TO THE TABLE ASIA. Food and Beverage Professionals. Seminar programme for the next event.

Your seminar host:

Devina is an experienced hospitality moderator and chairs the sessions at TO THE TABLE ASIA.

Devina Divecha Writer, Editor, MC and Media Consultant

Wednesday 27th September

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Seminar Presentation: Vision and Strategies for the Future of Hospitality

Tony Chisholm Vice President Food & Beverage, MEA & Asia, Premium, Midscale & Economy Hotels – Accor Hotels

Raheel Ahmed Culinary Director APEC – Marriott Hotels

Daniel Voellm CEO & Founder - AP Hospitality Advisors

Top industry leaders will be inspiring us with their vision for the future, as we look at how the industry is progressing with its toughest challenges. We will look at inspiring the workforce and increasing productivity, creating loyalty and keeping the F&B/culinary teams motivated, as well as the integration of technology. We will discuss future trends how we can created enhanced experiences for our guests. We will focus solutions and goals for the future and see where the industry leaders are innovating.

Wednesday 27th September

13:50 PM - 14:50 PM

Seminar Presentation: Elevating the Restaurant Experience through Wow-Factor Design

Anurag Bali Assistant Vice President Food & Beverage, North Asia, Philippines & Pacific – Shangri-La Group

Stephan Brutti Principal - SOCIAL F&B by Design

Leading experts in the field of restaurant design and operation will be joining us to discuss the latest design trends and the need to create meaningful experiences for guests and how restaurant design is evolving to accommodate. We will look at diversification into product design, how to engage authentically with the location and how things differ across Asia Pacific from bustling cities to peaceful resorts.

Thursday 28th September

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Seminar Presentation: Quantifying the Impact of Sustainable Restaurant Initiatives

Arnfinn Oines Social & Environmental Conscience – Soneva

Iris Lam Director of Sustainability, Global Development – Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Joshua Wong Head of Sustainability – Peninsula Hotels

Our expert speakers will be delving into sustainability initiatives that create real impact in reducing carbon emissions, reducing waste and positively empowering local communities. We will cover some of the most successful and inspirational projects that are improving the environment, protecting wildlife, seas and forests as well as improving the lives of staff and greater communities. We will look at how some brands have utilised the social influence this generates to raise awareness that drives even more change. We will discuss how all brands, from economy to luxury, need to add some sustainability aspect to their story to be relevant for the next generation of travellers.