Marketing
January 18, 2019
Carmen Busquets was a cofounder investor of Net-a-Porter. Image credit: CarmenBusquets.com
By Sarah Ramirez
NEW YORK – Forward-thinking executives and researchers can have a significant impact on the luxury industry as heritage and other high-end brands look to expand their customer base during this competitive era.
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