The Boston University School of Hospitality Administration Leadership Summit 2024 showcased in a very real, physical way what we mean when we say: Experience Innovation. I am walking in my purpose, and I am walking with the best: my smart, dynamic Co-Chair Mara Littman, my ambitious colleague Kaushik Vardharajan who led the Innovation Competition, our fearless leader Arun Upneja and the students on the planning committee who represent the future. 

Event: SHA Leadership Summit April 4, 2024

Venue: BU Center for Computing and Data Sciences Boston, MA

Catering: Aramark
Plants in Stage Design : The Social Butterflies Events
Moss Walls in Stage Design : WildLeaf Design
Event Rentals: PEAK Event Services
Photography: Joseph Prezioso Photography
Videography: Lauren Owens Lambert
Entertainment + Mirror Photo Booth: Entertainment Specialists
Speakers: Bryan Rafanelli + Bashar Wali

Green Initiatives: Hosted at Boston's largest fossil fuel free building ; Vegan Menu ; Event design featuring potted plants and moss walls constructed with natural product: both biophilic and environmentally sustainable ; Rental partner, PEAK leading the charge in green practices in the event rentals category including the investment in electric trucks and AI robots that reduce water and energy use ; Badges that double as a luggage tag for guests ; Seeded, plantable paper featured in speed networking segment and mocktail display ; Virtual swag bag featuring experience-based offers from our industry partners.