The technology companies participating in IH/M&RS will offer software, wireless solutions, security/surveillance, entertainment-flat screens, check-in kiosks, telecommunications, reservation systems, interactive products and more.

�We want to enable the hospitality industry to build success through technology,� said Christian Falkenberg, show manager. �IH/M&RS is the right market to learn about and to procure the newest industry-related technology.� 

Companies new to the IH/M&RS this year include: Samsung (Televisions); Slomins Security (Alarm, Detection and Security Systems); Motorola (Communication Systems); Kooltech (Internet Access); XN-Torex (Point of Sale, Property Management and Reservation Systems); Mediasoft Solutions (Alarm, Detection and Security Systems, Security Video Information and Materials); and Natural Wireless (Internet Access and Telecommunications � VoiP, Wi-Fi Hot Spots, Wireless Communications/Networks). Beyond this, emerging software and Internet solution suppliers also will be featured in the Technology Innovation Center. This pavilion-style showcase is presented by IH/M&RS and sponsored by Hospitality Upgrade magazine. 

Returning to the IH/M&RS are notable technology suppliers such as: iBahn; Micros; VingCard/Elsafe; LG; Hotel Technologies; Janus; and Ramesys. 

Technology education begins on Saturday, November 12, with the �Hospitality Leadership Forum - Technology Seminar.� 

Technology programs continue on Monday, November 14, with:

• �Ask the Experts on Technology,� an interactive session with experts on property-based systems, CRS and distribution to PBX, networking and multi-property resort technologies at 1:00 pm; 

• �What Keeps the Hospitality Industry From Making the Right Technology Investments � Even When They are Staring us in the Face,� a panel of industry leaders discuss the �what, when and why� of hospitality technology investment at 3:00 pm; 

• �Restaurant Futurists - The New Techno-Marketing;� a discussion of marketing products using new technology at 3:30 pm.

The International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show is sponsored by the American Hotel & Lodging Association; the Hotel Association of New York City, Inc.; the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association, and is managed by George Little Management, LLC (GLM).  The market presents some 1,400 hospitality industry suppliers and attracts approximately 35,000 in total trade attendance.

For IH/M&RS exhibitor information, contact Christian Falkenberg, show manager, at GLM, Ten Bank Street, White Plains, NY 10606-1954.  Telephone (914) 421-3296.  Fax (914) 948-6180.  E-mail: [email protected].  Additional information and registration is available online at www.ihmrs.com, or by contacting GLM�s Customer Service Department at (914) 421-3206 or (800) 272-SHOW.

Cathy Steel
Telephone (914) 421-3258
E-mail: [email protected]
www.ihmrs.com