HD NextGen Forum 2026

Name: HD NextGen Forum
Start: 2026-10-26
End: 2026-10-27
Location: Miami - Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Florida, USA

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From October 26, 2026 until October 27, 2026

At Miami - Kimpton EPIC Hotel, Florida, USA ( Show Map)

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https://nextgen.hospitalitydesign.com/

Categories: Educational Services

Tags: Design, Branding, Hospitality, Wellness, leadership, conference, networking, innovation

The HD NextGen Forum, an invitation‑only conference by Hospitality Design magazine, convenes emerging hospitality design leaders for education, networking, and business development. Held October 26‑27, 2026 in Austin, Texas, the event attracted about 185 industry professionals, including the 2025 Wave of the Future honorees—young designers, architects, owners, and brand executives recognized for visionary work. Keynote speakers featured Soul Cole, who presented a wellness program integrating mindfulness, breathwork, and sound healing to boost staff resilience and guest experience, and Michelle Poler, a branding strategist who shared strategies for turning fear into growth. The agenda combined inspirational keynotes, an Owners’ Roundtable, and award presentations, highlighting trends in luxury hospitality wellness, branding, and innovative design.

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