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Luxury Hospitality 2013 Lauzanne , Switzerland
An Exclusive think Tank for Luxury Hospitality Leaders
The Luxury Hospitality Summit agenda will look at
ways to rethink the concept of luxury, from design to service, and from
business models to new consumers.
June 6 2013
June 6 2013
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30 May
2013
Panel
of leading experts unveiled for the world’s first exclusive luxury hospitality
think tank
2012 IHT Luxury Conference Highlight Reel
30 May
2013
Panel
of leading experts unveiled for the world’s first exclusive luxury hospitality
think tank
Luxury Hospitality 2013has appointed travel journalist and TV presenter Varun Sharmato chair a
panel of leading experts from a broad range of disciplines. Organized by the InternationalHerald Tribune (IHT)
with the Ecolehôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), Luxury Hospitality 2013 is the first
exclusive global think tank designed for leaders in this field. Taking place in
Lausanne, Switzerland on 6th June 2013, the summit will see around
100 senior figures and over 20 guest speakers gather to discuss the evolving
interpretations of “luxury” and share case studies to help drive their
businesses forward.
Set around a series of inspirational talks
and thought-provoking interviews, the one-day conference will provide insider’s
expertise, findings and insightful opinions from around the world. Introducing
panelists and moderating Q&A’s throughout the day, luxury globetrotter
Varun Sharma and Sophie Doran, Editor in Chief at session content partner Luxury
Society, will chair five interactive discussions.
The first session, focused on the luxury
consumer, will set the scene for the conference, with Chairman of Swiss watch
brand Hublotdivulging similarities in customer behavior across the retail and
hospitality industries. Co-founder and CEO at Onefinestay, the so-called
“unhotel”, and Soho House’s creative director and managing director of Brand
Your World will continue with an analysis of the next generation of travelers
and their increasing desire for authentic experiences.
With a closer eye on premium travel, members
ofyoo hotels, CompagnieVinicole Baron Edmond de Rothschild, and IXO Aviation
will lead a debate on ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs) and how to
reach these highly mobile consumers effectively.
Turning towards the delivery of the luxury
hospitality experience, citizen M Hotels and Kempinski will offer different
views on a critical element and the key topic of session two – service, by discussing
innovation, technology,and traditional approaches vs digital.
The conversation will then continue with session
three, focusing on “people” and which skills are most important in today’s
luxury hospitality team. Led by head of Lausanne Hospitality Consulting SA and the
GM at one of the world’s leading eco-luxury destinations, Wogan Valley Resort
& Spa, the discussion will reveal which qualities should be sought when
assembling a successful team.
Over session four, leaders in luxury
hospitality interior design, RPW Design, and multidisciplinary design studio,
Serrano Brothers, will define how physical surroundings can contribute to an
overall sense of luxury and wellbeing, as well as changing design aesthetics
and functionality.
Finally, flourishing business models and the
financial aspects of luxury hospitality will form the basis of the penultimate
session, to be discussed with the MD atSonevaPrivate Office, a resort chain
encompassing several private residences, including Six Senses Laamu. Here,
delegates will be invited to talk about the trend towards combining real estate
with resorts, how compatible environmentalism and commercialism are, and the
popularity of celebrity chef-operated F&B outlets.
Closing the event, International Head at
Christie’s will culminate the exchange of luxury intelligence by explaining how
senses can be united to achieve the ultimate luxury experience.
LuxuryHospitality 2013 will take place on 6th June at the
world-renowned Ecolehôtelièrede Lausanne (EHL). During the opening gala dinner on 5th
June, an inspiring individual will be recognized to celebrate leadership and
excellence in luxury hospitality through the first Luxury Hospitality Leader
Award, sponsored by Reuge.
The first edition of this summit has received widespread interest within
the luxury sphere, with sponsors, exhibitors and partners ranging from the
Greek National Tourism Organisation to Laurent-Perrier, among other high-profile
contributors.
Follow@LuxHosp on Twitter for regular updates from
the team behind the Luxury Hospitality Summit. #LuxHosp
International Herald Tribune and Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne
announce exclusive think tank for luxury hospitality leaders
The International Herald Tribune (IHT) has today launched its first Luxury Hospitality
Summit, an exclusive think tank for luxury hospitality leaders, taking place in Lausanne,
Switzerland on 6th June 2013. Organized with the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), the
world’s leading hospitality management school, the one-day Luxury Hospitality 2013
conference will bring together senior representatives from around the world to discuss and
rethink the concept of luxury hospitality.
Designed to offer an exclusive, niche forum, Luxury Hospitality 2013 will offer limited places
to a delegation of chief executives in the luxury hospitality industry including hotel owners
and directors, travel operators and agents, brand directors, developers and investors,
consultants, suppliers and heads of tourist boards.
The new event will feature five sessions led by high-profile and influential speakers,
including senior figures from St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, The Luxury Collection & W Hotels
Worldwide, Nobu Hospitality Group and Yoo Hotels. Alongside other experts, the panel will
share their vision for the future of luxury travel, divulge the latest research and forecasts for
the next decade and engage with participants to exchange insights.
Topics for discussion include the new luxury consumer, applying innovation and technology
to service, new design concepts, business models and hospitality trends. Stephen Dunbar-Johnson, publisher, IHT, commented: “We identified that there was a gap in
The International Herald Tribune (IHT) has today launched its first Luxury Hospitality
Summit, an exclusive think tank for luxury hospitality leaders, taking place in Lausanne,
Switzerland on 6th June 2013. Organized with the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), the
world’s leading hospitality management school, the one-day Luxury Hospitality 2013
conference will bring together senior representatives from around the world to discuss and
rethink the concept of luxury hospitality.
Designed to offer an exclusive, niche forum, Luxury Hospitality 2013 will offer limited places
to a delegation of chief executives in the luxury hospitality industry including hotel owners
and directors, travel operators and agents, brand directors, developers and investors,
consultants, suppliers and heads of tourist boards.
The new event will feature five sessions led by high-profile and influential speakers,
including senior figures from St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, The Luxury Collection & W Hotels
Worldwide, Nobu Hospitality Group and Yoo Hotels. Alongside other experts, the panel will
share their vision for the future of luxury travel, divulge the latest research and forecasts for
the next decade and engage with participants to exchange insights.
Topics for discussion include the new luxury consumer, applying innovation and technology
to service, new design concepts, business models and hospitality trends. Stephen Dunbar-Johnson, publisher, IHT, commented: “We identified that there was a gap in
the market for a think tank limited to decision-makers in the luxury hospitality industry. With
the launch of the Luxury Hospitality Summit we have created an exclusive event, bringing
together carefully selected delegates who are tired of sales-driven events and want to learn
from and network with inspiring thought-leaders.”
host such an inspiring event uniting stakeholders of the world of hospitality.” Ray F. Iunius,
Director of Business Development and Marketing added: “We strongly believe that it is part
of our role as a leading educational institution to support think tanks such as this, in order to
shape the future of hospitality worldwide.”
Luxury Hospitality 2013 will take place at the world-renowned Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne
(EHL), located in a beautiful forested area only 10 minutes by car from the lively town of
Lausanne and 50 minutes from Geneva.
To register and find out more please visit the website (www.luxuryhospitalityleaders.com.
Follow @LuxHosp on Twitter for regular updates from the team behind the Luxury
Hospitality Summit.
About the International Herald Tribune (global.nytimes.com)
The International Herald Tribune (IHT) is the premier international newspaper for opinion
leaders and decision-makers around the globe. It combines the extensive resources of its
own correspondents with those of The New York Times, is printed at 40 sites throughout the
world and is for sale in more than 160 countries and territories. Based in Paris since 1887,
the IHT is owned by The New York Times Company. For more information about the IHT,
visit www.ihtinfo.com.
About The New York Times Company
The New York Times Company, a leading global, multimedia news and information company
with 2012 revenues of $2.0 billion, includes The New York Times, the International Herald
Tribune, The Boston Globe, NYTimes.com , BostonGlobe.com , Boston.com, and related
properties. The Company’s core purpose is to enhance society by creating, collecting and
distributing high-quality news and information.
The Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) offers university-level studies to talented and
ambitious students who are aiming for top careers in the international hospitality industry. In
addition to this international recognition, EHL constantly broadens the scope of its three
academic programs by integrating market trends and new technologies. Since it was
founded in 1893, EHL has educated more than 25,000 hospitality industry executives. The
worldwide network of alumni represents an invaluable asset for every member of the EHL
community. Today, there are over 1,800 students, from almost 90 countries, enjoying the
unique and enriching environment of the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne.
The International Herald Tribune (IHT) is the premier international newspaper for opinion
leaders and decision-makers around the globe. It combines the extensive resources of its
own correspondents with those of The New York Times, is printed at 40 sites throughout the
world and is for sale in more than 160 countries and territories. Based in Paris since 1887,
the IHT is owned by The New York Times Company. For more information about the IHT,
visit www.ihtinfo.com.
About The New York Times Company
The New York Times Company, a leading global, multimedia news and information company
with 2012 revenues of $2.0 billion, includes The New York Times, the International Herald
Tribune, The Boston Globe, NYTimes.com , BostonGlobe.com , Boston.com, and related
properties. The Company’s core purpose is to enhance society by creating, collecting and
distributing high-quality news and information.
The Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL) offers university-level studies to talented and
ambitious students who are aiming for top careers in the international hospitality industry. In
addition to this international recognition, EHL constantly broadens the scope of its three
academic programs by integrating market trends and new technologies. Since it was
founded in 1893, EHL has educated more than 25,000 hospitality industry executives. The
worldwide network of alumni represents an invaluable asset for every member of the EHL
community. Today, there are over 1,800 students, from almost 90 countries, enjoying the
unique and enriching environment of the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne.
Key questions to be addressed include:
- How is the concept of luxury changing? What will the deluxe offering of the future look like
- Who will be the guest of tomorrow and how can you make them your brand ambassadors
- How is the growing UHNWI population changing the luxury hospitality landscape?
- Who are tomorrow's luxury hospitality investors?
Who should attend Luxury Hospitality 2013 Lauzanne , Switzerland
- Owners, Group Directors, General Managers of luxury hotels
- C Suite Directors of luxury travel operators and agents
- C Suite Directors of luxury airlines, cruise companies, train operators
- Luxury brand owners and retail directors working with hospitality partners
- Property developers and investors targeting the luxury consumer
- Management, marketing, design and accounting consultants working with luxury hospitality clients
- Technology providers and suppliers to the luxury hospitality sector
Why attend Luxury Hospitality 2013 Lauzanne , Switzerland
- Join a delegation of senior executives to focus on necessary innovation in luxury hospitality product and service
- Hear from luxury hospitality business leaders who will share their vision for the future of your industry
- Learn from leading experts who will divulge the latest research and forecasts to inform your business strategy
- Participate in the discussion; work through ideas with your peers; question the experts
- Leave the event enthused and invigorated to introduce the innovations that will ensure your business success in the luxury hospitality sector.
International Herald Tribune and Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne announce exclusive think tank for luxury hospitality leaders
Luxury Hospitality 2013 Lauzanne , Switzerland- June 6, 2013
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