Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – The 5th Hospitality Malaysia Conference #HMC2025, a cornerstone of the Hospitality Asia Event Series, welcomed 405 unique attendees in a one-day event at the Connexion Conference & Event Centre in Kuala Lumpur, marking yet another milestone in fostering dialogue, innovation, and collaboration across the region’s hospitality industry.
Building momentum since 2018, the Hospitality Malaysia Conference has served as a key platform for hotel owners, investors, operators, designers, and developers to stay at the forefront of the industry’s opportunities and challenges—offering valuable insights, meaningful connections, and future-focused strategies.
This year’s edition featured 87 esteemed speakers, including Bastien Touzeau, RVP for Development at Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Marvin Alballi, Vice President of F&B APAC at Hilton; Martin Haeger MBE, Director at HL Design; and Joachim Ka-Tsung Lim, Head of Legal Group at IOI Properties Group Berhad. Prominent figures in hotel design, operations, investment, and development also joined them in expertly curated panel sessions throughout the day.
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#HMC2025 also co-hosted its first-ever private luncheon, sponsored by Dutch payments provider Adyen, bringing together industry stakeholders for meaningful connections and high-level networking.
Key Event Highlights:
– Total Attendees: 405
– Speakers: 87
– Event Sponsors & Partners: 49
– International Representation: Delegates from 11 countries: Malaysia (86.30%), Singapore (7.50%), Thailand (1.90%), Indonesia (1.50%), Japan (0.05%), Mainland China (1.00%), Europe (1.10%), Americas (0.25%), and Other Parts of Asia (0.65%).
Diverse Industry Participation:
– 41.3% – Property Developer, Property Owner Financial Investor, Bank, Independent Hotel, Integrated Resort Owner/Operator, Tourism Attraction
– 22.9% – Hotel Chain (Corporate Office), Hotel Chain (Non-corporate), Co-working Space Operator, Property Operator, Asset Manager, Fund Manager
– 11.6% – Consultant, Interior Designer, Architectural Designer, Landscape Designer, Environmental Designer, EPC Contractor, MEP Consultant, construction company, Project Manager, Lawyer
– 6.6% – Industry Association, Industry Media, Government Entity, University Professor
– 17.6% – OTA, Travel Agent/Tour Operator, Marketing & Brand Agency, TravelTech, Vendor, Car Rental Company, Destination Management Company (DMC), Others
The conference focused on future-proofing Malaysia’s hospitality industry, which is undergoing significant transformation driven by shifting guest preferences, evolving market demands, and the impact of globalization on a culturally rich landscape.
Held over the course of a single day, the three concurrent and carefully curated summits offered deep dives into key focus areas of hospitality. The Hotel Investment Summit Malaysia #HISM opened the floor to discussions on untapped markets, fresh investment approaches, branding opportunities, and the evolving challenges of hotel development.
The Hotel Design Summit Malaysia #HDSM examined how hotel environments can embody cultural identity, respond to climate, and promote wellness through immersive, sustainable, and locally inspired design. Meanwhile, the Hotel Revenue Summit Malaysia #HRSM addressed how hotels can diversify revenue, refine global operations, reimagine retail and F&B experiences, and adopt innovative workforce strategies in today’s competitive talent market.
Through a blend of panel discussions, keynote presentations, and networking moments, each session offered attendees timely insights and practical strategies for staying ahead in Malaysia’s fast-changing hospitality market.
Looking Ahead: #HMC2026
Building on the momentum of #HMC2025, the 6th edition of the Hospitality Malaysia Conference #HMC2026 is set to make a return on July 1, 2026, at the Connexion Conference & Event Centre in Kuala Lumpur. Get ready for another power-packed gathering of the nation’s top hospitality minds, industry leaders, and innovators.
As Malaysia’s hospitality landscape continues to evolve, shaped by changing guest expectations, heightened regional competition, and accelerating digital transformation, #HMC2026 will expand its focus on technology-driven guest engagement, sustainable and culturally grounded design, and new revenue models that respond to both global trends and local realities.
The conference will continue to serve as a critical platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas, spark partnerships, and futureproof their strategies for long-term success in Malaysia and beyond.
Stay connected with us on social media for early updates on the 2026 program, speaker lineup, and partnership opportunities.
For more information, visit: https://hospitality-malaysia.com/
Contact: delegate@hospitality-asia.com
This press release has also been published on VRITIMES
