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The Monocle Quality of Life Conference – Meet the speakers

From architects and mayors shaping better cities to fashion, retail and culture visionaries, this year’s line-up brings together global leaders and bright talents who are all redefining quality of life. Explore the speaker list below. The line-up is still growing – check back for the latest updates.


Architecture & urbanism:

Emre Arolat
Co-founder and principal, EAA

The Turkish architect creating spaces that echo the soul of their settings.

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Dimitri Davoise


Marcos Parera Blanch
Creative director and co-founder, Mesura

The Barcelona-based architect exporting a Mediterranean ease to the world.

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Fashion & retail:


Adriana Domínguez
Executive chairwoman of Adolfo Domínguez

Meet the leader redefining one of Spain’s most iconic fashion brands.

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Design:



The Milan-based Japanese designer sticking up for craft.

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Geopolitics, mobility & security:






Living better:


The therapeutic clinic director with entrepreneurial know-how.

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Vania de la Fuente

Building better cities:

The record-breaking civic leader of South Africa’s second city.

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Geordin Hill

Meet the tourism leader helping to tell Barcelona’s stories on a global stage.

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Special guests & local hosts:

Jordi Labanda
Commercial artist

The illustrator who captures life (and Barcelona) with wit, elegance and a knowing wink.

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The head concierge on the art of the perfect welcome.

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The hotelier who keeps the locals happy (and in business).

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The media founder with a keen eye for design and curated interiors.

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