Emerging Luxury Council
Created in 2022, the Emerging Luxury Council recognizes today’s luxury landscape and welcomes newer brands whose DNA is rooted in excellence, craftsmanship, quality, and creativity.
Emerging Luxury Council Programs
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The Executive Workshop is designed to address a brand-specific topic or issue that a company is facing, allowing a few select LEF students and alumni to participate in providing research and solutions. The workshop is conducive to creating a true outcome and value-add over three sessions.
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The Emerging Luxury Mentorship Program pairs one of our startup founders with a seasoned professional from the LEF family during three 30-minute meetings over a 6-month period to give one another guidance and feedback on specific business challenges and the luxury industry in general. We encourage both mentor and mentee to learn from one another, making this a mutually beneficial program.
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These intimate, 60-minute exchanges allow our Emerging Luxury Brands to connect with luxury leadership. They receive guidance on troubleshooting current challenges, and receive general advice from some of the most respected individuals in luxury. These events are held in-person and virtually.
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The Executive Office Hours Program pairs one of our startup founders with a seasoned professional from the LEF family for a 20-minute one-on-one Zoom meeting. The executives offer targeted guidance and feedback on specific business challenges and the luxury industry in general.
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LEF organizes an annual reunion program in NYC for our Emerging Luxury Brands based around the world, including NYC, LA, London, Venice, and Australia. The program includes panel discusions, metings with executives, and networking opportunities.
The Emerging Luxury Council is focused on mentoring smaller luxury brands and startups with their continued growth and success. Through the Emerging Luxury Council, participating companies have access to a network of seasoned CEOs, the LEF Alumni network, and hallmark events.
The Emerging Luxury Council is by application only.
Meet our ELC Founders
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Gourav Soni
CMO, 64Facets
Co-Chair, Emerging Luxury Council
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Emily Rudman
Founder & CEO, Emilie Heathe
Co-Chair, Emerging Luxury Council
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Lola Banjo
Founder and Creative Director, Silver & Riley
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Andrés Briseño
Co-Founder & Board Member, Archipielago Spirits
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Jasmine Chong
Founder & Designer, Jasmine Chong
Co-Founder, Celestia Yacht
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Tana Chung
Founder, Tana Chung Fine Jewelry
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Andrew Kwon
Founder and Designer, Andrew Kwon
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Min Santandrea
Founder, SantM
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Catherine Smith-Licari
Founder, Plan de Ville
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Patricia Voto
Founder and Designer, ONE/OF
Meet our ELC Nest
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Leila Merz
Co-Founder, Side Eye NYC
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Athina Rickmers
Co-Founder & Creative Director, Side Eye NYC
"If you’re a key decision-maker at a small luxury brand, you would often find yourself wondering if you're operating the right way. You wish there were others who understood you and could chime in with trusted and qualified advice. You will find this community in the Emerging Luxury Council."
Gourav Soni
CMO, 64Facets
Founding Member and Chair, Emerging Luxury Council