Get ready to explore ‘New Frontiers’ with HBX Group CEO, Nicolas Huss. Kickstarting the MarketHub, Nicolas will give meaning to this year’s theme, revealing a sneak peak of the week’s hottest topics and sharing his personal view on major shifts in the world of travel and technology.

Reality? What reality? This is the question posed by HBX Group’s Chief Technology & Operating Officer, Paula Felstead, as she shares her view on ‘emerging’ trends in TravelTech space. Among the hot topics is augmented reality, and its role in today’s world.

Join National Geographic photographer, filmmaker, and writer Ami Vitale as she takes us on a journey, sharing powerful stories that drive change and inspire us all to push boundaries. As part of her keynote on how ‘Empathy Leads to Impact’, these uplifting narratives show us how hope and collective action are shaping a brighter future for our planet.

What does the term ‘New Frontiers’ mean to HBX Group?' In this insightful keynote, Chief Commercial Officer, Carlos Muñoz, will demonstrate the evolution of our brand, and will also deliver our news and views in this Group update.

As HBX Group’s VP North America, Lauren’s presence will be felt throughout the MarketHub: from the Americas Regional Update to an interactive Q&A session, expect her to share her thoughts and stand-out moments from what is certain to be an amazing event.

As the leader of the ForwardKeys' Intelligence & Marketing team, Olivier is one of the world’s most authoritative experts in travel research and destination marketing. He will cross-reference ForwardKeys’ considerable data with numerous other sources to identify new travel trends and forecast future travel patterns during his keynote, 'The Data Compass: Navigating the Way to Data-Driven Bookings'.

What do travel professionals have in common with astronauts? How about ingenuity, adaptability, and teamwork? Join NASA Mission Specialist, Jose Hernández, as he draws parallels between two industries which may not be worlds apart after all. His rousing keynote, 'The Final Frontier: Lessons from Astronaut Jose Hernandez', will cover teachings from space, and from his remarkable life here on earth.

Gisela appears at the MarketHub as the VP for LATAM, representing the market during the Americas Regional Update. Hear her take on the big stories from the region, including exciting new developments and powerful data insights.

David is the Global Travel and Local Partnerships Director at Google. A travel industry veteran, he brings a valuable perspective to the MarketHub, and will share his thoughts on ‘The Future of Travel’ in an insightful keynote.

Join HBX Group’s Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer, Anna Grigoryan, as she brings us closer to ‘the Traveler of the Future’. From emerging technologies to heart-led motivations, hear her take on what will drive the travel choices of tomorrow.

Christo has been safeguarding companies since the turn of the century. In an era marked by constantly evolving cyber threats, he is dedicated to providing clarity, insight, and data-driven resolutions. Join him as he illuminates the challenges – and solutions – related to real-world cyberattacks in his keynote, ‘The Digital Battlefield’.

With over 25 years’ experience in the travel insurance industry, Sasha knows how to deliver on customer needs – no matter where those customers are from, or how unique their situation may be. Discover the importance of insurance in his keynote, ‘How Should Travel Be Protected?’.

Vegas is well-known as ‘the Entertainment Capital of the World’ – so where better to explore the influence of music, sports and screen tourism in travel? Join HBX Group’s General Manager for Travel Agencies, Bertrand Sava, as he shares a wealth of awe-inspiring insights.

‘All constituents of an ecosystem succeed by becoming better together.’ Those are the words of Mark Antipof, HBX Group’s Chief Growth Officer, following his keynote at last year’s fantastic MarketHub event. For 2024, Mark will return to the stage to discuss the benefits of ‘leaning in’, sharing his expert view on ‘Leveraging the Power of an Ecosystem’.

What are the biggest opportunities in Product? Join HBX Group’s Chief Product Officer, Stephanie Waismann, as she walks the MarketHub’s attendees through what makes product-led companies great, and reveals what’s on the horizon for the Group in the coming years. Get ready for ‘The Product Evolution’!