In this podcast episode, Torsten Müller-Ötvös, the former CEO of Rolls Royce Motorcars, discusses his transformative journey in luxury automotive branding. He emphasizes the shift from traditional perceptions of car ownership to a focus on experiences and client engagement, particularly among younger, more diverse clientele. Torsten highlights the importance of storytelling in luxury branding and the need for bespoke offerings to enhance brand value. He reflects on the evolution of luxury towards a more human-centric approach, advocating for sustainability and holistic well-being in future luxury experiences. The conversation underscores the critical role of client centricity and effective training in delivering exceptional luxury service. Daniel Langer and Torsten Müller-Ötvös are offering joint luxury masterclasses worldwide on how to be successful with ultra-luxury clients and how to transform luxury brands to make them future-ready, combining their decades long expertise to provide luxury brands unmatched luxury insights. Reach out to Dr. Langer at dl@equitebrands.com and Torsten at tmo@tmo-cp.com.

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In this Future of Luxury podcast, Niccolò Ricci, CEO of Stefano Ricci, discusses the brand's evolution from ties to a diverse range of luxury products, emphasizing quality and design. He highlights the importance of experiences in remote locations, like Cambodia, as part of the brand's vision, encouraging clients to connect with nature. The podcast also touches on the significance of sustainability in luxury fashion, with initiatives to train young artisans and minimize environmental impact. Ricci notes a shift in customer demographics, particularly with Generation Z, who value authenticity and the stories behind brands. The brand is expanding into new areas like interior design, reflecting the changing desires of its clientele.

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Founded in 1972 by Stefano Ricci, the eponymous luxury lifestyle company, STEFANO RICCI S.p.A., embodies Italian craftsmanship and tradition. With a strong family history at its core, the company has consistently maintained a "100% Made in Italy" ethos, delivering quality, sophistication, and elegance: from made to measure tailoring to premium leather goods, from a luxury home line to bespoke high end interiors and traditional goldsmith jewelry. Encompassing a global team of over 800 employees engaged in Italian production and retail, the brand's headquarters sprawl over 9,000 square meters in the scenic hills of Fiesole. With 80 boutiques worldwide, including flagship stores in major capital cities and 21 shop-in-shops, STEFANO RICCI continues to redefine luxury living with its diverse range of products.

Niccolò Ricci, Born in Florence in 1977 - Graduated in Business Administration in 2001. He then did a long internship in the United States, working closely with the C.E.O. of a department store in the luxury sector.

In 2003, he became Head of the Corporate Plan for the development of new markets and the control of retail operations in STEFANO RICCI S.p.A.. Since 2007, he has been C.E.O. of STEFANO RICCI S.p.A., from 2010 to 2023 he has been also appointed co-administrator of the Antico Setificio Fiorentino, a historical silk manufacturer operating continuously since 1786, acquired the year before by the STEFANO RICCI S.p.A. From 2011 to 2015, he was a Confindustria Firenze Council member with an internationalisation mandate.

From 2016 to 2020, he was a member of the Board of Directors of ICE Italy. Since 2020, he has been Consigliere of Pitti Immagine S.r.l., and since 2022 he has held the same position at Polimoda S.r.l.

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In this podcast episode, Jonathan Levine, the founder, and CEO of Master & Dynamic, shares his journey of creating a luxury audio brand inspired by his son's love for music. Launched in 2014, the company emphasizes design and craftsmanship, prioritizing quality materials and acoustic performance over technology hype. Levine discusses the importance of brand consistency and trust among luxury consumers, highlighting the need for a long-term vision in the industry. He reflects on the gradual success of Master & Dynamic, emphasizing the role of customer connections and word-of-mouth in promoting the brand. The conversation concludes with thoughts on the future of luxury, focusing on the desire for fewer but better products.

Jonathan Levine is a serial consumer products entrepreneur. After a short career on Wall Street and after graduating from business school with a major in finance, Jonathan started his first company, Power-To-Go, which became a leader in 12V-powered automotive aftermarket accessories.

He then went on to found Team Products International, a portable power equipment and lawn & garden company, selling products under the licenses Coleman; Coleman Powermate, and Sunbeam. His last non-audio business was Lancer & Loader Group where he became an early leader in battery-operated LED lighting products under the Rite Lite brand. All three businesses had successful exits.

Levine launched the design-driven luxury audio company Master & Dynamic in May 2014. From a mere idea sparked by the products his then-teenage sons were using to a coveted brand with an increasing number of products, Master & Dynamic has been built on the same principles that drive Mr. Levine: design, technology, craftsmanship, creativity, and collaboration. With Mr. Levine at the helm, Master & Dynamic has partnered with many of the most respected and iconic luxury brands in the world including Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Celine, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Mercedes/AMG, Ermenegildo Zegn, and Leica Camera.

Mr. Levine earned an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business in 1987 and an undergraduate degree in English from the University of Pennsylvania in 1984. During his time at The University of Pennsylvania, Levine was a member of the Nationally ranked Lightweight Men’s Crew team and an officer of the Sigma Chi Fraternity. He did this while simultaneously working full-time during his sophomore, junior and senior years.

Levine is the father of two sons and stepfather to four children. He is an avid cyclist, runner, swimmer, and endurance athlete. In July 2024 he and his son-in-law set a Guinness World Record running 24 Half Marathons in 30 days.

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