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DWP Congress 2022 | 27th -29th September 2022 | Bali Indonesia

Working Agenda

Day One – 27th September 2022

Arrivals All Day, Meet & Greet!

15:00 - 17:30

Amazing race hosted by Bali Wedding Association

17:30 - 21:30

Opening Cocktail Party

The Golden Hour Sundowner: Hosted by Bali Beach Glamping

As the candy skies unfolds, we welcome the wedding industry to this beautiful Island! Bali is famous for its kaleidoscopic sunsets – what better way to start your Bali journey then by watching the sun sink into the sea with a sundowner in hand and some of the best in the destination wedding industry in company. Brace yourselves for the enticing teaser to the three-day reunion of the world’s most celebrated destination wedding professionals at the welcome cocktail reception of the DWP Congress!

Day Two – 28th September 2022

(Conference + DWP Gala)

08:00 - 08:45

Registration, Refreshments & Networking

08:45 - 08:50

Opening Remarks by QnA International

08:50 - 09:00

Welcome Remarks from the Ministry of Tourism & Creative Economy, Republic of Indonesia

SESSION ONE: REDEFINING LUXURY

09:00 - 09:20

Setting the Stage on the Motivational Octave Opening Inspirational Keynote

“Redefining Luxury in a new era of experiences ”

  • The changing definition of luxury experiences
  • Understanding the changing mindset of luxury clientele
  • What can we learn from brands

SPEAKER

Pauline Brown

Former Chairman, Louis Vuitton NA, Board Member, Neiman Marcus Group Bestselling Author,
Aesthetic Intelligence, USA

SESSION TWO: LET’S TALK ABOUT THE 3CS

09:25 - 10:00

Reboot your Business: Let’s Talk About the 3Cs – Around the World Panel

“Get Set Go: Resetting & Rebuilding the Blocks of your Wedding Business Post the waves of Uncertainty”

  • Costs & Commissions: Pricing structure for clients post pandemic and whether or not to charge vendor commissions in such times? Let's figure it out
  • Collaboration over Competition: Your success is mine - Flourishing together is need of the hour!
  • Cancellation and Contracts: Must have clauses in VUCA times

Speakers

Dianne Khoury

Founder,
Diane Khoury Weddings and Events, Australia

Funke Bucknor-Obruthe

CEO,
Zapphire Events, Africa

Kevin Lee

Founder,
Kevin Lee Weddings, USA

Mahesh Shirodkar

Founder,
Tamarind Global, India

Moderator

Rob Schenck

Founder,
Wedding Industry Lawyer

SESSION THREE: YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE IN 2022 & BEYOND

10:05 - 10:25

#yougotthis: Stepping up your Digital Presence Keynote

“Using social media to grow your business – reaching out to Gen X, Y, Z and more”

  • How to use TikTok and Reels to build your brand: The business perspective
  • Top 5 social media marketing tips for wedding venues and suppliers
  • What not to do on social media and increase your bookings

SPEAKER

Wendy El-Khoury

Founder and Creative Director,
Wedded Wonderland, Australia

10:30 - 10:50

More Bookings, More Business – Sales Keynote

“Social Selling in the DMs”

  • How to get more dreamy ideal couples talking to you in the DMs today
  • Know exactly what to say to have them excited to work with you (including those high end budgets)
  • Uncover the secrets of exactly why this method works so powerfully in today’s market

SPEAKER

Kelly Mortimer

#1 expert in Wedding Sales, UK

SESSION FOUR: REJUVENATE

10:55 - 11:10

The Island of Gods Sets the Stage for your Next Destination Wedding – Host Destination Presentation

“Pristine beaches, abundant natural sites, rich culture & heritage, exceptional hospitality: Choosing the perfect destination for your magical wedding”

  • Bali checking all the boxes for your next wedding venue
  • Incentivizing weddings: A great boost for tourism
  • Top 3 checkpoints a destination needs to keep in mind to attract couples and wedding professionals amidst a pandemic

SESSION FIVE: YOUR NETWORK IS YOUR NET WORTH

11:10 - 11:30

Networking Coffee Break

11:30 - 14:00

Pre-scheduled One-to-One Business Meetings & Visit to Boutique Exhibition Lounge

14:00 - 15:00

Networking Luncheon

SESSION SIX: REPRESENT YOUR DESTINATION: THE BIG LEAP

15:00 - 15:45

DWP Regional Boardroom

Key Points Of Discussion:

  • Supply Chain challenges
  • Improving cross cultural communication
  • Life hacks for dealing with local vendors in the destination
  • Pricing and commissions

Speakers

Annie Lee

Principal Planner,
Daughter of Design, USA

Barbara Diez

Founder,
Barabara Diez Events, Argentina

Elisa Mocci

CEO - Wedding Designer,
Elisa Mocci Events, Italy

Michele Fox Gott

Founder,
Center of Attention Events, USA

Şebnem Mardini

Founder,
Şebnem Event Design. Turkey

Sumant Jayakrishnan

Founder,
Sumant Jayakrishnan Designs Pvt. Ltd, India

15:45 - 16:00

Boardroom result announcement on Mainstage

16:00 - 16:15

Raffle Draws on mainstage and Close for Day One

Immerse in the most picturesque hideaway of Florence
Surrounded by acres of terraced gardens and nestled in the hills of Fiesole, this 15th-century palazzo captures the most commanding views of Florence. Tuscany for Weddings is pleased to offer one lucky winner a two-night stay for 2 people with breakfast served on the terrace overlooking Firenze, shuttle transfers to Florence and one 50-Minute Massage at the on-site Wellness Center.

Experience the best of Greek hospitality
The Mitsis Alila Resort and Spa is offering an all-inclusive 5 day stay at this beautiful property for 2 people. Our gracious host of the 2021 DWP Congress, this swanky property is what dreams are made of. Located on the popular Greek island of Rhodes, the Mitsis Alila Resort and Spa lets you enjoy all the luxury it has to offer, including panoramic Mediterranean vistas.

Discover a world away from your everyday in Dubai  
Atlantis Dubai is pleased to offer a stay for a family of 2 adults and 2 kids plus Breakfast and access to the water park & Lost Chamber for 2 days. Our amazing hotel partner for 2019, Atlantis Dubai, A destination unto itself, the hotel comprises of two world-class resorts, Atlantis Aquaventure, Dolphin Bay, The Lost Chambers Aquarium and an unrivalled culinary collection. Atlantis Dubai is where unique memories are made.

16:15 - 16:30

Shuttle transfers to the Mulia

16:30 - 19:00

Relax in the Bali vibe with your tribe

Switch Off and relax with mindful activities to ensure pure Bali Bliss

19:30 - 23:00

DWP GALA: A Blissful Balinese Bash Awaits at the Bali International Convention Centre hosted by Innaz Communique

Industry concepts learnt, connections established, business pipelines built – what’s next? Well it’s obvious, isn’t it?!
Get ready for a taste of traditional Balinese culture at the DWP Gala! It’s time to get those gorgeous gowns and dapper suits out, look your fashionable best, savour delectable delicacies and dance the night away with your friends!
A lot is in store for you, so let’s leave it here for you to daydream about the mega night!

Day Three – 29th September 2022

(Conference Day Two + Closing Cocktail Reception)

08:30 - 08:55

Registrations for Conference Day Two, Refreshment & Networking

08:55 - 09:00

All in a Nutshell: Day One Round Up

09:00 - 09:05

Early riser raffles to brighten your day

Experience the epitome of luxury in Istanbul
Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus is pleased to offer 2 nights in their Mandarin Bosphorus Room for 2 guests, including breakfast and taxes. Positioned along the glimmering shoreline where East and West collide, Mandarin Oriental Bosphorus, Istanbul captures the magic of the world’s pan-continental city. Let your client’s wedding dreams come true at their glamorous ballrooms or elegant poolside, with a touch of Bosphorus magic.

Celebrate sunshine and seclusion in an unspoiled rainforest setting in Vietnam
Set on a private bay, InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort is one of Vietnam’s most celebrated 5-star beach resorts. This beautiful property is offering 2 night’s stay at Resort Classic Room Panoramic Ocean Views including breakfast for 2 people. Recharge your imagination in their private, perfect world.

Get ready to experience one of the most exclusive resorts on the unspoiled island of Koh Kood, Thailand
Where unparalleled luxury meets eco-friendly design, Soneva Kiri is nestled within a lush tropical rainforest on the unspoiled island of Koh Kood. One lucky winner stands a chance to win a three nights stay at the Sunset Ocean Pool Villa Suite for two guests on half board basis with roundtrip transfers.

Live your Tuscan Dream
Tenuta di Artimino, a member of Melia Collection, is offering two nights’ stay with breakfast and one dinner at their Biagio Pignatta cucina e vino restaurant. Looking over the hills and vineyards of Montalbano, Tenuta Artimino, belonging to the Olmo family since the eighties, is a place of rare beauty in the heart of Tuscany.

09:05 - 09:25

Keynote: The World of Luxury Client Decoded

“Understanding the Psyche of Luxury Clients and How to Transition Your Business to Service Them”

  • Identifying luxury clients
  • What makes luxury clients tick
  • How has the world of luxury progressed and where is it headed
  • How to transform your business and your skill sets to service this segment
  • Developing a strategy to close luxury client deals

SPEAKER

Lelian Chew

Founder,
The Floral Atelier and The Wedding Atelier, Singapore

09:30 - 09:45

Fireside Chat

“Grow your business globally: Collaboration X Growth"

  • What it means to have your Boots on the grounds globally?
  • Setting expectations and making it work
  • Growing your brand through international collabs

Speakers

Fabrice Orlando

Founder,
Cocoon Events, Morocco

Jo Ann Gregoli

Founder,
Elegant Occasions, USA

SESSION SEVEN: THE SHOW STOPPERS

09:50 - 10:25

Crazy Rich Asians or Has that Changed? – Asian Wedding Panel

“Stepping forth into the remodelled world of One of the Biggest and Most Exorbitant Wedding Markets – ASIA”

  • Forecasting & analyzing spending pattern of Asian clients post the crisis: Has anything changed?
  • Luxury and Asian clients two sides of the same coin – Do we foresee a compromise on luxe factor?
  • Larger groups, multiple ceremonies, grand destination weddings – What’s going to happen next?
  • How to tap into and capitalize on the Asian market: Asia opening its doors for global vendor networks & collaborations

Speakers

Ariel Chen

Founder,
Le Reve International, China

Ghada Blanco

Founder,
Ghada Blanco Weddings & Events, Lebanon

Gideon Hermosa

Founder,
House of Hermosa, Philippines

Innayat Khubchandani

Founder,
Innaz Communique, Indonesia

Mohomed Morani

Founder,
Cineyug Group of Companies, India

Moderator

Arati Singh

CEO,
GoodTimes

SESSION EIGHT: FROM ME TO WE

10:30 - 10:50

Deep Dive Session

“How to stay relevant in the wedding industry in a hybrid world post pandemic? ”

  • Your People matter: What's your skill set?
  • Let's make our conversations real: transparency with the client
  • How is outsourcing not a bad word?
  • The world is my oyster: it can be yours too

Speaker

Vandana Mohan

Founder,
The Wedding Design Company, India

10:55 - 11:15

Closing Keynote How to get a team that works with you and not for you

“Teamwork that makes dreamwork”

  • Delegating and Streamlining your business to drive profits
  • Trust and transparency in the new world of work
  • How to find the right hand for your business and retain to grow

Speaker

David Beahm

Founder/CEO,
David Beahm Experiences, USA

11:15 - 11:30

Networking Coffee Break

11:30 - 14:00

Pre-scheduled One-to-One Business Meetings & Visit to Boutique Exhibition Lounge

14:00 - 15:00

Networking Luncheon

15:00 - 16:00

DWP Masterclasses

TOPIC 1: LOVE CONTINUES TO BLOOM – BUSINESS CONTINUITY IN THE LONG RUN

  • Adapting to the New Normal, Building Resilience for Wedding Business Longevity
  • Looking ahead of the Black Swan Crisis: Top 3 tips to survive and sustain
  • New Normal: How far are you willing to go to accommodate changes?
  • Communication: The key to look beyond the crisis of the pandemic

Speaker

Evelyn Mills

Founder,
Marriage Maestros, Hong Kong

TOPIC 2: YOUR WEDDING CONTRACTS QUESTIONS ANSWERED

  • Common challenges and misconceptions uncovered
  • 5 must-haves in your contract: from creative partners, venues to planners
  • Open Q&A - get your concerns addressed in real time!

Speaker

Rob Schenk

Founder,
Wedding Industry Law, USA

TOPIC 3: DEVELOPING NEW AESTHETICS STRATEGIES FOR LUXURY WEDDINGS

  • Understanding the new (and emerging) landscape of UHNW customers
  • Identifying aesthetic experiences that they covet, and lifestyles to which they aspire
  • Brainstorming innovative ideas for a new generation of highly aesthetic (and discriminating) brides and grooms

Speaker

Pauline Brown

Former Chairman,
Louis Vuitton NA, Board Member, Neiman Marcus Group, Bestselling Author,
Aesthetic Intelligence, USA

TOPIC 4: WHERE TO DRAW THE LINE WITH CLIENTS

  • Setting boundaries and managing client expectations
  • Industry practices that we need to change together
  • Is it work/life or Life/work balance? Why does your mental wellbeing matter?

Speaker

Sonal J Shah

Founder,
SJS EVENTS, USA

TOPIC 5: INTERIOR DESIGN VERSUS EVENT DESIGN

  • Innovative concepts changing the design ballgame
  • Whats the difference and why you need to know
  • Ideas that are making a difference

Speaker

Koby Bar Yehuda

Founder,
KBY Designs, Israel

TOPIC 6: FEAR IS THE PATH TO DARKSIDE – OVERCOMING THE INITIAL FEARS OF UNEXPLORED DESTINATIONS

  • Overcome their fears of working on new destinations
  • Share experiences
  • Strategy to approach new destinations with confidence.

Speaker

Nadia Duran

Founder,
Nadia Duran, Australia

TOPIC 7: HOW TO INSPIRE YOUR CUSTOMERS WITH NEW TRENDS

  • How our world is changing
  • Trends leading the way
  • Some tips and tricks of the trade

Speaker

Meltem Tepeler

CEO / Founder,
KM Group

16:00

Raffle Draws in Main Ballroom

Live the lavish lifestyle of the Maharajas in India 
Samode Hotels is offering a two night’s stay, including breakfast at their beautiful property, which is the perfect blend of antiquity and modernity. Over 300 years ago, the palace was home to the ruling family of Samode, in the heart of Rajasthan, just outside Jaipur. 

Enter a world full of elegance, design, art and tradition in the heart of Switzerland
Lording over Zurich with showstopping views of the Alps, The Dolder Grand is a fairytale vision that seamlessly blends the old and the new. Dolder Grand is pleased to offer a voucher for 2 guests for 2 nights at the Junior Suite including breakfast.

Your Luxurious Getaway in Bentota, Sri Lanka
Nestled where the river meets the sea, tucked between golden sands, mangroves and coconut groves you’ll find Cinnamon Bentota Beach. The lucky winner gets a two-night stay on double occupancy, Bed & Breakfast at Cinnamon Bentota Beach hotel

20:00 - 01:00

DWP Closing Party Hosted by Saba Estate Villa

It’s the Finale! Let’s put our dancing shoes on as we let our hair down and party like never before! It’s the DWP Bali farewell party – Great food, enthralling entertainment and a dazzling after-party is how we bid farewell to the Bali edition of the DWP Congress. Until we meet next year on March 14th – 16th  in a fabulous destination with a new vibe and tribe!

Rave Reviews

Here is the GLORIOUS FEEDBACK from some of our attendees.

“Great event to gather all weddings and event organizing specialists to connect with worldwide buyers, suppliers and venues at one time and sharing knowledge and experiences.”

Bulgari Resort Bali Indonesia

The high level of registrants and the networking at this level, I don’t think there is any other global Congress that offers this kind of opportunity. The background of the people are so varied it is great! I have really enjoyed every aspect.

Bahamas Ministry of Tourism Bahamas

This is our 4th year at DWP and it just keeps getting better. UAE in general is an amazing destination because it has it all – deserts, beaches and everything, and Dubai specifically is an awesome destination for any event. For us as hoteliers, DWP is a starting point to build relationships & connections. You make everyone special

Zaya Nurai Island United Arab Emirates