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Michel Dyens & Co. is a leading independent investment banking firm focused on mergers and acquisitions. With headquarters in New York and Paris, Michel Dyens & Co. has closed numerous landmark deals in luxury and upscale brands. Michel Dyens & Co. acted as exclusive financial advisor in such luxury goods deals as the ultra-premium Grey Goose vodka brand, Harry Winston, Boucheron, and many others. For more information please visit www.micheldyens.com |
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American Express is a global service company, providing customers with access to products, insights and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. In addition to being the world's largest issuer of charge and credit cards as measured by purchase volume, American Express business includes business travel, prepaid products, corporate cards and merchant services. American Express Global Merchant Services provides acquiring, processing, marketing, operations and analytic services to millions of merchants around the globe. The Company is well-positioned to create and deliver value to merchants because of its unique business model. As the choice of higher spending cardmembers, the Company maintains direct relationships with merchants who want to build business among these customers. American Express' participation across the payments landscape provides detailed transaction information and customer expertise which, in turn, enable deep and broad relationships and partnerships. For example, American Express Business Insights provides in-depth, actionable insights into consumer and business spending at the business, industry and geographic levels, leveraging proprietary transaction data from the American Express network of approximately 100 million cards in force across more than 125 markets. Founded in 1850, American Express has a long history of building an inclusive environment that leverages the talent and perspectives of its 58,000 employees worldwide to develop relevant products and services to reach diverse customer segments in support of its vision of becoming one of the world's most admired companies. For more information please visit http://about.americanexpress.com |
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Move now commercial brokers deliver custom made transaction services for luxury retail real estate on three continents. Wir realisieren selbst für komplexeste Anforderungen bei Transaktionen von Miet- und Kaufverträgen in Retail-Luxuslagen passgenaue Ergebnisse auf drei Kontinenten. Nous proposons un service personnalisé pour les transactions immobilières commerciales de luxe sur trois continents. Forniamo servizi personalizzati per transazioni immobiliari per il luxury retail in tre continenti. Мы предоставляем персональные услуги по сделкам с элитной недвижимостью на трех континентах. For more information please visit www.movenow.com |
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The SIGNA Group, founded in 2000 by René Benko, owns prime commercial properties with a total value of more than €5.5 billion and has operations in six European cities. SIGNA’s mission is that “architecturally outstanding properties in prime locations that are professionally and responsibly managed, attract high-quality tenants and consequently maximise returns.“ By following these principles, SIGNA has grown from a two-man operation into one of Europe’s most successful and 100% privatly owned property companies. The group has investments in prime properties in central locations in Germany, Austria, Italy and elsewhere. Aside from these holdings, SIGNA controls property developments, closed-end real estate funds for private individuals, funds for institutional investors and co-investments with strong partners. Among the milestones in the company’s history was the development and opening of the Kaufhaus Tyrol shopping centre in 2010. This awarded shopping centre in the heart of Innsbruck, was planned and implemented by stararchitect David Chipperfield and has more than 5 million visitors a year. In December 2012, SIGNA was able to purchase a retail portfolio composed of 17 Karstadt department stores in prime High Street locations in Germany for more than €1.1 billion. The legendary Berlin „KaDeWe“ was part of that portfolio. The deal catapulted SIGNA to one of the leading companies for urban retail properties in Germany. SIGNA had already acquired the luxury department store Oberpollinger in Munich in 2011. Currently SIGNA is developing the “Golden Quarter” in the centre of Vienna, a complete revitalization and transformation of a prestigious part of downtown Vienna with high-quality office and residential space, luxury retail shops, luxury apartments and the 5* Hotel Park Hyatt Vienna. The Golden Quarter has been rezoned as a new pedestrian area. SIGNA is now the largest private owner of real estate in the centre of Vienna. (www.signa.at; www.goldenesquartier.com) |
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Thor Equities – a leader in urban real estate development leasing, and management – is actively pursuing premier retail and mixed-use assets located in high-density areas. Thor Equities’ current portfolio of assets represents some of the best “High Street” retail and mixed-use properties in global gateway cities across the United States, Europe and Latin America. A renowned real estate development and investment firm based in New York City, Thor Equities specializes in revitalizing retail and mixed-use properties in the interest of delivering optimum results to investors. Our strategy focuses on acquiring luxury mixed-use assets and underperforming developments in vibrant markets with a strong retail component. With an interdisciplinary approach, we converge on newly acquired properties with our teams of asset management, leasing, development and transactional professionals to create real estate opportunities and solutions | |
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McArthurGlen Group is Europe’s leading owner, developer and manager of designer outlets. The Group, which has 21 centres across eight countries, introduced the concept of designer outlet retailing to Europe in 1995. Discerning fashion lovers will discover the most sought-after luxury and designer brands in a thoughtfully designed setting, which, together with a year-round programme of entertainment, provide a memorable shopping experience. The newest McArthurGlen Designer Outlet is due to open in Vancouver in 2014, and even more are planned. Half an hour from Vienna, you can visit McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Parndorf, attracting luxury shoppers from around the world. | |
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The International Fur Trade Federation is the voice of the fur trade. Formed over 60 years ago, it protects the fur trade’s interests, promotes innovation and high standards and presents a factual image of the fur industry. The IFTF represents 42 national fur trade associations and organisations from 36 countries. Members are drawn from the entire fur supply chain: farmers, trappers, auction houses, merchants, brokers, buyers, dressers and dyers, designers, manufacturers, wholesalers, marketing organisations and retailers. In addition to the national member associations' offices, there is the IFTF HQ in London and subsidiary offices in Beijing and Brussels. The IFTF promotes strict codes of practice that meet or exceed established and accepted standards for animal welfare, for wild and farmed fur. The IFTF supports and encourages the introduction of animal welfare legislation that is based on sound scientific research and other practical considerations, around the world. |
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Patrón Spirits International is one of the fastest-growing companies in the ultra-premium beverage alcohol industry. Patrón's portfolio of luxury spirits - Patrón tequila, Ultimat vodka, and Pyrat rum - are available in 120 countries across the globe, and sold at duty free outlets in major world airports. The company's flagship brand, Patrón tequila, is an ultra-premium luxury white spirit that's delicious on the rocks, and mixes flawlessly into most any cocktail. From the highest-quality Weber Blue agave plants grown in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, to the centuries-old distillation process, to the signed, handcrafted glass bottles, Patrón is produced with unparalleled attention to sophistication and detail. Tequilas in the Patrón portfolio consist of Gran Patrón Burdeos, Gran Patrón Platinum, Patrón Silver, Patrón Reposado, and Patrón Añejo. The company also produces Patrón XO Cafe (coffee liqueur), and Patrón Citrónge (extra fine orange liqueur), as well as Pyrat Caribbean rums, and Ultimat vodka from Poland. For more information, please visit www.patronspirits.com |
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Martens & Heads is a boutique executive search firm designed to fulfill the global needs of image-driven brands in the fashion, luxury, retail, and beauty industries. With half of our business conducted outside of the US, our worldwide network gives us access to the brightest talent available in today’s market. For further information, please visit www.maxinemartens.com |
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With operations in more than 75 countries, TMF Group helps global companies expand and invest seamlessly across international borders. Its expert accountants, corporate secretarial and HR and payroll professionals are located around the world, enabling clients to operate their corporate structures, finance vehicles and investment funds in different geographical locations. |
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| WHITE is a leading independent communication agency for international luxury brands. We create strategies and solutions that evoke desire and emotion: opinion leaders become passionate fans. Our key areas of competence: WHITE… …MEDIA AGENCY: we focus on high-end print, out-of-home, TV and cinema, bringing your target group to your brand! …PUBLIC RELATIONS AGENCY: we have longstanding relationships with top media partners worldwide. We are always informed about trends/news within the international luxury sector. …DIGITAL SERVICES: we have competence in classic display campaigns, e-mail marketing, social media, mobile, SEO/SEM and offer expertise on all facets of digital marketing. |
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Almax, leading trademark in the production of mannequins and display articles with forty years experience in the market, supplies 100% Made in Italy certified products employing the most advanced eco-compatible technologies, in full respect of the environment and its workers health, everything dressed up with its unmistakable glamorous touch. For further information, please visit www.almax-italy.com |
