Global Distribution Conference

Forging the Next Era of Distribution

Milan | June 6 – 8, 2023

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Agenda

Tuesday, June 6
1:00 – 5:00 pm: Conference Kick Off – Afternoon Working Groups: Content, Connectivity, Data Analytics, Revenue Optimization, Fintech and HEDNA U – open to all
6:00 pm: Welcome Reception Buffet

Wednesday, June 7
9:00 am – 5:00 pm: Main Stage – Full day of interactive events, keynote speakers and panel discussions
10:00 am: HEDNA Networking Lounge Opens
7:00 pm: Reception at Dazi Milano

Thursday, June 8
9:30 am: HEDNA Networking Lounge Opens
9:35 am – 12:15 pm: Main Stage – Half day of interactive events, keynote speakers and panel discussions
1 – 4:30 pm: Google Hotelier Summit at HEDNA

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Speakers

Our HEDNA 2023 Global Distribution Conference features insights from industry leaders. Our speakers will share the latest trends in distribution technology. Topics being covered will include: 

Industry Insights, Trends and Outlook
Blockchain and Web3
HEDNAChats
Search
The Next Generation of Wholesale
Corporate Travel and Meetings
Global Markets
Innovation and Emerging Trends

And so much more. See the full agenda for details.

Hotel

Located outside the city center in the Navigli and Darsena District, the Quark Hotel sits at just under 300 rooms with innovative and collaborative conference space that is ideal for HEDNA’s European Conference. Newly renovated, the property offers ample space for us to meet, socialize, and network throughout our three day conference.

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Google Hotelier Summit at HEDNA

Hear directly from Google on how to establish presence on Google, optimize engagement with users and utilize Google tools like Google Business Profiles, Free Booking Links and Google Hotel Ads to drive direct bookings. Participants will get an opportunity to learn about Google’s Hotel Product roadmap and hear from industry experts and fellow hoteliers about their experiences on successfully driving direct bookings to their websites. This event is open and complimentary to hoteliers, but does require advanced registration. To register, please click here.

Registration Rates

Registration for our Milan 2023 Global Distribution Conference includes access to all conference activities, including meals provided during the conference and evening receptions.

HEDNA is following the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and local government agencies regarding in-person gatherings. We are committed to taking the appropriate precautions to provide a safe and healthy environment for all conference participants. Read our full Duty of Care statement.

If your company is not a member of HEDNA and you have not attended one of our conferences in the past four years, you may be eligible for a discount on your conference registration. Please complete this form to find out if you qualify for a discounted rate.

Members

As always, HEDNA Members get the best pricing!
Thank you so much for your support.

Hospitality Professionals, Industry Experts, Educators

Full Conference: $1,195
HEDNA U 101 only: $29

Technology Partners

Full Conference: $1,695
HEDNA U 101 Only: $29

Non-members

Not a member yet?
Save up to $1,000 on this event by joining HEDNA first!

Hospitality Professionals

Full Conference: $2,195
HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

Technology Partners

Full Conference: $2,695
HEDNA U 101 Only: $59

HEDNA Evening Event

Dazi Milano

Piazza Sempione, 1, 20145 Milan
Buses will load from the Quark Hotel Lobby.

Join us on Wednesday 7 June, 2023 at the beautiful Dazi Milano, a meeting place of Milan’s history and modernity. Enjoy a curated event featuring an open bar, dinner, and dancing all while taking in the beautiful Piazza del Sempione. Dazi Milano prides itself in being a space that represents the city. Located in a restored former customs toll booth, the Dazi Milano is dedicated to hosting events for cultural enhancement. This event is included in your HEDNA Milan conference registration.

Quark Hotel

Located outside the city center in the Navigli and Darsena District, the Quark Hotel sits at just under 300 rooms with innovative and collaborative conference space that is ideal for HEDNA’s European Conference. Newly renovated, the property offers ample space for us to meet, socialize, and network throughout our three day conference.

HEDNA has secured a special room rate of  €148 (inclusive of tax) per night for single occupancy available until May 12, 2023, or until the room block is exhausted, whichever comes first.

About the Area

The Navigli and Darsena District, often billed as the new soul of Milan, offers not only rich history and culture, but an already arrived and trendy arts, dining, and nightlife scene located 25 minutes from the Milan city center and Il Duomo.

Thank You Conference Sponsors

Our annual partners and conference sponsors help make this event possible. Thanks for your support!

Be part of our Milan 2023 Global Distribution Conference — reserve your sponsorship today.

Association Partners

Planet

Annual Partners

Payments Partner

Planet

Digital Partner

XanderPay

Distribution Partner

Future Leaders of HEDNA Partner

Your Company

Platinum Sponsors

Opening Reception

Discover

Networking Reception

Uplift

HEDNA Lounge: Coffee

Leonardo

Google Hotelier Summit

Gold Sponsors

Lunch (Wed, June 7)

Lunch (Th, June 8)

Your Company

Silver Sponsors

Breakfast (Wed, June 7)

Your Company

Breakfast (Th, June 8)

Your Company

Conference Lanyards

D-Edge

Bronze Sponsors

Networking Break (Wednesday AM)

Networking Break (Wednesday PM)

Networking Break (Thursday AM)

Your Company

WiFi Network

Notebooks

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