The upcoming BDNY 2023 event at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York will feature six panel discussions on the latest trends and innovations in the hospitality industry. Three of these panels will focus on evolving boutique and lifestyle brands, the adoption of hospitality principles by brands in other sectors, and innovative ideas and concepts in New York hospitality venues.

In the panel titled “BD Brand Central: Evolving Boutique, Lifestyle, and Luxury,” industry experts from Montage International, the Kessler Collection, Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt will discuss the current trends among boutique and lifestyle brands, as well as the role of luxury in this market. The panel will also explore how design teams can exceed expectations for brands trying to define themselves in a shifting market.

The panel “Hospitable Thinking: The Secret Weapon Brands in Other Sectors are Adopting Now” will delve into how brands outside of the hospitality industry are adopting and implementing hospitality principles to create memorable experiences for their customers. Panelists from Delta Air Lines, Tiffany & Co., Capital One, AvroKO, and Brand Bureau will discuss the integration of behavioral sciences and environmental psychology in creating engaging products, experiences, and services.

The third panel, titled “New in New York: Innovative Ideas and Concepts,” will showcase leading designers and owners who are using immersive experiences to innovate and elevate the guest experience in hospitality venues. The panelists, including representatives from Asthetíque, AKA Hotels + Hotel Residences, INTER_IAM, and Fettle, will share their insights on creating fresh and engaging concepts in the design world.

Overall, these panels at BDNY 2023 will provide attendees with valuable insights into the evolving trends, innovative strategies, and emerging concepts in the hospitality industry.