"We aim to build an inspiring community that connects people through world-class online platforms and events."
Challenging the status-quo
Engage - Educate - Inspire - Inform
International Hospitality Media is the premier specialist in online publishing; conference, exhibition and events, and advisory services for the hospitality and real estate industry.
The company publishes four industry-leading B2B websites -BoutiqueHotelNews.com, ServicedApartmentNews.com, ShortTermRentalz.com which keep our audiences engaged with the latest news, comment and opinion. UrbanLiving.News, focuses on the future of urban development and the increasing convergence of asset classes including hospitality, coliving, BTR, PBSA, flexible workspace and senior living.
Our editorial team are the eyes and ears of the industry, delivering exclusive insights, breaking news, and commentary:
George Sell, Editor-in-Chief, Urban Living News & Serviced Apartment News – Connect with George
Eloise Hanson, Editor, Boutique Hotel News & Serviced Apartment News – Connect with Eloise
Priya Khaira, Editor, Short Term Rentalz – Connect with Priya
Meet our editors - industry insiders in the know
Our conference experience spans four continents and are renowned for their intense focus and attract quality industry leaders, brands and independents, providing unparalleled networking and learning opportunities.
We host bespoke 'Feed Your Mind' educational events that bring owners, operators and investors together and position sponsor brands as thought leaders, designed to engage new business opportunities and lasting business relationships.
We also host bespoke 1/2 Day events (Urban Living Insights) for urban innovators and investors at the cutting edge of contemporary hospitality, real estate and living. As part of the dynamic nature of the Urban Living Festival and the subject matters across the converging hospitality and real estate assets classes – we ensure to keep ahead of the trends and on the pulse to host a series of focused 1/2 day events across the year, in addition to the main festival of ideas in July.
The editorial team has delivered over 500+ webinars and podcasts, reaching an engaged audience of around 35,000 industry professionals. These sessions go deep on timely challenges, trends, and opportunities, featuring curated panels of expert voices. They’re insightful, energetic, and essential listening.
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Discover Our Brands
Boutique Hotel News is the only online hotel news and networking resource for boutique and lifestyle properties.
Serviced Apartment News is the only online news and networking resource for the serviced apartment, extended stay and aparthotel sector.
Serviced Apartment News is the only online news and networking resource for the serviced apartment, extended stay and aparthotel sector.
Urban Living News focuses on the future of urban development and the increasing convergence of asset classes including hospitality, coliving, BTR, PBSA, flexible workspace and senior living.
ELOISE HANSON
eloise@internationalhospitality.media
Eloise is a respected thought leader within hospitality. A trained multimedia journalist and expert conference, awards, webinar and podcast host. She writes BHN’s breaking news and comment and contributes to the weekly e-newsletter and monthly features.
George SELL
george@internationalhospitality.media
George is the editor of Urban Living News, and editor-in-chief at IHM. With a background in both b2b and b2c journalism, George specializes in property, travel and hospitality. He has edited and written for a wide range of publications.
ELOISE HANSON
eloise@internationalhospitality.media
Eloise is a respected thought leader within hospitality. A trained multimedia journalist and expert conference, awards, webinar and podcast host. She writes BHN’s breaking news and comment and contributes to the weekly e-newsletter and monthly features.
Priya KHAIRA
priya@internationalhospitality.media
Priya is the editor of ShortTermRentalz.com. as a multimedia journalist, Priya provides all the latest news, opinion and insights across the global short-term/vacation rental industry.
George SELL
george@internationalhospitality.media
George is the editor-in-chief at IHM. With a background in both b2b and b2c journalism, George specializes in property, travel and hospitality. He has edited and written for a wide range of publications.
Discover our upcoming webinars
Discover our upcoming webinars
Hosted by BHN editor Eloise Hanson, our webinar series is designed for owners, operators, investors, developers and service providers within the hotel space.
No cost to join and designed to encourage participants to think differently as we look to the future; with thought-provoking discussions, debates, and live Q&As with industry leaders and innovators.
Example of a webinar hosted by Eloise HANSON.
Join the 1000’s of serviced apartment industry leaders addressing the latest trends, innovations and challenges in the burgeoning sector.
No cost to join and designed to encourage participants to think differently as we look to the future; with thought-provoking discussions, debates, live Q&As with industry leaders and innovators.
Example of a webinar hosted by George SELL.
Join the thousands of short-term rental industry thought leaders addressing the latest trends, innovations and challenges in this burgeoning sector.
It’s no cost to join and is designed to encourage participants to think differently as we look to the future, with thought-provoking discussions, debates, and live Q&As with industry leaders and innovators.
Example of a webinar hosted by Priya KHAIRA.
Hosted by George Sell, editor – Urban Living News. Our Urban Living webinar series has already attracted 15,000+ engaged owners, operators, investors, developers and service providers within: hotels, serviced apartments / aparthotels, BTR / student housing, co-living, hostels, short term rentals, proptech and co-working.
No cost to join and designed to encourage participants to think differently the sessions look to the future with thought-provoking discussions, debates, live Q&As with industry leaders and innovators as we collectively look to rebound from the downturn.
Example of a webinar hosted by George SELL.
Our Podcasts
Join Boutique Hotel News’ regular podcast series as we engage with thought leaders from the global boutique, luxury and lifestyle hotel market.
Join Serviced Apartment News’ regular podcast series as we engage with thought leaders from the global serviced apartment, aparthotel and extended stay market.
In the Urban Living podcast, IHM editor-in-chief George Sell, talks to leading figures from across the spectrum of hospitality and real estate asset classes. The sessions will focus on the evolving ways in which people, stay, live and work, and will cover operations, development, investment, technology, marketing, distribution and more.
Join Short Term Rentalz’ regular podcast series as we engage with thought leaders from the global short term vacation rental industry, including operators, service providers and property managers. Our latest series is sponsored by Track – part of TravelNet Solutions.
Conferences and Exhibitions
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The Shortyz London 2026
Short Term Rentalz will host the seventh annual ‘Shortyz’ Short Term Rental Awards, at The Westin London City on 21st April 2026. The Shortyz aim to recognise excellence among industry peers, highlight innovation and industry best practice, reward achievement and celebrate start-up technology, as the sector evolves.
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Serviced Apartment Awards London 2026
Step into a night where the spotlight shines on the very best in the serviced apartment, aparthotel, extended stay, and short-term rental sectors. Now in its eleventh year, the Serviced Apartment Awards, presented by Serviced Apartment News, remain the industry’s definitive celebration of achievement and innovation.
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Urban Living Festival London 2026
The only leadership and investment event for urban innovators and investors at the cutting edge of contemporary hospitality, real estate and living.
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Short Term Rentalz Summit London 2025
The Short Term Rentalz (STRZ) Summit is the premier thought leadership event dedicated to short-term rentals, hosted by Priya Khaira,
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Our Team
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Piers BROWN
CEO
Piers plays an active role in the growth and strategic direction of the company and hosts the largest gathering of high level industry professionals at annual awards and conferences. He holds an MBA, ISMM and IDM Diplomas. He has also held senior positions in the national media and retail industries.
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George SELL
Editor-in-Chief
George is editor of Urban Living News and oversees the editorial direction of Boutique Hotel News, Serviced Apartment News, and Short Term Rentalz. He has more than 15 years' experience as a hospitality, property and travel journalist. He regularly contributes to a wide range of b2b and b2c international publications and websites. He also helps plan and programme the IHM event agendas and is the head judge for the Serviced Apartment Awards.
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Eloise HANSON
Editor - Hospitality
Eloise joined IHM in September 2019 as reporter for Boutique Hotel News and was promoted to editor - hospitality in July 2023, overseeing BHN and its sister website Serviced Apartment News. She broadly covers the global boutique, lifestyle and luxury hotel industry, as well as serviced apartments, aparthotels and corporate travel. As a multimedia journalist, Eloise contributes to daily news articles, a weekly e-newsletter and monthly features, in addition to each brand’s podcast and webinar series.
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Katie HOUGHTON
VP Global Partnerships - Hospitality
Katie joined International Hospitality Media (IHM) in 2016 as Head of Sales, initially focusing on the original flagship brands in IHM's portfolio: Boutique Hotel News and Serviced Apartment News. Over time, she collaborated closely with Piers Brown and George Sell to successfully launch two additional brands, Short Term Rentalz and Urban Living News, expanding the portfolio to cover broader aspects of hospitality and real estate.
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Priya KHAIRA
Editor - Short Term Rentals
Priya has joined the IHM team as Editor of Short Term Rentalz. She holds an MA in International Journalism and has a background in business, education and retail journalism. With her experience in B2B editorial content, Priya demonstrates passion and excitement for the industry and is looking forward to working with colleagues, clients and the wider short term rental industry.
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Sam COOPER
Head of Growth
Sam has enjoyed several years in sales, demonstrating a genuine passion for the field. With an MSc in Entrepreneurship and Innovation from Royal Holloway University, he has developed a strong ability to explore innovative approaches to achieving his goals, both professionally and personally. Outside of work, Sam stays active by keeping fit and has a keen interest in football.
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Meg RAPLEY
Marketing and Events Manager
Meg creates dynamic marketing campaigns and thought leadership events for IHM. She graduated from Wingate University in America, where she earned a degree in Marketing while on a full scholarship for competitive Track and Field. Passionate about staying active, Meg recently completed a marathon just for fun - check out her Strava for proof! She loves traveling and exploring new places.
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Tessa LEUTY
Marketing and Events Executive
Tessa develops campaigns and delivers industry-leading events for IHM. She graduated from McGill University with a degree in Economics before completing a Master’s in Strategic Marketing at Imperial College London. Having lived, studied, and worked internationally, she brings a global perspective, creativity, and adaptability to her work.
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Mark HARRIS
Head of Research
Mark Harris joins IHM as Head of Research after thirty years in the business travel industry. He combines this new role with being owner and director of content marketing consultancy Travel Intelligence Network (TIN). A specialist in the corporate and extended stay market, Mark is known for multi award-winning projects including the Global Serviced Apartment Industry Report (2008 – date), 80+ white papers, and for hosting industry events including the Serviced Apartment Awards.
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Tom THIERRY
Graphic Designer
Originally from France, I hold a degree in Sport Management with a minor in Design from Wingate University, NC, where I also competed nationally in cross-country. I have a strong passion for creativity, with a particular interest in branding, design, and digital culture. Since a young age, I’ve developed skills in video editing, graphic design, and storytelling through both academic and personal projects. Outside of work, I enjoy running, travelling, and creating community-focused, performance-driven initiatives.
Meet our former interns
Every kind of talent is celebrated and nurtured here. We believe in teamwork that transcends location, where each and every one of us is playing a part in driving our business forward. But,what our previous interns say?
“I am very grateful I had the opportunity to work with IHM and its incredible team.”
Brooke BYRNE
“My internship was incredibly educational and IHM was very welcoming! ”
Lacie CARR
“It was an amazing experience. I learned more about marketing in these five months than I have in the two years of my studies so far.”
Loïs HULSMAN
“It was an incredible experience where I gained extensive knowledge about events and marketing, leading me to extend my stay”
Emilia LEE
“IHM has given me the opportunity to learn new skills and has given me a great kickstart to my career.”
Justin NIEROP
“My time at IHM was both fun and educational. The team was supportive, and I learned a lot from them.”
Rubi BOEIJEN
“Interning at IHM has shown me that my degree is versatile across many industries and has taught me the value of cross-cultural experience. These insights have pushed me to think more ambitiously about where my career can go and the kind of impact I want to make.”
Elena TERZIC
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