The Luxury People Podcast (LPP), presented by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), has become a respected platform for conversations with executives, innovators, and business leaders from across the global luxury industry.
Hosted by António Paraíso, an internationally recognised luxury strategist, author, and branding expert, each episode goes beyond a traditional interview to explore the leadership philosophies, business decisions, and personal experiences behind some of the world’s most respected luxury brands.
From hospitality and fashion to sustainability, technology, real estate, and entrepreneurship, the Luxury People Podcast offers listeners the opportunity to hear directly from the people leading organisations across the luxury sector.
A Year of Exceptional Conversations
Throughout 2026, the Luxury People Podcast welcomed an outstanding lineup of internationally respected executives, founders, and innovators from across the luxury ecosystem.
Featured guests included:
- Iyad Rasbey, Vice President of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
- Riccardo Pozzoli, Founder and Managing Partner of Hyle Consulting, and Creative Director for Persol Eyewear at EssilorLuxottica
- Michael Short, Senior Director of Global Marketing, Crestron Electronics
- Mic Adilardi, Director of Global Luxury & Lifestyle Sales at IHG Hotels & Resorts (The Americas)
- Álvaro Núñez Alfaro, Founder & CEO, Super Luxury Group
- Kassie Smith, Founder & CEO, KS Global
- Malek Semar, Founder, No Water No Us & Honorary WLCC Board Member
Together, these conversations explored topics including luxury branding, leadership, sustainability, guest experience, technological innovation, real estate, entrepreneurship, and the changing expectations of luxury consumers.
Each episode offers practical business insights while highlighting the values that continue to distinguish excellence across the luxury sector.
January to July 2026 Performance
The Luxury People Podcast continues to expand its international audience, connecting with luxury professionals and enthusiasts across multiple digital platforms.
January to July 2026
- 194,099 Total Reach
- 177,677 Instagram Reach
- 161,321 Instagram Video Views
- 10,893 LinkedIn Impressions
- 4,530 YouTube Impressions
- 137 Spotify Streams & Downloads
Source: WLCC internal analytics.
These figures reflect the growing appetite for thoughtful conversations that bring together experienced voices from across the global luxury industry.
Industry Leaders on the Luxury People Podcast
The impact of the Luxury People Podcast is perhaps best reflected by those who have experienced it firsthand.
Iyad Rasbey, Vice President of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, shared:
“It was an absolute pleasure to participate in the Luxury People Podcast by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce. It’s great to see such a global platform bringing together different industry perspectives and driving meaningful dialogue for the luxury community. I genuinely enjoyed the conversation with host António Paraíso, whose thoughtful and well-structured approach made the discussion highly relevant to today’s luxury travel landscape. Thank you to WLCC for the kind invitation and for creating such an engaging platform for industry voices.”
Likewise, Mic Adilardi, Director of Global Luxury & Lifestyle Sales at IHG Hotels & Resorts (The Americas), commented:
“The Luxury People Podcast is an exceptional platform for meaningful, high-level industry dialogue. My experience as a guest was seamless, engaging, and collaborative. The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce has built a brilliant space that successfully bridges the gap between heritage luxury principles and modern commercial innovation.”
These testimonials reflect the podcast’s purpose: creating conversations that educate, inspire, and encourage meaningful discussion across the global luxury community.
Why the Luxury People Podcast Matters
Bringing Together Luxury Leaders
The luxury industry grows through the exchange of ideas and shared experiences. The Luxury People Podcast provides a trusted platform where CEOs, founders, innovators, and industry experts discuss their careers, business strategies, and perspectives on the future of luxury.
Delivering Practical Business Insights
Each episode moves beyond personal stories to explore leadership, branding, customer experience, innovation, sustainability, and business growth. The result is a valuable resource for both established executives and professionals building their careers in luxury.
Exploring the Issues Influencing Luxury
Consumer expectations continue to change alongside advances in technology, sustainability, craftsmanship, and global business. The Luxury People Podcast examines these topics through conversations with the people working at the forefront of the industry.
Creating a Lasting Knowledge Resource
Every conversation adds to a growing library of insights from experienced luxury professionals. Whether you are an entrepreneur, executive, student, or industry enthusiast, the podcast provides valuable perspectives that remain relevant long after each episode is released.
More Than a Podcast
The Luxury People Podcast is more than a series of interviews. It is an educational platform that connects industries, cultures, and ideas.
Every episode offers an opportunity to discover how successful leaders think, make decisions, overcome challenges, and build brands that stand the test of time. Beyond discussing current industry developments, the conversations reveal the human stories behind successful businesses and the people leading them.
As the podcast continues to grow, its purpose remains the same: to educate, inspire, and connect the global luxury community through meaningful conversations.
Join the Conversation
Whether you are a luxury executive, entrepreneur, brand leader, or simply passionate about excellence, the Luxury People Podcast offers valuable perspectives from some of the industry’s most respected voices.
Hear directly from leaders across the global luxury industry. Watch the latest episodes on YouTube or listen on Spotify, and catch up on conversations you may have missed.
