Skål Northeast Regional Meeting – October 28 & 29, 2025

Skål International Northeast Regional Meeting
October 28–29, 2025 – New York JFK Marriott

Join fellow Skålleagues from across the Northeast for two days of networking, leadership, and celebration at the Marriott New York JFK Airport.

Event Highlights

• Kickoff Oktoberfest Kickoff Party (sponsored by Skål Long Island)
  Tuesday, October 28, 6:00–8:30 PM
  A lively evening of brats, sauerkraut, festive menu, and live band entertainment. Members from Skål New York will also join in the celebration.

• Northeast Regional Leadership Meeting
  Wednesday, October 29, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  A full day of focus groups, leadership discussions, and networking, with special speakers to be announced. Breakfast, lunch, and snack breaks included.

Recently confirmed speakers: Thierry Dumoulin, Director of Marketing for the Port of New York and New Jersey, will share updates on upcoming investments and infrastructure improvements across NYC and the metro region. Attendees will also receive exclusive access to the 10-year outlook report being released later this year.

Additional featured speakers include:

• Dr. Bing Pan, Professor of Recreation, Park and Tourism Management, Penn State University

• Dr. Youcheng Wang, Award-winning Chair Professor, Rosen College of Hospitality Management, University of Central Florida

(Presentations will be virtual.)

Hotel Accommodations and Parking

Skål NY has secured through Mark Irgang, Skål USA President, a special M Club Level rate of $159/night (normally $359 per night). This includes:

• Upgraded room with enhanced amenities
• Access to the exclusive M Club Lounge
• Breakfast (non-hotel attendees will also be welcomed to breakfast on October 29 by arrangement)

Valet & Parking is complimentary for all attendees — a savings of $35–$55 per day.

TICKETS

Click “Purchase Tickets” below to be taken to our ticketing page. There, you can choose which event(s) you’d like to attend and select the number of tickets you need.