LVMH

I am a big fan of Louis Vuitton handbags and fashion so was drawn to this episode on the Acquired podcast.  Though it was released nearly 2 years ago, this deep dive into the history of the company and the genius of Bernard Arnault is timeless.  His $15 million investment eventually made him and his family the richest people in the world (Arnault and Musk trade spots #1 and #2 depending on market shifts).  I loved learning about the luxury market, manufacturing decisions, celebrity influence, family business dynamics and so much more. Next time you walk by all those high end stores, you’ll have a new appreciation of how they survive and thrive.