In this first episode of Season 2 of the Luxury Podcast, meet the iconic Jean-Christophe Babin, CEO of LVMH Watches & Bvlgari Group.

The unusual journey of Jean-Christophe Babin, from "lessivier" to the head of the greatest watchmaking houses

Jean-Christophe Babin reveals his unique path: after HEC and a stint in the French Navy, he honed his skills in the detergent industry for nearly 15 years before entering the luxury world. At the helm of TAG Heuer, he revitalizes the House and establishes it among the leading brands in Swiss watchmaking. In 2013, he becomes the CEO of Bvlgari, the iconic Italian house that he restructures and helps thrive to build the famous House we know today.

How to revive a luxury house and face the watchmaking crisis

In this episode, he shares his vision of the challenges in the sector, notably the watchmaking crisis, and explains how he resurrected the watch division of TAG Heuer and Bvlgari. Between personal anecdotes and brand strategy, Jean-Christophe Babin provides us with an inspiring testimony on management, passion, and the future of luxury watchmaking.

What you will discover in this episode

• The behind-the-scenes of an exceptional journey, rich in twists and turns

• The transformation of TAG Heuer and Bvlgari

• Jean-Christophe Babin's vision for the future of luxury watchmaking, his analysis of the crisis, and his perspectives on innovation

• The importance of women's roles in the luxury industry

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