As the founder and editor of content and community platform, Web InTravel, Siew Yeoh Hoon understands the power of travel professionals. Join her for her keynote on ‘The Human Revolution’, where she will champion humanity’s inimitable qualities (such as creativity, empathy and authenticity), sharing her perspective on where people stand in the age of technological revolution.

A passionate advocate for international cooperation and cross-cultural exchange, Sarah brings 15 years of practical experience to her role as Regional Director for Asia at the World Travel and Tourism Council. She is responsible for delivering strategy and driving development, and will share her view of the region in a keynote on ‘Travel Industry Trends and Insights’. 

Chomchana is the Head of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in ASEAN at AWS (Amazon Web Services). With a wealth of experience in business development, Chomchana aids customers in successfully adopting AI and ML services, with an aim to solve business challenges. His passion for emerging technologies and their place in driving practical business transformation will guide his must-anticipated keynote: ‘Supercharge Personalised Experience with Generative AI’.

Paul is the Chief of Staff at the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand. Between executing the strategic goals and activities of the Association, Paul also serves as a key spokesperson, representing PATA in the media and at events. We look forward to welcoming him onstage at the MarketHub, where he will cover the topic of Where Next in MEAPAC Travel and Tourism?

Join Paula, Hotelbeds’ Chief Technology and Operating Officer, as she shares her expert view on one of our industry’s most polarising topics: ‘How Will Tech Shape the Future of Travel?’. From the rise of connected trips to the careful treatment of artificial intelligence, this keynote (and Paula’s measured approach) is sure to unite both cynics and true believers.

Juan is a seasoned expert in tourism, travel and hospitality. Skilled in market research, consultancy, and finance advisory, he now works as Head of Market Intelligence for the leading travel intelligence company ForwardKeys. Join him as he delivers key insights for the region in his keynote: ‘What Does Data Tell Us About Traveler Choices?’.

As a Senior Research Analyst at Skift, Pranavi produces deep-dive reports on key topics in the travel industry by analysing financial data and interviewing senior executives in the industry. She is certain to feel right at home alongside MarketHub’s a-list attendees, as she takes to the stage share her thoughts on the ‘Generation of Disruption’.

Enrique Perez, who is set to attend the event on behalf of banking specialists Morgan Stanley. Enrique’s role of Head of Global Technology has earned him a wealth of experience, having contributed to hundreds of tech transitions across IPOs, acquisition finance and more. This makes him a valuable asset to our event, and an ideal candidate to lead a talk on ‘TravelTech: The Financial Community Perspective’.

Heading up the Open Innovation team at Telefonica, Irene is on a mission to capture and enhance business opportunities between the company and startups. Passionate about her role and with much to contribute to the discussion around disruption, she is set to join a panel of experts to cover the topic: ‘Crossing Industries for Innovation’.