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. 

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.

Location Name Time Name Speakers
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
 2:00 PM - 4:30 PMImmersive Experience (Exclusive to All Access Pass Holders) 
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
 8:00 AM - 8:30 AMMorning Movement 
Ampersand Studios8:30 AM - 10:00 AMRegistration & Breakfast 
Ampersand Studios10:00 AM - 10:25 AMWelcome RemarksAudrey Yates Riley Nail
Ampersand Studios10:30 AM - 11:00 AMOne-on-One Raul Leal
Ampersand Studios11:00 AM - 11:30 AMThe Independent Investment ThesisKeith Evans Neil Shah
Ampersand Studios11:35 AM - 12:10 PMBuilding Hospitality Brands Without Losing TasteTodd Reppert John Meadow Jesscia Gidari
 12:15 PM - 1:45 PMLUNCH 
Ampersand Studios2:00 PM - 2:35 PMStop Losing Margin: Take Control of Your Hotel's FutureRhett Hirko
Ampersand Studios2:40 PM - 3:15 PMIf Your Logo Disappeared Tomorrow, Would Anyone Notice?Noah Brodsky
Ampersand Studios3:20 PM - 3:25 PMStart Something Award PresentationAndrew Benioff Daniel del Olmo
Ampersand Studios3:30 PM - 4:00 PMOne-on-OneDaniel del Olmo Joshua Rubinstein
Arlo Wynwood4:30 PM - 6:30 PMImbibe & Vibe 
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Arlo Wynwood8:00 AM - 8:30 AMMorning Movement 
Arlo Wynwood8:30 AM - 10:00 AMRegistration & Breakfast 
Arlo Wynwood10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreakout: Not a Hotel 
Arlo Wynwood10:00 AM - 10:30 AMBreakout: The Wellness BubbleErica Huss Jim Deters
Arlo Wynwood10:30 AM - 10:45 AMBREAK 
Arlo Wynwood10:45 AM - 11:15 AMBreakout: How Hotel Deals Actually StartStephen Wendell Dor Barkai Colleen Rafferty
Arlo Wynwood10:45 AM - 11:15 AMBreakout: R.I.P. Hotel Marketing 
Arlo Wynwood11:15 AM - 11:30 AMBREAK 
Arlo Wynwood11:30 AM - 12:00 PMBreakout B 
Arlo Wynwood11:30 AM - 12:00 PMBreakout A 
Arlo Wynwood12:00 PM - 1:15 PMLUNCH 
Ampersand Studios1:50 PM - 2:05 PMIndie TalkShelby Mathews
Ampersand Studios2:10 PM - 2:40 PMCapital Meets CreatorAudrey Gelman
Ampersand Studios2:40 PM - 2:55 PMBREAK 
Ampersand Studios3:00 PM - 3:35 PMCan You Scale Cool?Robin Kennedy Mark Keiser Jason Hsiang
Ampersand Studios3:40 PM - 4:10 PMOne-on-One 
Ampersand Studios4:15 PM - 4:30 PMClosing RemarksAudrey Yates Riley Nail
 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMImbibe & Vibe