The second edition of FROM LOVER TO BUYER™, was taking place on Friday, May 15th, at Equinox Hotel from 11AM to 4:30PM — an afternoon of insightful conversation, inspiring company, and a gourmet lunch with a view, shared among collectors, creators, founders, and friends.
At the intersection of conversation, company, and connection, FROM LOVER TO BUYER™ is a collector-centric, artist-forward gathering for meaningful exchange across art, culture, hospitality, luxury, wellness, and capital — shaping new perspectives on contemporary collecting.
Our 2026 theme is VALUE — exploring how it is created through art and culture, from emotional and relational impact to cultural capital, wellness, financial strategy, and wealth management.
Speakers include:
• architect and hospitality strategist Savinien Caracostea
• entrepreneur and digital artist Rodolphe Ködderitzsch
• neuro-artists Harriet and Johannes Girardoni
• internationally acclaimed multimedia artist Grimanesa Amorós
• Josh Romm, Head of Global Licensing & Partnerships at The Metropolitan Museum of Art
• Jessica Miller, Vice President of External Relations at LVMH North America
• Mark Koch, co-founder of global brand-builder Alternatives
• technology investor and collector Max Dolgicer
• art finance guru Andrea Danese
• plus… Rockjazz pianist, composer, and entrepreneur ELEW / Eric Lewis, fresh off a new single release with Sting