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title: "Miami Congress 2026 - Passes!"
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summary: "Miami Congress 2026 is a two-and-a-half-day hospitality conference scheduled for October 27-29, 2026, featuring panels, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities for independent lodging professionals. The event will be hosted at Ampersand Studios and The Arlo Wynwood hotel, bringing together visionaries and pragmatists from the independent lodging sector."
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# Miami Congress 2026 - Passes!

INDIECongress is heading back to Miami in October! This event is unlike any other! INDIECongress is our most popular event. It is a two-and-a-half-day conference covering all things hospitality. Through meaningful and relevant panels, deep dive breakouts, and of course great food and beverage, you’ll connect with visionaries and pragmatists inside and outside the independent lodging sector. Purchase Your Pass! We can't wait to host with Ampersand Studios Ampersand Studios offers flexible workspaces, creative coworking and private offices. With access to production studios, event spaces, and modern facilities, it’s the hub where Miami’s entrepreneurs, creators, and teams come together to collaborate and grow — right in the heart of the Arts & Entertainment District. And with The Arlo Wynwood! Arlo Wynwood, a hotel in Downtown Miami Airy rooms. An artsy soul. Miami’s hottest new hotel puts you at the heart of it all in Wynwood. Scope out design talent. Kick back at Higher Ground, our cocktail lounge. Chill by the rooftop pool and tap into the neighborhood’s creative energy. This is where relaxation meets inspiration—and good vibes are guaranteed. Secure Your Stay! Location Name Time Name Speakers Tuesday, October 27, 2026   2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Immersive Experience (Exclusive to All Access Pass Holders)     Wednesday, October 28, 2026   8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Morning Movement     Ampersand Studios 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Registration & Breakfast     Ampersand Studios 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM Welcome Remarks Audrey Yates, Stash Hotel Rewards Riley Nail, Makeready Ampersand Studios 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM One-on-One Raul Leal, Starwood Hotels Arlo Laitin, Curacity Ampersand Studios 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM The Independent Investment Thesis Keith Evans, LHC Group Neil Shah, Hersha Hotels and Resorts John Keeling, Valencia Hotel Collection Ampersand Studios 11:35 AM - 12:10 PM Building Hospitality Brands Without Losing Taste Todd Reppert, Hai Hospitality John Meadow, LDV Hospitality Jesscia Gidari, Porcelain Collective   12:15 PM - 1:30 PM LUNCH     Ampersand Studios 1:45 PM - 2:05 PM Stop Losing Margin: Take Control of Your Hotel's Future Rhett Hirko, Preferred Travel Group Ampersand Studios 2:10 PM - 2:45 PM If Your Logo Disappeared Tomorrow, Would Anyone Notice? Noah Brodsky, Under Canvas Ben Pundole, Delano Jason Pomeranc, SIXTY Collective Ampersand Studios 2:45 PM - 3:00 PM BREAK     Ampersand Studios 3:05 PM - 3:40 PM Can You Scale Cool? Robin Kennedy, Montage International Mark Keiser, Viceroy Hotels and Resorts Jason Hsiang, Ennismore Javed Bhaghani, Biscayne Hospitality Ampersand Studios 3:45 PM - 3:50 PM Start Something Award Presentation Andrew Benioff, Independent Lodging Congress Daniel del Olmo, Sage Hospitality Group Ampersand Studios 3:55 PM - 4:25 PM One-on-One: Leading the Next Chapter Daniel del Olmo, Sage Hospitality Group Joshua Rubinstein, JPR Human Capital Arlo Wynwood 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Imbibe & Vibe     Thursday, October 29, 2026 Arlo Wynwood 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM Morning Movement     Arlo Wynwood 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM Registration & Breakfast     Ampersand Studios 10:00 AM - 10:35 AM Can Design Be Your Competitive Advantage     Arlo Wynwood 10:00 AM - 10:35 AM The Wellness Bubble Erica Huss, Phosphora Jim Deters, Gravity Haus Arlo Wynwood 10:40 AM - 10:55 AM BREAK     Arlo Wynwood 11:00 AM - 11:35 AM How Hotel Deals Actually Start Stephen Wendell, Mountain Shore Properties Dor Barkai, Hotel Anna & Bel Colleen Rafferty, TOURISTS Arlo Wynwood 11:00 AM - 11:35 AM Solving the Hotel Data Problem Jacqueline Nunley, Salesforce Josh Graham, Cloudbeds Bria Porter, Coyote Agency Arlo Wynwood 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM LUNCH     Ampersand Studios 1:15 PM - 1:30 PM Indie Awards Ceremony     Ampersand Studios 1:35 PM - 1:55 PM Indie Talk Shelby Mathews, Native Digital Arlo Wynwood 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM The Sound of Belonging Maurice Bernstein, Giant Step Paul Blair, Producer & Songwriter Andrew Wintner, Cassette Maile Gamez, The Miami Beach EDITION Ampersand Studios 2:35 PM - 2:55 PM BREAK     Arlo Wynwood 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM The Agentic Advantage for Independents Evan Stowers, Salesforce Richard Aday, ThinkReservations Ampersand Studios 3:35 PM - 4:05 PM Capital Meets Creator Jeremy Selman, HN Capital Partners Audrey Gelman, The Sixbells Ampersand Studios 4:10 PM - 4:35 PM Shoot the $hit Amber Asher, Asher Advisors Andrew Benioff, Independent Lodging Congress Ampersand Studios 4:35 PM - 4:45 PM Closing Remarks Audrey Yates, Stash Hotel Rewards Riley Nail, Makeready   5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Imbibe & Vibe     Independent Lodging Congress (ILC) is committed to protecting your privacy. By registering for this event, you acknowledge and agree to the terms as listed in our Privacy Policy .