In this episode, host Filiberto interviews Alberto Duran Sampedro, a long-time friend and colleague from their MBA days. Alberto shares his extensive journey from banking to working in an advertising agency, the pharmaceutical industry, and finally joining his family's luxury jewellery business in Spain. Alberto provides insights on the evolution of the global jewellery market, highlighting a shift from high-end watches to branded jewellery and explaining how digital platforms and the consolidation of brands are reshaping the industry. They also discuss the importance of storytelling, traceability, and sustainability in luxury. The episode concludes with Alberto's thoughts on future trends and potential investment areas within the luxury market, emphasising brands with authentic narratives and emerging markets like Japan, Korea, and India.
00:00 Introduction
01:01 Meet Today's Guest: Alberto Duran
01:42 Alberto's Career Journey
02:17 Overview of the Family Business
04:24 Shifts in the Global Jewellery Market
06:55 The Rise of Branded Jewellery
13:03 Digital Influence on the Jewellery Industry
20:43 Trends and Future of the Luxury Sector
28:04 Balancing Tradition and Modernity
31:26 Conclusion
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