The Gstaad Guy sits down with Ilaria Resta, CEO of Audemars Piguet and one of the leading voices in Swiss watchmaking, to explore how tradition and modernity intersect in one of the world’s most enduring industries. With a career shaped by deep respect for heritage and a passion for innovation, Ilaria brings a unique perspective on what it means to steward a ... Show More
Mar 4
Kerzner International CEO: Philippe Zuber – Destinations, Experience, & The Future of Hospitality
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Philippe Zuber, CEO of Kerzner International, to explore how modern luxury hospitality is evolving from hotel stays into fully immersive destinations. As the driving force behind brands such as One&Only, Atlantis, SIRO, and Rare Finds, Philippe share ... Show More
1h 22m
Feb 25
Ferragamo Chief Product Officer: James Ferragamo – Craftsmanship, Legacy, & The Italian Way of Luxury
The Gstaad Guy sits down with James Ferragamo, Chief Product Officer at Salvatore Ferragamo, to explore how a century-old family business continues to evolve without losing its soul. From Florence and the historic halls of Palazzo Spini Feroni to working closely with artisans and ... Show More
1h 12m
Feb 18
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel Managing Director: Richard Leuenberger – Legacy, Trust, & The Art of Timeless Hospitality
The Gstaad Guy sits down with Richard Leuenberger, Managing Director of Badrutt’s Palace Hotel, to explore what it takes to steward one of the world’s most storied hotels in a constantly evolving world. Often described as a living museum, Badrutt’s Palace embodies history, nostal ... Show More
1h 13m
May 2025
Giancarlo Giammetti on Securing Valentino’s Legacy
Giancarlo Giammetti met Valentino Garavani by chance on July 31, 1960, setting in motion one of fashion’s most enduring — and most successful — creative partnerships. Together, they transformed Valentino into a global fashion powerhouse, celebrated for its elegance, craftsmanship ... Show More
42m 43s
May 2025
"How IWC Broke All The Rules!" | Christoph Grainger-Herr, CEO of IWC Watches
Christoph is the CEO of IWC Schaffhausen, where he blends creative design sensibility with strategic leadership to steer one of Switzerland’s premier luxury watchmakers. Originally from Germany, he studied interior design in England and Switzerland before first collaborating with ... Show More
47m 56s
Dec 2019
One ring to rule them all: How the Azza Fahmy brand became a precious heirloom that was nourished into a global luxury powerhouse
After taking over the helm at Azza Fahmy back in 2006, Fatma Ghali, along with her sister Amina, built on the legacy of their mother, spearheading the expansion of the brand outside of Egypt and added a contemporary perspective to the company’s designs. They established a foothol ... Show More
29m 30s
Nov 2024
Fratello Talks: A. Lange & Söhne
<p>Hello, and welcome, folks, to <em>Fratello Talks</em>. Germany's most prestigious watch brand has turned thirty this year! So today, in honor of their third decade of watchmaking from their seat in Glashütte, we're talking all about A. Lange & Söhne. Now, some of ... Show More
28m 26s
May 2025
Blending Saudi history, fashion, and business with Qormuz founder Abdulrahman Alabed
In this episode, Abdulrahman Al-Abed, founder and creative director of Qormuz, joins us to discuss how he fuses Saudi Arabia’s rich history and culture with contemporary fashion and lifestyle design. He shares his journey from law graduate to fashion designer, the inspiration beh ... Show More
49m 41s
Dec 2024
How Skims and On Create Cultural Relevance
<p>Many fashion brands are realising that operating across multiple cultural sectors is a business necessity. In our social feeds, fashion competes with music, film, and sports for our attention.</p><br><p>Learning how to tap into other cultural sectors is something that many fas ... Show More
25m 30s
Apr 2025
From Legacy to Leadership: How the Second Generation Builds Forward
Keyth Pisani is the second generation of the family enterprise Corinthia Group, which is a leading international hotel developer, investor, and operator. It was founded in Malta in 1962 when Keyth’s father Alfred Pisani opened a restaurant. The family developed the restaurant int ... Show More
36m 29s