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Industry Experts Seek Collaboration In Bay Area Hospitality Crisis

San Francisco’s recovery will require collaboration between hospitality, retail, office owners, and civic leaders, according to experts at the Bisnow Bay Area Hospitality, Retail, and Restaurants Conference last week. Panelists, including Julie Purnell of Flynn Properties and David Kuperberg of Hyatt, emphasized that a unified approach is key to addressing challenges like lagging business travel and struggling tourist areas like Union Square. Despite ongoing hurdles, such as rising insurance costs and retail difficulties, there is optimism around converting properties and reinvigorating neighborhoods through partnerships and innovative initiatives.