
For Luxury and China, will the next decade be ‘back to the future’?
The next decade will bring significant changes for China's luxury sector. But to see where it's heading, we need to understand where it's been....
Published July 31, 2021

What will luxury look like in the future? As luxury goods and brands begin occupying the virtual space, we explore the implications for the companies that create desirable and exclusive items. New technologies such as non-fungible tokens (NFTs), blockchain and cryptocurrencies are accelerating the shift of consumption and wealth into the digital world. What does it mean for the global economy? Is it sustainable? Or is it all just hype?
Join us for a panel event that will explore the diverse issues around the luxury economy and its future agility. Both sessions will be led by Michael Solomon, Chief Editor of Forbes Life and Stéphane JG Girod, Professor of Strategy at IMD. They will help you develop the tools you need to succeed in 2021 and beyond.
The Future of Luxury Live Roundtable is a joint collaboration between IMD and Forbes.

Join our LiVe roundtable and engage with our panel of experts:
• Benjamin Arabov, CEO of Jacob & Co
• Michael del Castillo, Forbes Editor for Blockchain and cryptocurrencies
• John Egan, CEO of L’Atelier BNP Paribas
• Daniela Ott, General Secretary of The Aura Blockchain Consortium
Michael Solomon, Chief Editor of Forbes Life and Stéphane JG Girod, Professor of Strategy at IMD will facilitate this conversation.

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