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Carlos Muriel is a design-led architect with extensive international experience and currently serves as the Head of Europe for Buckley Gray Yeoman, a top-ranked firm in the AJ100 and a leading name in UK architecture. Throughout his career, Carlos has collaborated with renowned studios such as Odile Decq Studio, Stanton Williams, Farrells, and Atkins. He is recognized for his strong design ethos and leadership, with a particular focus on sustainable architecture.

His portfolio includes significant projects across the UK, Spain, France, Canada, Mexico, and the Middle East. A passionate advocate for flexible living solutions in Spain and Europe, Carlos promotes innovative housing designs that address the evolving needs of modern living.

Jessica is the CEO of Abode Worldwide, a strategic public relations agency focused on raising the profile of transformative technology solutions across the global hospitality, lodging, and living sectors. Abode sits at the heart of the developing intersection between work, life and play in real estate and hospitality and partners with the brands playing a lead role in this transformation. A regular industry speaker, author, and adviser, Jessica is also the host of the Pillow Talk Sessions podcast and author of the upcoming book ‘Tech-enabled Hospitality - Strategies to Elevate Guest Experience and Operational Efficiencies’.

Haz Memon is a visionary in the coliving industry, and serves as the founder of Coliving Hub, an association of coliving operators. Through this platform, he not only raises awareness about the challenges faced by the industry but also actively shapes its future trajectory. As the cofounder of ESCAPE, one of Europe's first coliving brands, Haz has successfully established a network of coliving properties spanning across Greece and Switzerland. With 8 years of experience in Coliving, Haz wears multiple hats. Not only does he operate coliving spaces, but he also serves as a consultant for new operators, sharing his wealth of knowledge and insights. His passion for the industry is seen on international stages, inspiring others with his vision and expertise. Haz is committed to fostering communities, nurturing connections, and redefining the very concept of home in the digital age.

Ron has devoted his life to researching and teaching topics like senior housing and healthcare real estate finance, impact investing, business cases and asset management. His various accomplishments in the industry include fulfilling his roles as a Founder / Chief Executive Officer of MI, a Co-founder and Chair of the Senior Housing & Healthcare Association, a lecturer at Sociëteit Vastgoed Netwerk® (SVN) and Managing Editor of Real Asset Media Journal.