Merry Wong
May 05, 2025
WEGGIS Academy proudly marked its debut with the successful launch of its first-ever event, “Gen Z Hospitality: Unlocking Sales, Marketing & Event Management Summit 2025”, held at the Bali Sunset Road Convention Center (BSCC) on Friday, 2 May 2025. The event attracted over 130 enthusiastic participants, including hospitality students, fresh graduates, and junior hotel professionals, all eager to gain industry insights and sharpen their commercial competencies. This event also marks the very first summit in Bali dedicated specifically to the theme of Gen Z in the hospitality industry.
Organized by WEGGIS Academy, the summit served as a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing and skill development, tailored specifically for the next generation of hospitality professionals. With engaging sessions led by seasoned experts in the fields of sales, marketing, and event management, the summit addressed emerging trends, digital transformation, and Gen Z workplace dynamics in the hospitality industry.
“Today marks an important milestone for us at WEGGIS Academy,” said Harry Suryadharma, Managing Partner of BSCC and Founder of WEGGIS Academy. “We believe in equipping future talents with practical, real-world knowledge that bridges the gap between academic theory and industry needs.”
The program featured panel discussions, interactive workshops, and networking sessions designed to empower Gen Z hospitality enthusiasts to take charge of their professional journey. Speakers, each sharing valuable insights into current industry challenges and opportunities.
Distinguished speakers at the event including:
- Franklyn Kocek - the Chairman of the Bali Hotel Association
- Komang Artana, S.Pd. – Chairman Indonesia Hotel General Managers Association (IHGMA) Bali Chapter
- Wendy Januar – Hotel Manager, Aloft Bali Seminyak
- Nunki Nurhindiani – Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing, Inter-Continental Bali Sanur
- Sanny – Operations Director, Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center
- Manik Kartika – Chief Marketing Officer, Phenom Events
- Melody Siagian – Director of Marketing Communication, The Meru, Sanur
- Theresia Siregar – Destination Manager Indonesia, G2 Travel
The Sales, Marketing & Event Management Summit 2025 was not only the premiere learning event about Gen Z Hospitality, but also a celebration of new ideas, innovation, and the future of hospitality in Indonesia. The overwhelming turnout and positive feedback from participants underscored the relevance and timeliness of the summit's theme.
