Global Conference 2026

The Experience Economy: How Brands are Leading the Way

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Luxury is no longer defined by what people own but by what they feel, remember, and share. As discerning clients tire of pure product, brand leaders are reimagining what it means to feel truly indulged and how to create customer experiences that cannot be scrolled or copied. This session brings together creators and leaders who design some of the world’s most coveted experiences to explore how multi-sensory storytelling, personalization, and impeccable service have become the true markers of status and value. They will discuss how expectations are evolving across generations, where investment is flowing in an experience-first economy, and what it takes to craft encounters that linger long after the moment has passed. 

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    Moderator

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    Petra Freddi

    Managing Director, Europe and Middle East, Milken Institute

    Speakers

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    Dominique Crenn

    Chef and Owner, Atelier Crenn and Bar Crenn
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    Raissa Gerona

    Chief Brand Officer, Revolve
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    Bertha González Nieves

    Co-founder and CEO, Casa Dragones Tequila
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    Dan Ruff

    CEO, Belmond
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    Inge Theron

    Founder, FaceGym