Gucci CEO claims philanthropy gives meaning to luxury products
VIENNA, Austria – The CEO of Gucci at the FT Business of Luxury Summit 2013 earlier this week said that the long-term goal of the Italian brand’s philanthropic efforts is to enhance its reputation and meaning to consumers.
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Cartier boosts New York foot traffic via limited-time installation
Richemont’s Cartier is boosting foot traffic to its New York boutique by hosting an installation for its revamped Paris Nouvelle Vague collection.
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Audi upgrades digital brand experience through new immersive Web site
Audi of America is enhancing the customer journey by remodeling its Web strategy to provide easy navigation and a cleaner look among other updates.
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Armani opens up exclusive Rome event to digital audience
Italian fashion house Giorgio Armani is keeping the brand top of mind to a global audience with a digital campaign for its One Night Only Roma event.
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Mercedes-Benz propels environmental efforts via mobile app
German automaker Mercedes-Benz is propelling environmental efforts through a new mobile application that shows off the energy-saving technology used in its vehicles.
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The Hollywood Reporter relaunch triggered 119pc luxury ad growth
Prometheus Global Media’s Hollywood Reporter reported a 119 percent year-over-year increase from 2011 to 2012 in luxury advertising after its transition from a trade magazine to a mainstream entertainment news source.
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BMW, Mercedes, luxury hotels and China – News briefs
Today in luxury marketing – BMW says Abenomics boosting Japan demand amid slump in Europe; Mercedes enjoys record May as compacts drive sales growth; Luxury hotels: Luring the next generation; Luxe brands take strategic approach to China’s lower-tier cities.
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Book excerpt: Deliver total product experiences
What your company sells is no longer just a product or service. The product is now at the center of a total product experience. Unless you realize this, you will get outmaneuvered by digital disruptors whose products may not be as good, but who offer better experiences.
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