Highlights from the Christie’s International Real Estate Global Owners Conference 2025
Inspire, connect, build together.
A few days marked by meaningful exchanges, inspiring encounters, and a shared vision to continuously elevate the standards of our profession.
“We always learn so much during these events and return to France inspired and energised, with new ideas and initiatives to bring to our market. We are truly grateful to everyone we met and for the many rich conversations of the past few days.”
Karin Maxwell
A Prestigious Setting for the Christie’s Global Owners Conference
The 2025 Global Owners Conference hosted by Christie’s International Real Estate took place in two of New York’s most iconic venues: the Plaza Hotel and the Christie’s auction house at Rockefeller Center.
This exclusive event, reserved for affiliate owners within the global Christie’s network, brought together some of the most influential names in luxury real estate to share expertise, compare best practices, and reflect collectively on the future of the industry.
Karin Maxwell and Michael Baynes, co-founders of Maxwell-Baynes | Christie’s International Real Estate, had the honour of representing both France and our agency.
Immersion in the Christie’s International Atmosphere
Welcoming Affiliates into Christie’s Artistic Atmosphere
Upon arrival, Karin and Michael were welcomed into the artistic and refined environment of Christie’s, where a carefully curated real estate exhibition was displayed in the main hall. They joined the official welcome breakfast alongside Christie’s international leadership team.
These opening moments also provided an opportunity to take in breathtaking views of Manhattan, discover current contemporary art exhibitions, and engage in informal conversations throughout the galleries.
Strategic Conversations Among Christie’s Affiliates
International Affiliates and the Evolution of Luxury Real Estate
Throughout the Christie’s International Real Estate Global Owners Conference 2025, forward-looking dialogue shaped ideas and fostered global perspectives. Karin and Michael engaged in high-level discussions with:
- Michael Chen, affiliate in Japan
- Stefano Martella, head of Christie’s Real Estate in Rome, Milan, and Naples
- Reed Jackson, affiliate in North Carolina
These conversations brought valuable insight into both local market trends and the evolving dynamics of global luxury real estate.
A Warm Closing with the Global Christie’s Network
The conference concluded with an elegant dinner at Le Pavillon on Vanderbilt, attended by members of the extended CIRE family, including Prokop Svoboda from the Czech Republic. This convivial moment highlighted the strong relationships within the network, built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence.
« “It’s no coincidence that Christie’s remains one of the greatest names in global luxury. Events like this remind us of the incredible work and commitment of the CIRE team and of all our affiliates representing key markets across the world.”
Michael Baynes
Renewed Momentum for the French Luxury Real Estate Market
Maxwell-Baynes’ participation in this strategic gathering reflects our ongoing commitment to staying ahead of the curve, enriching the client experience, and promoting French expertise on the international stage.
As the exclusive representative of Christie’s in the South-West of France, our agency continues its mission: to combine heritage, innovation, and excellence in the service of fine property.