The Hospitality & Tourism Summit Chicago: What You Need to Know

After 23 years at Navy Pier, the Hospitality & Tourism Summit Chicago, Enjoy Illinois Presenting Partner, moves to new venues in the West Loop this year. Taking place at Morgan Manufacturing, Recess, and The City Hall on April 15, 2024, the Summit provides a unique opportunity for hospitality, tourism, and event professionals to build meaningful connections, gain industry insights, and explore new business opportunities.

Key Elements of The Summit

🍳 Education & Eggs | 9:30 AM – 11:55 AM – Presented by Yolk (at Recess & The City Hall)Industry experts will share insights on key hospitality and tourism trends, business strategies, and ways to adapt in a changing landscape—all while enjoying a complimentary breakfast from Yolk, a local favorite.🔗 Check out sessions

💬 Roundtable Networking Luncheon | 12:00 PM – 1:50 PM (at Recess & The City Hall)A chance to engage in two small-group discussions on topics you choose, connecting with peers and industry leaders over a boxed lunch in a collaborative setting.🔗 Join the discussion

🏆 The Summit Trade Show & Awards | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (at Morgan Manufacturing)

• Trade Show – With over 110 exhibitors and ample food and beverage sampling opportunities, the trade show is a high-energy marketplace where buyers & influencers (planners, concierges, hotel sales teams, social media influencers, media, tour guides, and DMCs) connect with venues, restaurants, nightlife spots, event services companies, attractions, transportation providers, and DMOs to build relationships and explore partnerships.🔗 See the current exhibitors & sponsors

• The Summit Awards, presented by Live Art International – Honoring outstanding contributions to hospitality and tourism across 12 categories, including social media influencers, event planners, event services companies, concierges, industry distributors, and attractions.🔗 Nominate by March 7 and vote by March 28.

Who Should Attend?

This event is designed for professionals across hospitality, tourism, meetings, and events who want to:

• Expand their network with industry peers, decision-makers, and influencers

• Learn about emerging trends and business strategies

• Discover new venues, services, and connections that enhance their business or guest experiences

• Engage in peer discussions and hands-on learning opportunities

• Enjoy a day of industry collaboration, great food, and new perspectives

Who You'll Connect With

• Buyers & Influencers – Meeting, event, and wedding planners, concierges, hotel sales teams, social media influencers, media, tour guides, and DMCs

• Sellers & Service Providers – Hotels, venues, restaurants, nightlife spots, event services companies, attractions, transportation, entertainment, and DMOs🔗 See the current exhibitors & sponsors

How to Participate

📅 Nominate by March 7 and vote by March 28.🎟 Register for The Summit to join industry leaders for a day of learning and networking.📢 Explore exhibitor and sponsorship options to showcase your business.

🔗 Find full event details here

📞 For information on exhibiting or sponsoring, contact 312-360-1770 or sales@ateema.com.