“Greg Furman is the ultimate "connector". The Luxury Marketing Council provides a wonderful forum to exchange ideas, network with others in the luxury space and learn what other cutting edge professionals are thinking and doing". As one of the original members from the financial services business, we have developed relationships and alliances with others of similar brand value representing the ultra high net worth market. A success all around!”
Neuberger Berman
“As one of the founding members of the Luxury Marketing Council, The Metropolitan Museum of Art has enjoyed for more than a decade the exceptional benefits this unique professional association has to offer. Greg Furman's brilliant leadership assures that the council continues to foster innovative strategic thinking and create opportunities for collaboration amongst top executives in the luxury goods sector. The association's membership is of the highest caliber, the speakers and discussion topics extremely insightful and relevant to today's business environment, and the ambiance always pleasantly collegial. I look forward to council events as opportunities to interact with and share knowledge with my peers while fostering the interests of the Museum.”
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
“Mercedes-Benz is proud to be one of the founding members of the Luxury Marketing Council. Maybach, the new ultra luxury vehicle in the Mercedes-Benz family, is carrying on the long-standing tradition of networking and partnership opportunities promoted by the Luxury Marketing Council.Maybach has been the direct beneficiary of several alliances forged during our meetings. The ultra luxury segment is often misunderstood and underrepresented in a mass market focused industry. Here's a group that understands it, speaks to it, and builds creative inroads to penetrate this deliberately elusive segment.A special thank you to Greg Furman for constantly seeking out new members who bring new perspective.”
Mercedes-Benz USA
“As leaders of today’s luxury brands, we all strive to stay ahead of the curve. The Luxury Marketing Council has distinguished itself by providing a forum for exposure to innovation and trends, before they become common practice. I have been a member for several years as well as a panel speaker. It is one of the very few organizations that achieves consistent, full house attendance at each of its programs…and that speaks for itself. Each time I participate I leave with at least one new idea or business contact. Several of these have led to new marketing opportunities and one to a million dollar sales initiative.
Chairman, Greg Furman, has developed a strong network, clearly focused, and has proven to be a great partner to all that participate. Moreover, his enthusiasm and commitment to the organization is a strong driving force and foundation of the council’s amazing success. The council meets its challenge of hosting provocative meetings, featuring intelligent, dynamic experts, in an environment that encourages information-sharing and alliances with like-minded companies.””
The Judith Ripka Companies
“We all know that at the core of every successful business is its relationships with people; both inside and outside the company. The Luxury Marketing Council’s networking opportunities help to support us all as our brands become more strategic and evolve in an extremely competitive market place. The benefits of membership are evident; just read the roster of prestigious global companies participating.
The Luxury Council has been a great asset to us at YSL Beaute. Having this important and strategic connection to other key luxury companies has not only proven to be beneficial but has been very informative as well. The cosmetic industry is very broad and members are very interactive, but there are very few luxury players. Having access to our "luxury" colleagues is wonderful. I look forward to more brainstorming and inter-connecting in 2006!”
Yves St. Laurent Beaute
