NEW ERA : TRADE WARS AND THE BATTLE FOR RESOURCES
LUXURY AT THE SUMMIT, APRIL 10-13 2025, VAL D'ISÈRE
French President Emmanuel Macron has declared the world is entering a "new era" and Europe needs to rearm itself, as it can no longer count on the United States to help it preserve peace and secure its borders. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening the global economy with the introduction of tariffs on goods coming from many countries and regional blocs such as Europe.
It seems difficult to talk only about the preservation of the environment when our very lives and livelihoods are at stake. Hence Miss Tweed has decided to widen the scope of its “Luxury at the Summit” in Val d’Isère to include conferences on geopolitics and what the looming trade war means for the luxury sector.
We are very happy to announce two incredible speakers on the topic of European security: Admiral Loïc Finaz, former head of France’s War College who served on numerous warships, including nuclear attack submarines, and Eric Danon, France’s former ambassador to Israel until July 2023. They will help us understand what the future holds and how best to prepare for the looming trade wars and battle for the preservation of our resources.
We will also discuss the topic of “Sustainability: What works and what doesn’t.” In the past decade, fashion and luxury brands have invested a lot of time and money to help preserve the environment and minimize waste and pollution. It’s been a trial-and-error process. Some projects have made a difference, while others have allowed brands simply to tick the “sustainability” box.
We are very happy to announce as speakers on this topic Nicolas Freudiger, CEO and co-founder of the rising star in sustainable watchmaking ID Genève and Niels Eggerding, CEO of Frédérique Constant, which has been actively promoting transparency on sourcing and supply chains.
Another amazing speaker joining us is Michael Liebreich, who founded Bloomberg New Energy Finance. He will talk to us about what is happening in the world of green financing. On this topic, we will also hear Euan Rellie, co-founder and managing director of the M&A boutique BDA Partners, who will tell us about how sustainability has become a double-edged sword for investors in the Trump era.
Also joining us will be Professor Stéphane Girod from the Lausanne business school IMD. His book, “Purposeful Luxury,” is to be published by Wiley in 2026.
We are welcoming back the French writer and adventurer Sylvain Tesson, who will speak to us about the mysteries behind the forces of nature.
To make sure you have a place, please book your participation and hotel as soon as possible with Sabine Demri from the Val d’Isère Reservation Centre by email, commercial-valresa@valdisere.com, or by phone, +33 4 79 06 75 72. She will take care of you personally and help you organize your stay and transfers.
Here is the link to book your place directly online:
https://booking.valdisere.com/luxury-at-the-summit.html
Please click here to find out more about our 2024 edition:
https://misstweed.com/articles/luxury-at-the-summit-2024
A UNIQUE CONCEPT
The concept of our luxury summit in the Alps is unique. We do not gather to make headlines, but to take time to really think and exchange ideas. We become richer and stronger by opening our minds to other ways of seeing the world. No other journalists but Miss Tweed reporters will be there. What is said in Val d’Isère stays in Val d’Isère. We only publish information with participants’ blessings.
People attend our summit to be inspired, meet incredible leaders, widen their network and build new alliances and friendships. They also come to have a fantastic weekend. Ski (or whatever else) in the morning, attend conferences in the afternoon, party in the evening is a tested and approved formula. You can come with your partner and family. Some participants have done this in past editions and it worked out well. Participation is reserved to Miss Tweed subscribers.
As we plan our fourth edition, we now have a core group of summiteers. Dear alumni/alumnae and potential new participants, please feel free to reach out to us with suggestions about what you would like to contribute to the summit or whom you would like us to invite.
PROGRAM
Thursday, April 10
Progressive arrival of participants.
7:30 pm - Meet in the cocktail bar of the Experimental Chalet hotel located near the post office, for those who arrive in time for dinner or just for a drink.
Friday, April 11
10:30 am - Giant slalom training at the Legettaz stadium at the bottom of Solaise mountain.
2:30 pm - Welcome and informal discussions over a coffee, Experimental Chalet, Val d’Isère.
3 pm - Start of the day’s conferences, Conference Room, Experimental Chalet, Val d’Isère.
6 pm - End of the day’s conferences.
7 pm - Apéritif at the bar of La Savoyarde hotel.
8 pm - Dinner at the restaurant of La Savoyarde hotel.
Saturday, April 12
10:30 am - Miss Tweed Cup: Giant slalom competition reserved for Summit participants, at the Legettaz stadium at the bottom of Solaise mountain.
2:30 pm - Welcome and informal discussion over a coffee, Experimental Chalet, Val d’Isère.
3 pm - Start of the day’s conferences, Conference Room, Experimental Chalet, Val d’Isère.
6 pm - End of the day’s conferences.
7 pm - Departure for the restaurant L’Art des Mets, an amazingly picturesque place in the Manchet Valley.
Champagne apéritif around a campfire or inside the yurt for those who feel chilly, accompanied by the music of DJ Jan Shaman (Ian Lutfullin).
Awards ceremony and trophies for the lucky winners of the Miss Tweed Cup.
Dinner. World Buffet. Discovery of the wines of Domaine des Bernard by owner and Summit alumnus Bernard Gault.
11pm - The party continues at the Piaf bar next door.
Sunday, April 13
Departure day, or more skiing for those who wish to stay.
The Luxury at the Summit by Miss Tweed in Val d’Isère is a great tradition. We can’t wait to get together again!
