The Future of Hospitality
Course overview
The future of hospitality moves beyond host and guest, drawing on art, architecture, and experiential design to spark joy. At its core, it explores culture and community as drivers of travel, with hosts creating personal, lasting memories that extend far beyond the stay.
Certification included
Validated by SAIAT as a Category 1 CPD talk. Attendees will earn 0.1 credits.
Meet the SPEAKERs
Retha Erichsen
Retha Erichsen leads the brand at Babylonstoren, a working farm and hospitality destination in the Cape Winelands known for its blend of nature, simplicity, and thoughtful design. Since joining the team two years ago, she’s been part of shaping how the brand connects with guests—both in person and online—while staying true to its roots. Read more...
Piet Smedy
CEO, Art House Collection
Piet Smedy made the move to hospitality from publishing, where he served as editor in chief of Condé Nast House & Garden, actively working within the South African design industry to foster talent and grow the industry’s footprint.
Over the past two years, he’s headed up Art House Collection, an art, design, and architecture-focused homestay platform. Read more...
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