About WIM
A platform for the exchange of expertise, ideas, synergies and contacts where industry leaders meet to discuss and define future strategies.
A community that gives access to exclusive Italian locations, important private event and wedding organizations and talented service companies.
Inaugurated for the first time in 2018 at the behest of Tommaso Corsini, CEO of Corsini Events group, it is preparing in 2024 for its sixth edition after a path that has aimed to offer important assets to the entire Hospitality & Travel, Private Events & Wedding Organization sector in Italy thanks to the quality of its participants and the content of its programs.
Since its first edition, WIM aims to select important industry players and provide them with as many opportunities for meetings, knowledge, updates and insights that can support the chain of Private Events, Wedding and Destination Wedding in Italy.
WIM aims, as always, to accompany all participating realities in the development and consolidation of their brand.
We Inspire Memories is our mission.
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IN 5 EDITIONS SINCE 2018, WIM HAS HOSTED MORE THAN 700 NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES OF THE WEDDING, EVENT AND HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY WITH ABOUT 2,500 MEETINGS AND NEW RELATIONSHIPS DURING NETWORKING MOMENTS.
WIM has the support of institutions. It contributes to educating all industry players with respect to trends and market news through research and studies prepared exclusively for the event.
Program & Locations
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The figures of the sixth edition of WIM 2024
Florence, 25 November 2024 – After three unforgettable days, “WIM 2024 – We Inspire Memories” concluded in Florence, confirming itself as the most important Italian networking event in the world of private events with the participation of over 280 professionals and distinguished national and international speakers.
“WIM 2024 – We Inspire Memories” has closed its sixth edition, once again reaffirming itself as an event that has left an indelible imprint on the city of Florence and the panorama of the “Wedding & Private events Industry” in Italy.
From 20 to 22 November 2024, the recent edition was the beating heart of private event tourism, welcoming over 280 market players including private locations, individual hotels, hotel chains, Service companies, event & wedding planners, and sponsors. WIM brought together the main players in a sector estimated at more than 15 billion euros for the Italian system.
The active participation of over 70 buyers and more than 200 people from all over Italy has transformed Florence into a crossroads of connections, experiences, and strategic opportunities. The dynamic atmosphere and palpable enthusiasm, from the very beginning of the event, reflect the success and importance of WIM, making it an essential meeting point for the private events market and the travel industry.
The support of more than 30 selected sponsors, the distinguished presence of 12 prominent speakers, and the contribution of three major media partners contributed, together with ad hoc market research prepared, to define the event as a beacon of excellence and innovation in the Italian landscape.
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Hotels suggested by WIM 2024
WIM recommends* the following Hotels for your stay in Florence
on the occasion of the sixth edition to be held from 20 to 22 November.
We invite you to contact the structure of your interest directly.
Thanks to the WIM Code 2024,
special treatment will be reserved
to all participants staying with them.
* The suggestions are constantly updated.
Hotel Villa Medici - Sina Hotels
The prestigious 5-star Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection is an early 19th-century historic palazzo in the heart of Florence.
The hotel, while respecting the historic charm of the building, flaunts a contemporary look, combining modern works of art, many of them specially created by the artist Marco Lanza, with antiques that are protected by the Fine Arts Authority.
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Anglo American Hotel Florence Curio Collection by Hilton
Our historic hotel, which dates to the 19th-century, is in a quiet area of central Florence, a 10-minute walk from Firenze Santa Maria Novella train station. The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery are within two kilometers. Enjoy our beautiful inner garden and all-day dining at our restaurant.
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Palazzo Portinari Salviati - LDC Hotels Italy
“Your Place in History” is an invitation to stay in an iconic palace that is part and parcel of Florentine history and tradition: Palazzo Portinari Salviati, an exclusive historical house in Florence with luxury hotel services and Michelin-starred restaurant.
Following meticulous restoration, the prestigious 15th century Renaissance home of Beatrice Portinari, Dante’s muse, and the first residence of Cosimo I de’ Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, is back in all its splendour.
Today the Palazzo houses elegant suites with frescoes from the 1700’s and luxurious apartments overlooking the heart of the city with breathtaking views of the Duomo and its majestic Brunelleschi dome.
Hotel Number Nine - Luxury and Comfort in the Historic Center of Florence
In the vibrant heart of Florence, just steps away from the Duomo and the Medici Chapels, Hotel Number Nine offers a unique stay experience. Transformed by the visionary Miss Moretti into an elegant and eclectic Florentine home, every corner of the hotel reflects a journey through luxury and tradition, with refined materials sourced from around the world and pieces of art adorning every space. Perfect for those seeking an authentic and stylish experience in the historic center of Florence.
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Helvetia & Bristol
A timeless 5-star hotel with spa in Florence. Rich in history and glamour, Helvetia & Bristol has been charming guests since 1885, when Florence was a compulsory stop on the Grand Tour. The recent renovation has led to the addition of a new wing with interiors signed by the famous designer Anouska Hempel and the largest luxury spa in the historic centre, with 540 square metres of space dedicated to wellness, calidarium, tepidarium, sudatorium, frigidarium and two spectacular swimming pools. The hotel is also a culinary destination, with a breakfast by Maestro Iginio Massari and a restaurant and bar by Cibrèo, an iconic protagonist of the Florentine gastronomic scene.
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Starshotels Michelangelo
Modern style and Florentine glamour. The Starhotels Michelangelo in Florence is located in a strategic position, with excellent connections to S. Maria Novella Station, a short walk from the Stazione Leopolda convention centre and the Maggio Musicale Fiorentino Theatre. The hotel combines classic style and contemporary elegance.
119 rooms with furnishings inspired by typical Italian design, combining contemporary chic style with maximum comfort. The Assaggi restaurant serves typical Tuscan dishes with selected ingredients. The Assaggi bar is the ideal place to relax and enjoy a drink.
Willing to join the event?
Join national and international wedding and event professionals who want to increase their network of relationships and support the growth of their industry in Italy.
You can participate in WIM 2024 as a Buyer, Seller or Sponsor.
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