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Friday, 8 January 2027
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| 18:30 – 19:15 | Integrating AI into Tourism & Hospitality: Leading People and Change Integrating AI into Tourism & Hospitality: Leading People and Change Speaker: Ahmed Eltabakh AI is already changing how travelers search, book, and experience their trips. The real question for our industry is no longer if we should use it, but how to use it without losing the human touch that makes tourism and hospitality special. This session cuts through the hype and the fear, and gives you a clear, practical view of what AI can do for your business and your team, starting tomorrow. What you'll learn 1. From fear to empowerment Why AI is not here to replace your people. See how automating routine back-office work frees your staff to focus on what guests value most: real, personal service. 2. AI that works in the real world Practical use cases from hotels, travel agencies, and tour operators, including smarter pricing and revenue management, personalized guest and traveler journeys, and more efficient daily operations. 3. Leading your team through change How to reduce tech anxiety on the frontline, build new skills, and create a culture where your team is confident to try new tools. Who should attend Hotel owners, general managers, and department heads Travel agency and tour operator owners and managers Revenue, sales, and marketing professionals HR and training managers in tourism and hospitality Anyone curious about how AI will shape their career in travel Why it matters Travelers are already planning trips with AI. The businesses that learn to work with it today will lead the market tomorrow. Join us and walk away with ideas you can apply immediately. 📍 Global Tourism Market (GTM) | Cairo | January 2027 👉 Register now to secure your seat. Details | Ahmed ElTabbakh | |
| 19:20 – 20:05 | Hotels Drive AI Session with Hotesl Drive Details | ||
| 19:30 – 20:25 | Break .. Details | ||
| 21:00 – 00:00 | AI Applications Unlock the true potential of your go-to-market strategy by exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping customer acquisition, product-led growth, and market penetration. This session will dive deep into practical applications where AI accelerates decision-making, personalizes customer journeys, and predicts market trends before they happen. Whether you are scaling a new product or optimizing existing revenue streams, learn how intelligent tools can turn data into actionable insights that drive faster and more effective growth. Join us to discover real-world examples of companies leveraging AI to dominate their markets and take away a roadmap for integrating these technologies into your own GTM plans. Details | Farahty | Hazem Abdelghany |
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Speakers
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Ahmed ElTabbakh
Market Team Manager · booking.com
With over 18 years of experience in sales management, market development, and strategic leadership, I bring a broad perspective on building and sustaining business growth across diverse markets. My career has allowed me to work across different regions and industries, consistently focusing on strengthening market presence, fostering relationships, and delivering value to stakeholders. I specialize in leading cross-functional and multicultural teams, guiding them toward achieving business objectives while ensuring operational excellence. I am recognized for strong stakeholder engagement, account management, and business development skills, enabling me to align business goals with market opportunities effectively. Throughout my career journey, I have demonstrated strong skills in negotiation, building key partner relations, and leading territory management, all supported by a data-driven approach to decision-making, with a focus on translating insights into strategies that drive growth and empower teams to excel. I also ensure that business teams are equipped to adapt to evolving market conditions by fostering innovation and operational improvements. Looking ahead, I aim to contribute my expertise to organizations seeking to expand their market footprint, strengthen client relationships, and develop high-performing teams. My focus remains on delivering sustainable growth, optimizing performance, and creating long-term value for both the business and its stakeholders.
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Hazem Abdelghany
Co-founder · Catalyst
Hazem Abdelghany is co-founder of Catalyst, an AI and tech education company in Egypt. He runs several companies on an AI operating system he built himself, and he makes AI simple and practical for Arabic speakers. His workshop is hands-on: every attendee builds an AI assistant for their own travel business and leaves with a ready templates pack.
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