From Sustainability to Systemic Resilience
HOSTED BY ACCOR · FOUNDING STRATEGIC PARTNER
30 Years of Systemic Change
The World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance is the leading global body uniting the hospitality industry around a shared sustainability agenda — moving beyond compliance to regenerative, net-positive impact.
"We are entering a new era — one where hospitality does not merely reduce its harm, but actively regenerates the systems it depends upon."
WSHA Global Team — Net-Positive Hospitality Launch
The Industry We Serve
Representing 66,000+ hotels and 8 million rooms across every major market on earth.
Net Positive Hospitality Framework
Net Positive Hospitality Framework
Universal standard built on the 4Ps: Planet, People, Places, Prosperity — integrated with Universal KPIs and HCMI/HWMI measurement.
Vera-FY Certification
Digital verification architecture enabling hotels to measure, benchmark, and certify sustainability performance through accredited third-party bodies.
WSHA Academy
27 SCORM-compliant training modules delivering workforce sustainability education at scale across major international chains.
Communities of Practice
Two active circles — Social Impact & Equity and Net Positive Climate — running 12-session annual collaborative programmes.
San Antonio 2024
The WSHA Global Summit in San Antonio brought together 200+ hospitality leaders to launch the Net-Positive Hospitality framework — watch the highlights from this landmark event.
WSHA Global Summit — San Antonio, Texas · Net-Positive Hospitality Framework Launch
San Antonio marked a turning point — the moment our industry moved from sustainability as a cost to sustainability as a competitive advantage.
WSHA Global Team — Net-Positive Hospitality Launch
The next chapter begins in Paris
Join Paris 2026
The Global Summit
Three days of immersive dialogue, strategic partnership, and transformative action at the heart of Europe.
Where Commitments Become Contracts
250+ CEOs, investors and innovators converging to sign binding sustainability pledges and deploy systemic solutions at scale.
The Hospitality Industry
Is at a Turning Point
2026 marks the halfway point of the UN Decade of Action. Hospitality — representing 1% of global GDP and 1 in 10 jobs worldwide — can no longer defer. Three forces are converging simultaneously.
Regulatory Pressure
EU CSRD, SFDR, and SEC climate disclosure rules are forcing hospitality to embed sustainability into core financial reporting.
Investor Expectations
ESG-linked financing, green bonds, and sustainability-linked loans are reshaping capital allocation across the sector.
Consumer Demand
Travellers increasingly select accommodation based on verified sustainability credentials, driving competitive differentiation.
Accor Arena
Paris, Bercy
One of Europe's most iconic venues — the Accor Arena in the heart of Paris's Bercy district. A world-class stage for world-changing conversations, steps from the Seine and surrounded by 5-star Accor properties.
Main event hall — full conference setup
Plenary stage — world-class production
VIP lounge & networking spaces
Iconic interior — 20,000 capacity arena
Experience the Arena
Watch: Accor Arena Paris — Official Video
Official video of the iconic Bercy venue
Accor Arena · 8 Boulevard de Bercy, 75012 Paris
Summit Architecture
Three days of structured dialogue, strategic partnership, and transformative action — designed to move the industry from intention to systemic impact.
Foundations & Frameworks
- 09:00 Opening Ceremony & Welcome Address
- 10:30 State of the Industry: Net Positive Progress Report
- 12:00 The Regulatory Horizon: CSRD, SFDR & Beyond
- 14:00 Solution Marketplace Opens
Innovation & Acceleration
- 09:00 Thematic Track: Climate & Net Zero Pathways
- 09:00 Thematic Track: Social Impact & Equity
- 11:00 Innovation Pitch: Top 10 Sustainability Solutions
- 14:00 Vera-FY Certification: Scaling Verified Impact
Commitment & Legacy
- 09:00 Paris Declaration: Industry Commitments 2030
- 10:30 Finance & Investment Forum
- 12:00 Alliance Annual General Meeting
- 14:00 Co-creation Labs: Post-Summit Action Plans
What Moves Through the Summit
Why Partner with WSHA
This is not a conference sponsorship. It is a strategic investment in the most influential sustainability platform in global hospitality.
Unrivalled Access
Direct engagement with 250+ C-suite leaders, investors, and policymakers who control the industry's sustainability agenda.
Narrative Leadership
Position your organisation at the forefront of the net-positive transition — shaping the conversation, not just attending it.
Verified Credibility
Association with the Alliance's rigorous, science-based frameworks lends institutional weight to your sustainability commitments.
Deal Flow & Partnerships
Curated matchmaking with Alliance members, investors, and solution providers creates tangible commercial outcomes.
12-Month Visibility
Strategic Partner status extends beyond the Summit — your brand is embedded in Alliance communications throughout the year.
Legacy Impact
Co-author the Paris Declaration and contribute to binding industry commitments that shape policy and investment for a decade.
Why Partner with WSHA
Digital & Media Amplification
"Why Paris. Why Now."
2026 marks the halfway point of the UN Decade of Action. The Paris Summit is the industry's collective response.
Join the Transformation
Sponsorship packages designed for visionary partners. All tiers are subject to customisation — multi-year commitments, combined tier packages, and bespoke activation concepts are available.
Strategic Partner
Own the flagship narrative of the Summit
- Opening Keynote speaking slot
- Premium exhibition stand (prime position)
- VIP + curated matchmaking with all attendees
- Flagship Narrative — brand woven into Summit's core storyline
- Logo on all Summit communications and press materials
- Dedicated content partnership (co-branded research or report)
- 12-month visibility across Alliance digital channels
- Post-Summit lead report with attendee insights
Programme Partner
Lead a thematic track and shape the agenda
- Session Leadership — moderate or keynote a thematic track
- Standard exhibition stand
- Curated matchmaking with selected attendees
- Logo on programme materials and session branding
- Post-Summit lead report with attendee insights
- 6-month digital visibility across Alliance channels
Innovation Partner
Showcase your solution to 250+ decision-makers
- Pitch Session — present to the full Summit audience
- Marketplace exhibition stand
- Inclusion in the Solution Marketplace directory
- Logo on Summit website and event signage
- Post-Summit impact report
Celebration Partner
Host the Gala Dinner and create an unforgettable evening
- Exclusive branding of the Gala Celebration Dinner
- VIP hosting rights and welcome address
- Premium branding at the dinner venue
- Photography and media coverage of the evening
- Association with the Summit's most prestigious social moment
Supporting Partner
Visible brand presence across the Summit
- Logo on Summit website and event signage
- Brand visibility in the delegate pack and event programme
- Networking access at all Summit sessions
- Inclusion in post-Summit communications
Award Category Sponsor
Naming rights to a specific award category at the Gala Dinner
- Naming rights to a specific award category
- Logo placement on the award presentation
- 2 delegate passes
Limited Availability
To protect exclusivity and ensure every partner receives meaningful engagement, we are limiting participation to a maximum of 2 Strategic Partners, 4 Programme Partners, 6 Innovation Partners, 2 Celebration Partners, and 8 Supporting Partners. Positions will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ready to Lead the Transformation?
Join visionary partners shaping the future of sustainable hospitality. The Paris 2026 Global Summit is not a sponsorship opportunity — it is an investment in systemic change.
Express Interest
Reply to this prospectus or contact our partnerships team directly to indicate your preferred tier and any customisation requirements.
Discovery Call
We will arrange a 30-minute call to discuss your objectives, explore activation options, and tailor a partnership package to your needs.
Agreement & Activation
Upon confirmation, your sponsorship activates immediately with branding, content, and engagement opportunities rolling out across the Alliance's ecosystem.
