From the 11th to 13th of November Hipoges and KPI Hotel, marked a significant presence at the Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum (R&R) in Athens, one of Europe’s leading gatherings for hospitality investment, development, and operational innovation. The event brought together key industry players, developers, investors, and asset managers to explore emerging trends shaping the future of resort and residential hospitality. For Hipoges and KPI Hotel, it served as a valuable platform to reinforce the group commitment to excellence, innovation, and strategic value creation across the hospitality sector.
A Strong Presence from Hipoges and KPI Hotel
As a Gold Sponsor, KPI Hotel representatives engaged in high-level discussions with hospitality leaders, international investors, and developers seeking strategic partnerships in Southern Europe. This participation underscored the group’s capabilities in managing diverse hospitality portfolios—from urban hotels to resort complexes, branded residences, and mixed-use developments.
Representing Hipoges Group were our Chief Corporate Services – Nuno Godinho, our Chief Executive Officer – Nikitas Zisimos and our Associate Director of Sales – Konstantinos Stathis. From KPI Hotel our Partner & Chief Commercial Officer – Pedro Garcia e Costa.
Thought Leadership in an Evolving Market
Pedro was part of the speakers panel, to debate Spain’s hospitality investment surge: New capital, growth market alongside speakers such as Anna Cohen (Extendam), Luciano Scarfone (Pygmalion Capital) and Juan Garnica Álvarez-Alonso (Savills). The panel was moderated by Alex Robinson, Director at STR, a leading provider of global hospitality data and insights.
The forum’s agenda focused on the evolving landscape of hospitality investment, with special emphasis on sustainability, mixed-use resort models, operational innovation, and the rising demand for lifestyle-oriented hospitality products. For Hipoges and KPI Hotel, these themes align closely with their strategic approach to managing and enhancing hospitality assets.
Throughout the event, the teams contributed expert insights on:
- Adaptive asset strategies that respond to shifting market expectations and traveler behaviors.
- Operational efficiency enhancements, leveraging data-driven decision-making and performance benchmarking.
- Value-creation opportunities in under-managed or repositionable hospitality assets.
- Investment appeal of Southern Europe, particularly Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece, where Hipoges maintains strong operational capabilities.
Their contributions helped emphasize the importance of professionalized, hands-on asset management in a sector characterized by rapid evolution and increasing competitiveness.
Strengthening Partnerships and Exploring New Opportunities
Beyond knowledge sharing, the R&R Forum offered Hipoges and KPI Hotel opportunities to strengthen relationships with existing partners and explore new collaborations. The teams held meetings with institutional investors, boutique operators, family offices, and developers looking to enter or expand within the Mediterranean hospitality market.
A recurring theme in these discussions was the growing demand for specialized asset managers who understand both the operational DNA of hospitality and the financial rigor required by investors. KPI Hotel, backed by Hipoges’ robust infrastructure, proved well-positioned to address these needs through a comprehensive suite of services, including:
- Operational oversight and performance optimization
- Strategic repositioning and CAPEX planning
- Brand and operator selection
- Market analysis and feasibility studies
- Transaction advisory and valuation
Through these capabilities, the company continues to support clients in unlocking latent value and fostering long-term asset resilience.
The 2025 edition of the Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum marked a significant milestone, celebrating ten years since its inaugural gathering. What began as an intimate meeting has evolved into the global hub for leisure hospitality investment, bringing together more than 500 senior leaders to shape the future of resorts, residences, and destinations. This year’s forum was the most dynamic to date, featuring interactive sessions, curated networking opportunities, and in-depth discussions on the trends redefining the sector. The celebrations culminated on Tuesday, November 11, with the R&R 10-Year Anniversary Party—sponsored by Enterprise Greece—an evening dedicated to connection and industry recognition.
A Vision for the Future of Hospitality Asset Management
The participation of Hipoges and KPI Hotel in the Resort & Residential Hospitality Forum reflects the group’s ambition to remain at the forefront of hospitality asset management in Europe. As the sector faces new challenges – from sustainability requirements to shifting consumer preferences and economic uncertainties – Hipoges’ multidisciplinary approach and KPI Hotel’s hospitality expertise position the group to guide investors with confidence and clarity. By engaging directly with industry leaders in Athens, Hipoges and KPI Hotel reaffirmed their dedication to shaping a more innovative, efficient, and value-driven hospitality landscape. Their presence at R&R demonstrated not only their growing influence within the sector but also their commitment to forging partnerships that drive sustainable growth and operational excellence.