Hotels, resorts, and more)
- new knowledge
- 26.11.2025
- 2:45PM
This session explores how capital is reshaping the development and growth of lifestyle-driven hospitality destinations. Experts from legal advisory, global investment, debt financing, and asset management will break down the evolving structures that enable mixed-use, experiential, and community-focused projects to thrive. The discussion will examine what investors seek today, how to build resilient financial frameworks, and where the strongest opportunities are emerging. Attendees will gain a strategic, forward-looking view of how lifestyle ecosystems are funded, scaled, and sustained.
The Speakers
Richard Bursby
Head of Hospitality, Taylor Wessing
Richard Bursby is widely regarded as one of the UK’s leading advisors in the hotel and hospitality sector, heading Taylor Wessing’s prestigious Hotels & Leisure group. With deep expertise in hotel management and franchise agreements, branded residences, TravelTech, and complex cross-border transactions, he offers strategic, commercially minded legal support to owners, operators, investors, and high-net-worth individuals.
Alexandre Heriard-DubReuil
Global CIO, Seregh
Alexandre Heriard-Dubreuil brings decades of global real-estate and investment experience to his role as Global Chief Investment Officer at SEREGH. His background as CIO of L Catterton equips him to steer complex, high-value hospitality, mixed-use, and entertainment-real-estate developments worldwide.
Tom Waycott
Principal, RCP finance
Tom Waycott brings over a decade of expertise in property investment and debt advisory to his role as Hospitality Lead at RCP Finance. He focuses on structuring tailored financing solutions for hotels, resorts, and lifestyle-driven hospitality projects: helping developers, owners, and investors secure senior loans, mezzanine debt, bridge finance, or joint-venture equity depending on the project.
Raoul Malhotra
Founder & CEO, Orka
Raoul Malhotra leads Orka with a bold vision: to bring technology-enabled, institutional-grade real estate and hospitality investment opportunities to a broader pool of investors.
Under his guidance, Orka sources and actively manages strategic assets, from boutique hotels to mixed-use developments, focusing on high-potential gateway cities across Europe.
roundtable times
- relevant connections
- 26.11.2025
- 3:30PM
These dynamic roundtable sessions brings together leaders from operations, legal strategy, brand development, and investment to explore a single, forward-looking theme from multiple angles. Felicity Black Roberts of Hyatt, Richard Bursby of Taylor Wessing, Nicolas Budzynski of LPM, and Olivier Granet of Kasada will each host an intimate table, offering perspectives shaped by their distinct expertise. Participants will rotate between conversations, gaining a holistic understanding of the topic through diverse but interconnected viewpoints. It’s a rare opportunity to engage directly with decision-makers across the ecosystem and leave with insights that bridge strategy, creativity, and commercial reality.
explore the world’s most iconic wine cellars
- experiencing together
- 7PM
Step inside the famous but discreet caves of the Hôtel de Paris in Monaco, home to one of the world’s most exclusive and extensive hotel wine cellars. This private visit reveals a hidden universe where rare vintages, storied labels, and centuries of craftsmanship are meticulously preserved. Guided by expert sommeliers, guests uncover the history and secrets behind an unparalleled collection. An intimate journey for the connoisseur into a sanctum of excellence few are ever invited to explore.
Hotel de Paris
Exclusive Dinner in a legendary private club room
- experiencing together
- 8:30 PM
An intimate dinner in the private room at Cipriani Monte-Carlo embodies the true essence of the lifestyle hospitality. Within this discreet iconic enclave, guests will savor timeless elegant dishes elevated by Cipriani’s signature sophistication. The warm ambiance blends Riviera glamour with refined exclusivity, creating a setting where conversations feel as exceptional as the cuisine. An unparalleled dining moment designed for tastemakers who appreciate the art of living well.
Cipriani Monte Carlo
monaco hot spot tour
- relevant connections
- 26.11.2025
- 10PM
Experience Monaco through an insider’s lens with a curated tour of its most coveted hotspots. From iconic landmarks to discreet hideaways known only to locals, each stop reveals a different facet of the Principality’s allure. Guided with intention, the journey blends culture, glamour, and the art of refined living. It’s an exclusive opportunity to discover the Monaco that moves tastemakers and industry leaders alike.
Thursday November 27th
business breakfast
- relevant connections
- 6-9am
Begin the day with a curated business breakfast designed to spark clarity, opportunity, and deals. In an intimate setting, participants enjoy thoughtful one-to-one introductions tailored to their interests and ambitions. Each interaction is crafted to foster alignment, opening the door to collaborations that matter. It’s a morning built for purposeful connection among leaders shaping the future of hospitality.
Big Picture
- new knowledge
- 27.11.2025
- 9AM
A distinguished trio to bring a uniquely layered perspective on hospitality and regional influence. Guillaume Rose offers deep insight into Monaco’s economic landscape, drawing from his extensive experience shaping the Principality’s global presence. Frédéric Lefebvre adds the breadth of French national policy, illuminating how tourism, governance, and international strategy intersect at the highest level. Nicolas Achard completes the panel with a global gastronomic lens, sharing how Michelin’s expansion can elevate visibility and cultural reach on the world stage.
The Speakers
Frederic Lefebvre
Former French Minister of Tourism
Frédéric Lefebvre served as France’s Secretary of State for Tourism, Trade, and SMEs under Prime Minister François Fillon, bringing public-policy gravitas to the hospitality sector.
With a background as a lawyer and long-time UMP/Les Républicains politician, he combined political acumen and business insight to champion tourism-led economic development.
Guillaume Rose
ceo Monaco economic board
Guillaume Rose is the Executive Director General (CEO) of the Monaco Economic Board (MEB), where he leads Monaco’s economic diplomacy and international business development. Under his leadership, the MEB has expanded its global reach through economic missions to key markets like Japan and Saudi Arabia.
Nicolas Achard
Former CEO RObert Parker Wines & MD APAC Michelin
Nicolas Achard is a seasoned executive with a rich legacy in both wine and gastronomy, having served as CEO of Robert Parker Wine Advocate, where he pushed for greater sustainability through initiatives like the Green Emblem. Under his leadership, RPWA deepened its strategic ties with the Michelin Guide, aligning wine expertise with culinary excellence. His global outlook and commitment to independent critique have helped unite two of the world’s most respected authorities in fine wine and gastronomy.
AI Applied to Hospitality
- new knowledge
- 27.11.2025
- 10aM
This discussion explores how next-generation AI is transforming both the guest experience and the operational engine of hospitality. From B2C personalization that tailors journeys to individual mindsets, to B2B solutions that streamline back-office tasks and enhance efficiency, AI is reshaping the industry at every layer. The panel will highlight how intelligent systems can free teams to focus on creativity, service, and added value while elevating the overall experience for travelers. Together, the conversation reveals a hospitality future that is smarter, more intuitive, and profoundly human-centered.
The Speakers
pierre de la grand'rive
CEO, delos AI
Pierre de la Grand’rive created Delos AI with a clear mission: to bring generative AI into the backbone of business operations. Delos is a powerful AI-native productivity platform that automates and optimizes back-office tasks, from document processing and meeting summaries to financial reporting, inventory tracking and administrative workflows. For hospitality and lifestyle operators, his solution means fewer hours lost to paperwork and manual data work, freeing teams to focus on guest experience and strategic growth.
Anabel maldonado
Founder & CEO Psykhe AI
Anabel Maldonado leads PSYKHE AI in redefining how psychology-driven technology can transform retail and hospitality experiences. Her platform uses emotional profiling and AI to help brands better understand their guests’ mindsets, enabling more personalized offerings, curated environments, and meaningful touchpoints. By blending behavioral science with cutting-edge data intelligence, she brings a new level of precision to how lifestyle destinations engage their audiences.
Why does Real Estate needs lifestyle?
- new knowledge
- 27.11.2025
- 11:15aM
This conversation delves into how lifestyle concepts have become essential to creating real estate assets that resonate, perform, and endure. Leaders from global hospitality, development, and investment backgrounds will explore how design, experience, and community-building elevate traditional projects into vibrant destinations. The panel will highlight why lifestyle-driven positioning enhances both guest appeal and long-term asset value across hotels, mixed-use developments, and urban regeneration. Together, they reveal why embedding lifestyle thinking is now a strategic imperative for the future of real estate.
The Speakers
Felicity Black-Roberts
Senior VP of Development EAME, Hyatt
Felicity Black-Roberts brings a wealth of global hospitality expertise to her role as Senior Vice President for Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at Hyatt International. Under her leadership, Hyatt has strengthened its presence across diverse markets, blending international standards with regional insight. Known for her strategic vision and hands-on approach, she champions service excellence, innovation, and robust partnerships across Hyatt’s EAME portfolio.
DAvina Zydower-Cisier
SVP Developent EU, Ennismore
Davina Zydower-Cisier steers Ennismore’s growth across Europe, shaping luxury and upper-upscale hotel and lifestyle projects under its portfolio of creative brands. She brings strategic insight and refined taste to each development, ensuring every new property meets Ennismore’s signature blend of design, culture, and guest-experience excellence.
Olivier Granet
CEO & Co-Founder, KASADA CApital
Olivier Granet drives the strategic vision at Kasada Capital, blending entrepreneurial rigor and long-term investment insight to shape high-value hospitality and real-estate ventures. Under his leadership, Kasada Capital focuses on discerning opportunities where luxury, lifestyle, and sustainable growth intersect.
Art and retail in lifestyle hospitality
- new knowledge
- 27.11.2025
- 11:15aM
The Speakers
Adama Sanneh
Co-founder & CEO, Moleskine Foundation
Adama Sanneh leads the Moleskine Foundation with a powerful belief that creativity, culture, and education can spark lasting social change. With a background rooted in cross-cultural engagement and humanitarian work, he brings both empathy and strategic vision to his role. Under his guidance, the Foundation fosters access to artistic expression, learning, and creative tools for underserved communities.
Christophe Archaimbault
Ceo, Moleskine
Christophe Archaimbault took the helm at Moleskine in January 2025, bringing with him a seasoned global background including leadership roles across Europe, China and APAC.Under his guidance, Moleskine is deepening its commitment to marrying the brand’s storied analog heritage with modern creativity, championing paper as a timeless canvas even in a digital world.
Roger Allen
CEO, RLA Global
Roger A. Allen leads RLA Global with a pragmatic, investor-driven vision grounded in decades of global hospitality and resort development experience. Known for guiding owners, developers, and public-sector partners from concept and feasibility studies through to execution and asset management, he brings licensed rigor and hands-on insight to even the most complex leisure, wellness, and destination-tourism projects around the world.
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Highlights from 2024
lunch meeting
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