Emerging Luxury Brands

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.

"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

Founding Member and Chair, Emerging Luxury Council

CMO, 64Facets

Join the Emerging Luxury Council

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.

Please contact us below if you are interest in joining LEF’s Emerging Luxury Council.

Emerging Luxury Brand Programs

Click on each program to learn more about it.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

Meet our Emerging Luxury Council