Hotel Leaders Panel
- September 30, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Join us as we hear from General Managers and Regional Hotel Leaders from the Tri-County area in an interactive panel discussion led by Dr. Peter Ricci, Hospitality and Tourism Management Program Clinical Professor and Director at Florida Atlantic University. During this insightful session, our esteemed panelists will dive into hotel and industry trends, current challenges and opportunities, their 2027 outlook, and other hot topics impacting our industry today.
This year's panelists currently include:
- Mary Rogers, Executive Vice President - Turnberry
- Carlos Molinet, Complex GM Luxury & Lifestyle Hotels South Florida - Highgate
- Derek Shelly, General Manager - The Singer Oceanfront Resort, Curio Collection
- Christopher Reger, General Manager - Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West
- Maria Himebaugh, General Manager - Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa
- Gayla Guyse, General Manager - Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel
- Brittany Dewey, General Manager - The Belgrove Resort & Spa
After the discussion, enjoy a networking reception with the panelists and your industry peers.
Keep an eye out for more information and a registration link soon. Hope to see you there!
Location:
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West
1230 South Pine Island Rd.
Plantation, Florida, USA, 33324