The Summit will bring together decision-makers, start-ups and investors from the luxury industry to discuss new challenges and opportunities within the luxury sector. The Summit will take place in-person, online and in the Metaverse and aims to strengthen Geneva’s role in crafting the future of luxury.
The highlights of the 2022 Luxury Innovation Summit include the Luxury Innovation Awards taking place alongside the summit; a Luxury District at the venue - a space dedicated to showcase and promote innovation in the luxury industry; and the entire Summit in Metaverse with a dedicated space for brands and start-ups. Along with the physical gathering in Geneva, the Summit will allow, for the first time, VR interactions among established brands, investors and start-ups from the luxury industry in the Metaverse.
This event in Geneva will let attendees enjoy carefully selected themes on Innovation, Sustainability and Investment in luxury. As its 4th edition, this Summit has evolved and adapted to bigger audiences. Speakers will include international luxury leaders, entrepreneurs, industry insiders, and investors. Together, they will examine the evolving nature of luxury, new consumer attitudes, and what established brands and start-ups need to build and maintain relevance.
Topics to be discussed at the Luxury Innovation Summit include
Innovation and Creativity
NFT, Metaverse, AI, VR, blockchain, new materials and devices are in a constant state of upgrade: technology’s power over the luxury and fashion world gets stronger and stronger. How should the industry harness this, and how can brands best prepare for the future?
Sustainability and Circular Economy
How can the fashion and luxury industry do more in this space? How should the industry reconcile the seeming paradox of growing sales vs sustainability and environmental considerations? What does “sustainable” mean for an industry built on desire, consumption and constant change? And what can the luxury industry – from start-up to investor, big brand to boutique – do to help encourage more diversity within its ranks?
Private Equity and Venture Capital in Luxury
The Luxury goods sector benefits from a positive structural change. This theme will discuss various opportunities for private and institutional investors to invest in luxury goods and related services. How can investment houses be better prepared to identify the investment targets – from venture capital to private equity?
2022 Luxury Innovation Awards Finalists Presentations and Award Ceremony
Presentations by all the 2022 Luxury Innovation Awards Finalists. Voting by the jury and audience and award ceremony.
Celebrating Human Creativity
The Luxury Innovation Awards will be alongside the Luxury Innovation Summit. Launched in 2020, the Luxury Innovation Awards are the first independent global competition for emerging brands and startups developing innovative solutions for the luxury industry.
