Our Annual
Hospitality Trends Report
Now in its 17th edition, the annual Hospitality Trends Report, produced by af&co. and Carbonate, forecasts the biggest influences in food, beverage, hotels, travel, marketing, and social media that will shape the hospitality industry in 2025. The report provides actionable insights that inspire strategies for increasing relevance, capitalizing on trends, and boosting sales. An anticipated industry resource each year, the report is consistently cited by media outlets including The New York Times, Forbes, Nation’s Restaurant News, Better Homes & Gardens, Martha Stewart and many more.
Hungry for More?
Our Annual Trend Report is just the tip of the iceberg of the massive research our team undertakes. We created Insight Out to help keep your finger on the pulse in real time. As strategists, creatives, and marketers perpetually immersed in industry research and attuned to the zeitgeist, we track the shifts shaping hospitality long before they hit the mainstream. From spotting emerging social media movements, to analyzing broader cultural currents, we’re perpetually online, on the ground, and bubbling with ideas. We’re here to keep you in the loop and ahead of the curve, with the latest in hospitality and branding delivered straight to your inbox.
Our Charitable Partner
Our team presents our insights at various industry and corporate events throughout the year. Any fees from these presentations are donated to a selected charity. This year's partner is the CIA at Copia, a non-profit that supports future chefs through scholarships and education.
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