SOCIAL EVENTS
PLATINUM CIRCLE AWARDS GALA
Friday, November 10, 2023
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Gotham Hall – 1356 Broadway
Advance registration required
For three decades, Hospitality Design magazine has awarded industry leaders—designers, architects, hoteliers, restaurateurs—with the coveted Platinum Circle designation. Over the years, more than 100 honorees have been celebrated for a lifetime of achievement in their respective fields, creating a virtual who’s who of hospitality.

BDNY DESIGN TOUR:
MOXY NYC LOWER EAST SIDE
Saturday, November 11
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
145 Bowery, New York (meet in lobby)
Network in an intimate setting while getting a behind the scenes look at one of the latest projects for Moxy Hotels. Tour will conclude with a networking reception Limited to 40 attendees.
Advance registration required

BDNY KICKOFF PARTY
Saturday, November 11, 2023
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Ziegfeld Ballroom
141 W 54th St, New York.
Advance registration required
Mix and mingle at BDNY’s official kickoff party! Join industry VIPs for cocktails and appetizers, and get ready for a great two days ahead.
Interested in Kick Off Party sponsorship opportunities?

BDNY POWER PLAYERS: WOMEN LEADERS IN HOSPITALITY BREAKFAST
Monday, November 13, 2023
9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Javits Center
A BDNY signature event presented in partnership with NEWH, Boutique Design Power Players brings together thought leaders in design, brand, ownership, and procurement for a lively discussion of challenges, opportunities, and issues across the industry.

2023 SPEAKERS
Helen Jorgensen, Vice President Design and Procurement, Host Hotels & Resorts
Nina Grondin, Managing Partner, Curioso LLC
Vanessa Waldner, Founder + President, The Ness Group
Melissa Banko, Founder, Banko Design
Alexis Readinger, Founder, Preen, Inc.
Katie Kervin, Senior Managing Editor, Hospitality Design magazine
Julie Frank, Vice President of Design, Aspen Hospitality
LeAnn Shelton, General Counsel, Director of Business Affairs, Rockwell Group
2023 SPEAKERS
Helen Jorgensen, Vice President Design and Procurement, Host Hotels & Resorts
Nina Grondin, Managing Partner, Curioso LLC
Vanessa Waldner, Founder + President, The Ness Group
Melissa Banko, Founder, Banko Design
Alexis Readinger, Founder, Preen, Inc.
Katie Kervin, Senior Managing Editor, Hospitality Design magazine
Julie Frank, Vice President of Design, Aspen Hospitality
LeAnn Shelton, General Counsel, Director of Business Affairs, Rockwell Group
GOLD KEY AWARDS GALA
Monday, November 13, 2023
6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Cipriani 42nd Street – 110 E 42nd Street
Advance registration required
Presented by Boutique Design, join us to celebrate the winners and finalists in 22 project categories in addition to the Judges’ So Cool and Designer of the Year awards. The gala event will also honor the rising design stars of the 2023 Boutique 18 class and BD’s Up-and-Coming Hoteliers of the year. For more information on the awards gala and 2023 finalists and honorees, please visit Gold Key Awards.
Interested in Gold Key Awards sponsorship opportunities?
