Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo 2025

Join NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers at OHI’s Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) 2025! Taking place November 10–12 at the Kentucky International Convention Center in Louisville, KY, this premier industry event is celebrated for its unmatched networking opportunities and forward-thinking professional development sessions, including an economic outlook presentation from our firm’s managing broker, Bob Kaplan. Named as one of Trade Show Magazine’s “Top 50” trade shows, OHCE provides an ideal setting for businesses to learn, connect, and grow. Visit NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers at Booth #273 or reach out to schedule a time to meet with one of our experienced brokers.

Why Attend The Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo 2025

Attendees of OHCE can look forward to gaining insights from top industry experts, building meaningful connections with peers, and discovering the latest products and services shaping outdoor hospitality. The event’s dedicated networking spaces make it easy for professionals to connect and collaborate, fostering a strong sense of community. On the expo floor, visitors will find a wide range of innovative goods and services designed to support outdoor hospitality businesses. With numerous engaging sessions tailored to industry professionals, OHCE offers an invaluable—and enjoyable—experience for everyone in attendance.

Schedule At A Glance (all times in ET)

Sunday, November 9th, 2025

1:00 PM – 7:00 PM REGISTRATION OPEN
2:00 PM – 6:30 PM Prospective Owners’ Workshop
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Meet, Greet, and GO!

Monday, November 10th, 2025

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM O-hi! Coffee Conversation
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM Welcome to OHCE 2025! | Keynote
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM Campfire Session | Region – Central
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM Campfire Session | Region – Northeast
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM Campfire Session | Region – Northwest
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM Campfire Session | Region – Southeast
9:45 AM – 10:45 AM Campfire Session | Region – Southwest
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Campfire Session | Role – Front Desk / Guest Experience
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Campfire Session | Role – Managers
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Campfire Session | Role – Owners
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM Turn AI into NOI: Future-Proof Your Park with AI Agents, MCPs, and Business Intelligence
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM Celebrate Innovation: The OHI Awards of Excellence Luncheon
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Mastering the Essentials: Small Wins That Make a Big Impact
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Economic Forecast for the Outdoor Hospitality Industry: A review of industry and economic trends (with Bob Kaplan of NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Law & Order: Campground Edition — Bulletproof Your Business
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM SEO, Search & AI: The New Playbook for Campgrounds in Today’s Evolving Landscape
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Campfire Session | Size – Large & Mega Park Challenges & Ideas
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Campfire Session | Size – Medium Park Challenges & Ideas
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Campfire Session | Size – Small Park Challenges & Ideas
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Campfire Session | Type – Multi-Park Owner Challenges & Ideas
3:15 PM – 4:30 PM Campfire Session | Type – Prospective Owners
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM Exhibitor Reception! PLUS Marketing Strategies to Effectively Reach Campground Owners
4:45 PM – 5:45 PM Campfire Session | Intro to OHI 20 Groups
4:45 PM – 5:45 PM From Check-In to Checkout: Tying Operations to Ancillary Revenue Streams
4:45 PM – 5:45 PM Rooted & Resilient: Eco-Smart Design for Next-Gen Campground Development
4:45 PM – 5:45 PM Wi-Fi Wins: Turning Broadband into Profit at Your RV Park
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM The Race is On Welcome Reception

Tuesday, November 11th, 2025

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM O-hi! Coffee Conversation
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Digital Defenders: Keeping Your Campground (and Guests!) Safe in Cyberspace
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Making the Best of the Worst: Turning Guest Issues into Opportunities
10:00 AM – 11:15 AM Future Focused: Trends & Insights that Drive Outdoor Hospitality Forward
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM OHI Young Professionals Annual Meeting
11:30 AM – 6:00 PM The OHCE Expo! Come visit our team at Booth #273
12:00 PM – 12:20 PM Manage Your Business Effectively: Long-Term Management Strategies
1:00 PM – 1:20 PM Broadband Wi-Fi; Latest Trends and Revenue Generation
1:00 PM – 1:20 PM RV Electric Basics
2:00 PM – 2:20 PM From Clicks to Campfires
2:00 PM – 2:20 PM Revenue Management with AI
3:00 PM – 3:20 PM 12 Month Econ Outlook: where is the Economy going over next 12 months?
3:00 PM – 3:20 PM How to Write Press Releases That Highlight What Makes You Unique
4:00 PM – 4:20 PM AI Employees for Outdoor Hospitality Properties
5:00 PM – 5:20 PM Dangers of Electrical Surges and Protecting Your Campground
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Get It Together: Streamline Your Operations with Systems, Checklists & Tools that Work!
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Keep More, Stress Less: Outdoor Hospitality Tax Planning Foundations to Increase your Returns
5:00 PM – 5:20 PM Safeguarding Your Wealth: Asset Protection Tools for Campground Owners
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM The Future of Camping: What Millions of Campers Are Telling Us — and What It Means for Campgrounds Today
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Keys to Success: A Dueling Pianos Reception with Campspot
8:30 PM – 11:30 PM OHI Young Professionals Networking Reception

Wednesday, November 12th, 2025

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM OHI 2025 Year in Review & Looking Ahead | Annual Breakfast Meeting
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM The OHCE Expo – Mimosas, Muffins and Making Deals! Come visit our team at Booth #273
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Fueling Growth: Financial Products Every Outdoor Operator Should Know
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Recreation Remix: Fresh Ideas to Amp Up Guest Engagement with Rec, Amenities & Activities
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Results Based Marketing: Spend Smarter & Market Better
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM The Business of Dark Skies: Why Stargazing Sells
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM The ROI of Your Time: Outsourcing and Third-Party Management Demystified
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Delivering Superhero Service! Your Ultimate Business Superpower
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Reinventing Your Park: How AI Can Boost Profits, Streamline Ops, and Wow Guests
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Unlocking Revenue Potential: Advanced Strategies for Reporting, Analysis, and Driving Growth
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM What’s It Worth? Maximizing Value Before You Exit
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch, Lemonade & Legislative Progress: Advocacy in Action for Outdoor Hospitality
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Magnetize Your Market: Understanding & Reaching Ideal Guests
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Watt’s the Problem? Tackling Electrical Infrastructure challenges at your park… Pedestals, Metering & More
2:15 PM – 5:00 PM The Outdoor Hospitality Innovator’s Summit (Hosted by Storable | Newbook)
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM Beyond the Basics: Park Expansion Through Purposeful Design and Scalable Strategies that Drive Profit
2:15 PM – 3:30 PM Content Creation for the Campground Experience: Social Media Made Simple, Effective & Totally Doable
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM Merch Magic: Using Data to Turn Browsers into Buyers in your Park’s Retail Store
3:45 PM – 5:15 PM From Dirt to Done: A Real-World, Large-Park Campground Development Case Study
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM Harnessing Influencers and Social Media to Boost Brand Awareness & Site Revenue
3:45 PM – 5:00 PM Power-Up Your People: Building a Dream Team of Superheroes to create WOW Experiences
3:45 PM – 4:45 PM Waste Not! Smart Wastewater Solutions for Camping Venues
5:30 PM – 7:30 PM The Velvet Lounge Closing Reception

We Hope To See You There!

The Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo is an exceptional opportunity to connect, learn, and fully engage with the outdoor hospitality industry. This thoughtfully organized event offers the resources, insights, and services professionals need to succeed—all set against the backdrop of beautiful downtown Louisville and the welcoming OHCE community. Our team at NAI Outdoor Hospitality Brokers looks forward to reconnecting with familiar faces and meeting new ones at OHCE 2025, taking place November 10–12 at the Kentucky International Convention Center.