Many luxury brands have engaged in corporate social responsibility by linking products to a charitable cause. But altruism is at odds with the materialistic motivations to purchase fancy watches or handbags. So how do luxury brands overcome the paradox and get their clients to engage in charitable giving? Find out in this new study by HEC Paris Marketing Professor L. J. Shrum and PhD Sukhyun Kim, and Kiwan Park of Seoul National University.
By L. J. Shrum
Year after year, the economic situation of the nomads of the Tibetan Plateau deteriorates. In response, the Norlha project, which means “providence,” was launched in 2006. It aims to add value to yak wool by creating very high quality products for the luxury market. Anne Michaut reveals how the luxury market can help to provide outlets for handicraft and improve the standard of living of poor populations.
By Anne Michaut
Should France abandon manufacturing in favor of becoming a service economy? “Such a policy in key sectors would signal the loss of our sovereignty and would not solve our problems,” warns Jean-Noël Kapferer. His proposal: build a Brand France with strong and distinctive values, capable of catalyzing the sale of high-end products, services, and culture both at home and abroad.
By Jean-Noël Kapferer