The magic of in-person experience 

We are delighted to be holding the next 20th annual Business of Luxury Summit in Venice, providing a unique opportunity to mix with your peers, at one of the most important luxury industry events. Join us for this special occasion, marking summit’s 20th anniversary in iconic city.

Co-chaired by the FT’s editor Roula Khalaf and the HTSI’s editor Jo Ellison, you will be joined by leading executives from the industry as well as policymakers and entrepreneurs to debate the latest changes in luxury and what the future has in store.

Delegates, speakers and sponsors will be able to attend networking breaks, lunches and drink receptions, as well as the Gala dinner. You will be part of the conversation with the industry’s leaders sharing insights, knowledge and plans for the crucial period ahead.

In-person Networking Opportunities:

Sunday 19 May 2024

- 19:00 Welcome drinks reception at Palazzo Pisani Moretta

Dress code: Business casual 

- 20:30 Speakers' dinner at exclusive residence

Monday 20 May 2024

-19:30 Gala drinks reception at Hotel Cipriani Casanova Gardens. 

Please note: The gala dinner drinks reception will take place outdoors on grass. 

-20:30 Gala dinner at the Granaries, Hotel Cipriani

We invite our guests: delegates, speakers and partners to join us for an exclusive evening of networking and conversations over a 3-course dinner. 

Dress code: Black tie 

-23:00 After dinner drinks at Hilton, Molino Stucky

Tuesday 21 May 2024

-14:00 Networking lunch at Hilton, Molino Stucky

Dress code: Business casual 

Save Venice Restoration tour

Tuesday, May 21, 2024

5:00PM-6:30PM at Palazzo Ducale

Join Save Venice for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the ceiling restoration of the "Room of the Four Doors" in the Doge’s Palace from 30 feet up on the scaffolding. Conservation experts will share insights into this historic preservation project, which has been made possible with lead corporate support from The Gritti Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Venice and Gucci. 

One-way water taxi transportation will be provided from the Hilton Molino Stucky at 4:30 PM to Piazza San Marco. 

Space is limited, advance registration is required. 

To reserve your spot, contact leslie@savevenice.org by Monday, May 20, 2024. 

*Please note that closed footwear with rubber soles will be required for the scaffolding visit. No high heels or open toe shoes, please.

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