The Experiential Planner Expo (EPEX) 2025 is set to welcome an elite delegation of UK wedding planners to Dubai next month, marking a significant moment in connecting the UK’s vibrant outbound wedding industry with the global luxury events sector.
Curated by leading voices in UK luxury weddings, the delegation will participate in EPEX’s prestigious Leadership Forum, contributing to a highly anticipated session titled:
“Cracking the UK Code: Opportunities in Luxury Weddings”
11:00 AM | Leadership Forum
A deep dive into the UK outbound weddings and celebrations market. What are British planners and clients looking for? How can suppliers in the Middle East better understand and deliver to this discerning audience?
This exclusive session is expected to be a cornerstone of the forum, offering insight into one of the most lucrative and design-forward markets in the global weddings industry.
Leading the UK delegation is a standout lineup of celebrated planners, each known for redefining the boundaries of luxury and creativity:
- Raj Somaiya (Silver Fox Events): Star of The Ultimate Wedding Planner, Raj is renowned for delivering large-scale, ultra-luxury events for high-net-worth clients worldwide.
- Suhani Trikam (Pristine Events): Multi-award-winning planner celebrated for translating personal stories into luxurious, internationally acclaimed celebrations.
- Rugie Wurie (Mrs Wedding Planner): A trusted name for culturally rich and stylish destination weddings, featured across major UK media including Sky News and ITV.
- Radhika Nathwani Juttla & Shindy Nathwani (Radhika and You): National Wedding Planner of the Year winners known for their signature blend of glamour and personalisation in high-style Asian weddings.
- Priti Raichura FRSA (Priti Raichura Events): A global name in luxury destination weddings, known for her meticulous, bespoke approach to event design.
The UK’s presence at EPEX 2025 is further amplified by the support of media partners Guides for Brides and Beyond Weddings, as the UK delegation sets out to build meaningful collaborations with global suppliers and venues.
“We’re thrilled to be bringing such an exceptional group of UK planners to EPEX 2025. This delegation is not only representative of the innovation and excellence in the UK weddings industry but is also a testament to the increasing demand for cross-market collaboration in the luxury space,” said Morea Mahmuti, Project Manager, EPEX 2025.
