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Aug 10, 2026

Mahe Haroutinian on Personalized Luxury in Thailand

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. […]

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Aug 10, 2026

Exclusive Interview: The Future of Luxury Healthcare with Professor Dr. Carlos Van Mieghem

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 […]

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Aug 4, 2026

Exclusive Interview: Bassam Ammar on Leading a Luxury Family Hotel in Makkah

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 […]

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WLCC News & Updates

Aug 12, 2026

WLCC Leadership Lounge: The New Rules of Luxury with Pedro López-Belmonte

How 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 […]

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Aug 11, 2026

WLCC Highlights the Leading Providers of Luxury Intelligence & Market Insights

The 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 […]

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Aug 6, 2026

Webinar Recap: The Future of Soulful Wellness in Luxury Hospitality

What 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 […]

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Industry Reports

Aug 3, 2026

ESG Policy Guide 2026 by Positive Luxury & Baker McKenzie

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) expectations are no longer limited to corporate reporting. They are increasingly influencing how luxury products are designed, sourced, manufactured, marketed and financed. The fourth edition of the ESG Policy Guide, produced by Positive Luxury in collaboration with Baker McKenzie, examines the regulatory developments that luxury businesses should be monitoring across […]

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Jul 27, 2026

Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 Fashion Week Report by Luxurynsight

The Men’s Spring/Summer 2027 Fashion Week Report by Luxurynsight points to a season where luxury menswear becomes more relaxed, versatile, and connected to lifestyle. Across the European runways, designers moved away from formal dressing in favour of collections inspired by nature, travel, and a slower pace of life. The report identifies four overarching themes: Life […]

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Jul 13, 2026

India’s Next Luxury Frontier Is Not Where the Industry Expects: The Hyderabad Paradox

For WLCC members evaluating India’s luxury expansion story, the dominant narrative centres on Mumbai and Delhi as established markets and Bengaluru as the logical next step. The data from LC Intelligence‘s inaugural research series suggests a different sequence. Hyderabad is the largest ultra-luxury residential market in South India by value. Its HNI household density, overseas […]

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Curated Reads

Jul 24, 2026

The Creative Entrepreneur by Carolyn Dailey

Author: Carolyn DaileyPublication Date: 2025 Creativity and commercial success are often treated as separate pursuits, yet The Creative Entrepreneur: A Guide to Building a Successful Creative Business from Industry Titans explores how the two can work together. Written by Carolyn Dailey, the book brings together conversations with ten influential figures from the worlds of fashion, […]

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Jun 26, 2026

Adding Prestige to Your Portfolio by Drew Boyd

Author: Drew BoydPublication Date: 2021 In Adding Prestige to Your Portfolio, marketing and innovation expert Drew Boyd challenges the common assumption that luxury is reserved for premium brands or expensive products. Instead, he presents luxury as a structured set of principles that can be applied to a wide range of products and services to increase […]

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May 22, 2026

Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI by Mark Abraham & David C. Edelman

Authors: Mark Abraham, David C. Edelman Publication Date: 2024 Personalized: Customer Strategy in the Age of AI argues that personalization has moved beyond marketing jargon and become a core business requirement. Mark Abraham and David C. Edelman examine why many companies still fail to deliver experiences that feel relevant, useful, and timely, even as consumers […]

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Member News

Aug 10, 2026

Airport Passes Expands Global Presence

Airport 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 […]

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Aug 5, 2026

Malena Esencia & Estilo Joins WLCC

Malena Esencia & Estilo has joined the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce, a global network that brings together luxury leaders and brands to foster strategic collaboration, insight exchange, and industry advancement. Based in Spain, Malena Esencia & Estilo specializes in Luxury Presence Strategy, Executive Presence, and Luxury Brand Experience. Founded by Malena Perez García, Founder […]

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Jul 24, 2026

Haute Retreats: Service as the Signature of Luxury

Luxury hospitality has entered an era where exceptional properties are expected. What distinguishes one experience from another is no longer where guests stay, but how they are cared for throughout the journey. As discerning travelers seek experiences that feel personal, intuitive, and effortless, customer service has become one of the defining measures of luxury itself. […]

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WLCC Partner News

Aug 12, 2026

LUXE PACK Monaco 2026: Three Days That Bring the Luxury Packaging Industry Together

As sustainability, innovation, and consumer expectations continue to redefine the luxury landscape, packaging has become a strategic part of every luxury product. Bringing together brands, manufacturers, designers, and technology providers, LUXE PACK Monaco returns to the Grimaldi Forum from 28 to 30 September 2026, reaffirming its position as the world’s leading trade show for luxury […]

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Aug 12, 2026

Maison&Objet Pulse 2026: The Global Meeting Place for Design and Luxury

Every September, Paris becomes the global meeting point for the design industry. This year, Maison&Objet returns with a renewed vision under the banner of Maison&Objet Pulse, presenting an edition that celebrates creativity in motion and the role of design in shaping contemporary lifestyles, interiors, hospitality, retail, and luxury. For the luxury ecosystem, it is an […]

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Aug 12, 2026

AIM Congress 2026: Connecting the Global Investment Community in Dubai

The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC) is pleased to announce its media partnership with AIM Congress 2026, one of the world’s leading investment platforms, taking place from 7–9 September 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Center, UAE. Bringing together governments, investors, entrepreneurs, corporations, startups, international organizations, and industry leaders, AIM Congress serves as a […]

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In the Press

Alexander Chetchikov: WLCC founder shares the inspiration behind World Luxury Day

Spearheaded by the World Luxury Chamber of Commerce (WLCC), World Luxury Day is set to become a global celebration of excellence, sustainability and the shared values that drive the luxury industry forward.

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TOP Global Luxury Events 2026: The rooms that will define the luxury economy

The World Luxury Chamber of Commerce has unveiled its curated selection of the top global luxury events for 2026, identifying the forums where strategic conversations are expected to define investment priorities, regional outlooks, and cross-sector collaboration in the year ahead.

Read on Luxury Investment Magazine

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