"Off the Cuff" is a Proust-style Q&A series featuring those shaping the world's luxury brands. We explore the career paths, current projects and next steps of those at the top, getting to know industry leaders on a personal level.
Below is a collection of all of our in-depth interviews from the third quarter of 2025 to inspire the rest of your year and beyond.
Nathalie Laitmon, CEO and cofounder of U.S.-based household staffing agency The Calendar Group, discussed lessons from the factory floor, the power of a puppy hug and peace of mind as the ultimate luxury (read the Q&A here).
Alison Bringé, chief marketing officer for global brand performance software company Launchmetrics, discussed starting small, staying one step ahead of the competition and a favorite media-mogul icon (read the Q&A here).
Samuel Chamberlain, CEO of the Americas for luxury small-ship expedition line Ponant, discussed the power of understanding other perspectives, finding luxury in simplicity and his cooking-gear habit (read the Q&A here).
Clare Schifano, global marketing director for British luxury bed and mattress brand Vispring, discussed minding your manners, the importance of quality sleep for overall wellness and the excitement of a full brand refresh (read the Q&A here).
Paolo Riva, chief brand partnerships and buying officer for U.S. retailers Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, discussed pushing through difficult situations, the basics of luxury that will never change and indulging in time with his city and family (read the Q&A here).
Be sure to tune in Fridays throughout the rest of the year for more insights from the talent behind the best luxury brands.
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