Category: Expert Articles & Interviews

Lara Besbrode, Managing Director and Founder of The Matchmaker UK, leads a bespoke matchmaking service focused on personalized, discreet introductions and relationship-oriented support. Recognized for its work in luxury bespoke matchmaking in the UK, the company approaches its service through careful client profiling, personal curation, and a dedicated matchmaking team. In conversation with the World […]

In this exclusive interview, World Luxury Chamber of Commerce speaks with Saturnino De Cecco, CEO of Hoverfly, following the company’s recognition as the 2026 Best Luxury Helicopter Service in Italy. Founded in 2009, Hoverfly specializes in tailor-made private helicopter transfers, serving leisure and business travelers across Italy and neighboring countries. Its operational model brings together […]

Lisa Black, Founder of L&L Proposals, leads a UK-based company specialising in bespoke marriage proposals, engagement celebrations, and destination weddings. Drawing on more than 29 years of experience in the wedding and events industry, she has developed an approach centred on personalisation, discretion, and carefully considered design. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the 2026 […]

Across real estate, hospitality, fragrance, architecture, fashion, media, wellness, and design, the conversations in Issue 6 of Luxury People Magazine point to a common conclusion: luxury is being measured less by excess and more by the value it creates. What makes something luxurious today? The answer once appeared relatively straightforward. Rarity, craftsmanship, heritage, exclusivity, exceptional […]

As Creative Director of HEAD Golf, Ka Ho brings technical performance and contemporary design into a wardrobe intended to work beyond the course. He discusses material innovation, travel as a creative influence, responsible production, and what a new generation of golfers expects from the brands they wear. Luxury People Magazine: HEAD Golf is bringing together […]

Op-Ed by Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics India is often presented to global luxury brands as a single, rapidly growing market. But that view misses one of the country’s biggest realities: India is a “mini Bharat” of distinct cultures, aspirations, lifestyles and consumption behaviours. From North to South and East to West, consumers […]

For Claudia Tresch, CEO of Private Fine Immobilien AG, luxury real estate begins with location but depends just as much on trust, discretion, and personal service. Drawing on more than two decades in the Swiss property market, she discusses what international buyers value, why Ticino continues to attract interest, and the importance of support that […]

Rachel Walsh has built her career across luxury, fashion, and sports lifestyle, and now leads Marketing & Communications for Moët Hennessy UK & Ireland. She speaks to Luxury People Magazine about earning attention, finding an authentic place in culture, and why the smallest brand details can leave the greatest impression. Luxury People Magazine: Rachel, you’ve […]

Casablanca at Sandy Lane, offers a distinctive approach to luxury hospitality, combining the privacy of an exclusive estate with personalized service and an authentic connection to Barbados. Founded by Evlyn Mondo, the property reflects a philosophy centered on thoughtful experiences, local culture, and refined comfort. In this conversation with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, […]

Mohamed Borghol, CEO & Founder of Airport Passes – Meet & Greet Services, joins an executive conversation with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce. As a Professional Member of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, Airport Passes is part of a global network of luxury leaders committed to advancing strategic dialogue, collaboration, and excellence across the industry.  World Luxury […]

Op-Ed by Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics For years, the playbook for luxury brands entering or expanding in India has been remarkably consistent: focus on the Big Six cities – Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, and Hyderabad. These metropolitan markets have long been seen as the country’s primary engines of wealth, international exposure, […]

Mahe Haroutinian, General Manager of Karma Resort, joins the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, for a conversation on boutique hospitality, personalized guest experiences, and leadership in luxury tourism. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the Best Luxury Beachfront Boutique Hotel in Thailand for 2026, Karma Resort reflects a boutique philosophy centered on thoughtful service, refined accommodations, and meaningful guest connections. […]

Professor Dr. Carlos Van Mieghem is the founder and director of Sana Medical®, a Belgium-based concierge medicine practice dedicated to delivering highly personalized, physician-led healthcare. An internationally respected cardiologist, researcher, and lifestyle medicine advocate, he combines decades of expertise in interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, intensive care medicine, and preventive healthcare. His work is driven by […]

Bassam Ammar, General Manager of Conrad Jabal Omar Makkah, in Conversation with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, for a conversation following the hotel’s recognition by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as Best Luxury Family Hotel in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The discussion explores leadership, guest experience, and the maintenance of consistent hospitality standards in one of the […]

Georgios Kasmirlis, CEO of Castello Hotels Group, has built a hospitality portfolio guided by authentic service, thoughtful design, and a deep connection to Crete. As Castello Infinity Suites has been recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards, the property reflects a contemporary approach to luxury that prioritizes personalized experiences and lasting guest relationships. In conversation with the World Luxury Chamber […]

For Vanessa Fukunaga, Owner, President & CEO of Engel & Völkers Snell Real Estate, and Owner & CEO of Ocean Blue World, luxury is defined by the quality of relationships, not the price of a product. As Ocean Blue Magazine begins its collaboration with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce as an official media partner, […]

Achilleas Koukkos, Co-Founder of VILLABEAT, leads a company dedicated to delivering personalized luxury villa experiences across Greece through carefully curated properties and bespoke concierge services. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as the Best Luxury Private Villa Experience in Greece, 2026, VILLABEAT has established a reputation for combining local expertise with high standards of hospitality. In conversation with World Luxury Chamber […]

Hani T. Gharbawi, Founder of Nauti Marine Experiences, speaks with the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce about the company’s approach to marine hospitality in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards as Best Luxury Marine Experience in Saudi Arabia, Nauti Marine Experiences offers fully serviced luxury pontoon trips with curated onboard amenities and an […]

By Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics India’s luxury market is undergoing a profound generational transformation. According to BCG and Snapchat, Gen Z-driven spending in India is expected to reach nearly USD 2 trillion by 2035, meaning that every second rupee spent in the country could come from a Gen Z consumer. Already contributing […]

Dionissia Leschopoulou, CEO and Founder of Athenian Yachts, leads a company established in 1980 and recognized in Athens, Greece, in the category of Best Luxury Full-Service Yacht Company. In conversation with World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, she reflects on the company’s role in Greek yachting, its approach to full-service client experiences, and its recognition by […]

WLCC TOP Luxury Speaker of the World 2025 and 2026, Abhay Gupta, releases a new white paper examining the strategic divide that artificial intelligence is creating across the global luxury industry, and what it means for brands, leaders, and educators navigating the AI era. The luxury industry has reached an inflection point. After decades of […]

Image credits: Silvia Contu Award-winning Italian interior designer Gaetano La Vigna, founder of GLV Design, shares how more than three decades of international experience have influenced his approach to luxury interiors. He discusses Italian craftsmanship, technology, hospitality design, and why thoughtful design continues to matter in an increasingly digital world. World Luxury Chamber of Commerce: […]

By Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics According to the Bain & Company Report, in 2022, 95 percent of all luxury brands grew. In 2025, only 40% to 45% of brands reported positive revenue growth. Shockingly, the industry lost 20 million customers between 2024 and 2025, after having lost 50 million over the previous […]

The first half of 2026 has provided no shortage of insight into the forces influencing luxury, wealth, travel, real estate, and consumer behavior. Across the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) platform, thousands of industry professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers have turned to independent reports to better understand where luxury markets are heading and […]