CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS
BDNY 2026 | Nov 8-9, 2026 | Javits Center, New York
Are you ready to lead the conversations shaping boutique hospitality’s next chapter?
BDNY is now seeking dynamic speakers, original ideas, and forward-thinking session concepts for our 2026 conference. We’re looking for designers, innovators, strategists, and changemakers with fresh perspectives that will inspire, educate, and engage the boutique hospitality community.
If you’re influencing what’s next in design, experience, or business, this is your opportunity to take the stage and help define the future of boutique hospitality.
Deadline to Submit: June 24, 2026
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking sessions that move beyond inspiration alone—offering ideas that are both intellectually engaging and practically relevant to the future of hospitality design.
We welcome submissions that deliver:
Distinct perspectives
Thoughtful viewpoints that challenge convention and expand how we think about design, experience, and operations.
Actionable insight
Clear, grounded takeaways that translate into real-world application across projects, teams, and brands.
Engaging formats
We encourage dynamic approaches to storytelling and exchange—including dynamic keynotes, fireside chats, immersive workshops, in-depth case studies, and moderated panels.
Please note: Vendor and manufacturer submissions are not eligible for consideration.
Session Tracks
We invite you to explore the tracks below and select the one that best aligns with your submission. If your topic spans multiple areas, choose the most relevant fit—cross-disciplinary thinking is welcome.
Global Hospitality Investment & Development
The evolution and economics of luxury hospitality markets globally, including cross-disciplinary collaboration between design, branding, operations, and experience teams.
Human-Centered Design
Neuroaesthetics, sensory design, and emotional hospitality; integrated wellbeing ecosystems; transformative guest experiences.
Cultural Intelligence & Community Impact
Hospitality as cultural platform and social connector; authentic destination immersion versus performative localization.
Emerging Design Directions
Design on the fringe – new, exciting, and “out there” concepts from around the world.
Hospitality Typologies in Evolution
Hybrid hospitality: coworking, wellness, retail, travel, nature, social clubs, and cultural programming.
The New Culinary Experience
Immersive dining and narrative-driven F&B concepts.
Intelligent Hospitality
Invisible technology and seamless integration; AI in design ideation, visualization, and specification.
The Future Guest Experience
Exploring the future of travel and evolving generational guest expectations.
Specification, Procurement & Craft
Procurement challenges, logistics, and global sourcing shifts; balancing customization with operational scalability.
Questions?
We’re here to help. If you have questions about your submission or need guidance on where your idea fits, please contact Samantha Nipper at [email protected].