Category: WLCC News & Updates
Sep 18, 2026
WLCC Members Connect at Maison&Objet Pulse in ParisMaison&Objet Pulse in Paris brought together not only leading names in design and interiors, but also members of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce community. Held from 10 to 14 September 2026, the international design fair was an official WLCC partner event, giving Chamber members access to the show and its VIP programme. During the […]
Sep 16, 2026
WLCC Announces Its Inaugural TOP Luxury Business Education SelectionThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) has announced the inaugural TOP Luxury Business Education 2026, a new WLCC Selection recognizing leading universities and business schools for the strength and relevance of their luxury-focused programs. Published in September 2026, the selection brings together institutions from around the world that are contributing to the education of […]
Sep 14, 2026
Alexander Chetchikov on the Cannes Yachting Festival: 10 Key ObservationsAlexander Chetchikov, President of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, shares his personal observations from this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival, from changing buyer behaviour and new ownership models to the wider business opportunities surrounding the yachting industry. After visiting the Cannes Yachting Festival this year, I came away with several observations that went beyond the […]
Sep 11, 2026
WLCC Leadership Lounge: Designing Emotion with Hayley HinesWhat makes a luxury experience truly memorable? This question shaped the latest WLCC Leadership Lounge, featuring Hayley Hines, Founder of Soul Sparkle Living™, International Speaker, Luxury Travel and Experience Design Advisor, and Luxury Wellness Consultant. The session brought together nearly 30 participants from across the global luxury industry for a fireside conversation followed by WLCC’s […]
Sep 10, 2026
WLCC Luxury Intelligence: Connecting the Research and Expertise Behind LuxuryThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is expanding its WLCC Luxury Intelligence initiative, creating a central hub for trusted research, market insights and expert perspectives from across the international luxury industry. The initiative brings together intelligence from leading research firms, consultancies, associations and institutions, alongside contributions from individual experts, analysts, authors, executives, speakers and […]
Sep 9, 2026
World Luxury Day Expands the Celebration with the Month of LuxuryWorld Luxury Day on October 8 marks the start of the Month of Luxury, a month dedicated to celebrating the people, craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation behind luxury. Throughout October, brands, creators, and communities worldwide are invited to take part through events, experiences, and special initiatives that bring the Month of Luxury to life. Established by […]
Sep 8, 2026
BB Boutique & Co. Joins World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, Shaping Luxury Through ScentBB Boutique & Co. has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, bringing a distinctive understanding of how fragrance can shape the experience of luxury through atmosphere, memory, ritual, and the relationship between scent and space. Founded by Latia Nelson, Spatial Fragrance Design Expert, BB Boutique & Co. is the world’s first Gullah-Geechee-founded luxury fragrance house. The house works […]
Sep 8, 2026
Luxury Table Society Joins the World Luxury Chamber of CommerceLuxury Table Society has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, bringing a specialized authority in French luxury tableware and art de la table to the Chamber’s international network. Founded by Clotilde Germain and based in France, the independent platform connects international luxury audiences with French craftsmanship, table culture, and savoir-faire through editorial expertise, curated […]
Sep 4, 2026
Transforming the People Behind Luxury ServiceLuxury brands have spent decades perfecting the client experience. From meticulously designed environments and exceptional products to carefully developed service standards, significant investment goes into ensuring every interaction reflects the brand. Yet Diamond Edge Consulting’s Certified Luxury Transformation Professional™ (CLTP) certification asks a different question: who is investing in the people creating those experiences? Created […]
Sep 3, 2026
From AI Ambition to Execution: HUMANEDGE Online for Leadership TeamsArtificial intelligence has moved rapidly from an emerging technology to a strategic priority for organisations worldwide. Yet for leadership teams, the real challenge is no longer simply understanding what AI can do. It is turning that potential into meaningful action and measurable business results. HUMANEDGE Online: AI Execution for Leadership Teams is designed to address […]
Sep 2, 2026
Luxury People Magazine Issue 6 Has Arrived, With a Big Question for LuxuryIssue 6 of Luxury People Magazine, the official magazine of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), has arrived, and this edition starts with a question worth asking: What does luxury mean today? On the cover is Rachel Walsh, recently appointed CMO of Moët Hennessy UK, whose career has taken her across luxury, fashion, and sports lifestyle. In the cover […]
Sep 1, 2026
Mario Kleff’s Resort Architecture LanguageMario Kleff® Architects Co. Ltd approaches architecture through a principle that gives structure a visible role in design. In the firm’s work, beams, spans, concrete frameworks, and engineered systems are not hidden behind style; they help define the building’s form, rhythm, and spatial identity. This approach has placed the company in focus with Luxury Lifestyle Awards, where […]
Aug 25, 2026
Carlton International Enters WLCC’s Global Luxury CircleCarlton International has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, becoming part of a global network that brings together established leaders and brands from across the luxury sector to encourage strategic dialogue, collaboration, and industry advancement. Based in France, Carlton International operates in luxury real estate and property development. With more than 30 years of […]
Aug 25, 2026
The WLCC Monthly Edit: Private Luxury, AI, Urban Hospitality, & MoreThe WLCC Monthly Edit: your curated digest of the latest in the world of luxury. Each month, WLCC brings you a handpicked selection of industry news, insights, and stories influencing the future of high-end fashion, design, hospitality, travel, real estate, and beyond. Consider this your insider’s guide to the latest in luxury. The New Private Luxury 2026 […]
Aug 21, 2026
The Luxury People Podcast 2026 Mid-Year ReviewThe 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 […]
Aug 14, 2026
Studio MR Earns Membership in the World Luxury Chamber of CommerceThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is pleased to announce the induction of Studio MR into its distinguished international community of luxury brands, entrepreneurs, and industry innovators. This milestone recognizes Studio MR’s creative expertise while reinforcing WLCC’s mission to unite exceptional companies that are setting new standards across the global luxury market. Membership in the World Luxury […]
Aug 12, 2026
WLCC Leadership Lounge: The New Rules of Luxury with Pedro López-BelmonteHow will Digital Product Passports, AI agents and new forms of online commerce change the way luxury brands build trust and serve their clients? This question was at the heart of the latest WLCC Leadership Lounge, featuring Pedro López-Belmonte, Chief Product Officer at VersAI, part of the Zilliqa Group, and former Technology Innovation Lead at Richemont. Drawing on […]
Aug 11, 2026
WLCC Highlights the Leading Providers of Luxury Intelligence & Market InsightsThe World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is pleased to announce the launch of the WLCC Selection: Leading Providers of Luxury Intelligence & Market Insights, a curated pick of leading organisations that provide high-quality research, market intelligence, industry insights, and thought leadership for the global luxury sector. Developed by the WLCC Research Team in collaboration […]
Aug 10, 2026
Airport Passes Expands Global PresenceAirport Passes – Meet & Greet Services has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce as a Professional Member, reinforcing its position within a global network of luxury industry leaders committed to collaboration, strategic dialogue, and the continued advancement of excellence across the luxury sector. The membership reflects the company’s role in delivering premium airport […]
Aug 6, 2026
Webinar Recap: The Future of Soulful Wellness in Luxury HospitalityWhat does luxury mean today? That was the question at the heart of the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce’s latest webinar, where luxury wellness consultant Hayley Hines shared why guest expectations are changing and what hospitality brands can do to keep up. One of the biggest takeaways was that luxury is becoming less about what […]
Aug 5, 2026
WLCC Leadership Lounge: Winning India with Dr. Sheetal JainThe latest WLCC Leadership Lounge brought together luxury leaders from across the world for an insightful conversation, meaningful introductions, and new opportunities for collaboration. At the heart of the session was a fireside conversation with Dr. Sheetal Jain, Founder & CEO of Luxe Analytics and an expert on the Indian luxury market. The discussion explored Winning India: Understanding the […]
Jul 30, 2026
Webinar Recap: 10 Key Takeaways from Jeffrey Shaw’s Luxury’s New ROI: TransformationLuxury’s New ROI: Transformation was the focus of the latest World Luxury Chamber of Commerce webinar, where internationally renowned business coach and author Jeffrey Shaw explored why the future of luxury lies beyond exceptional products and memorable experiences. As customer expectations continue to rise, Shaw argued that the brands that will stand out are those […]
Jul 30, 2026
Your Story Deserves a Place Among Luxury’s LeadersThe most influential people in luxury don’t just build great brands. They change how the industry works. Through Luxury People Magazine, we give these stories the editorial attention they deserve, featuring interviews worth reading on a platform that reaches the people running global luxury. For our upcoming editions, we’re opening a limited number of featured […]
Jul 28, 2026
The WLCC Monthly Edit: AI, Leadership & Luxury InnovationThe WLCC Monthly Edit: your curated digest of the latest in the world of luxury. Each month, WLCC brings you a handpicked selection of industry news, insights, and stories influencing the future of high-end fashion, design, hospitality, travel, real estate, and beyond. Consider this your insider’s guide to the latest in luxury. Luxury’s Digital Reality Check with […]