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Amazon vs CDON, Allegro, & Bol.com

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AmazonUSMega CapCDONAllegroNetwork EffectsScale EconomiesSwitching CostsVertically Integrated RetailerPhysical Infra & NetworksConsumer Discretionary
Feb 5, 2021

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... Philippe Hemard: It is interesting that you mentioned about when I started building the European infrastructure because when I started, it was not European at all. Amazon was opening country by country, in Europe and elsewhere, because Japan opened at the same time as France. Amazon was still ...

Amazon European Logistics Buildout

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AmazonUSMega CapNetwork EffectsScale EconomiesSwitching CostsVertically Integrated RetailerPhysical Infra & NetworksConsumer Discretionary
May 29, 2020

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... Philippe Hemard: Back in 2000, we had just started in France. France opened 29th August, 2000. There were only two countries open, which were UK and Germany, which were both opened in 1998. When I say opened, it’s not really open, because Amazon bought two companies ...

Hermès Distribution: Balancing Kelly & Birkin Allocation Between VIPs and Local Clients

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HermèsFRLarge CapLVMHChanelKeringRichemontBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Jun 3, 2026

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... Analyst: I'm more familiar with the horology and automotive industries within luxury goods and have never spoken to an expert in leather goods and ready-to-wear. I'm keen to learn more about your strategy. ...

Amazon Europe: Logistics, Hiring and Leadership Principles

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AmazonUSMega CapNetwork EffectsScale EconomiesSwitching CostsVertically Integrated RetailerPhysical Infra & NetworksConsumer Discretionary
Apr 29, 2020

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... Philippe Hemard: Nice to be here ...

Halma, Crowcon Detection Instruments, & HLMA Process Safety Sector

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HalmaGBLarge CapSwitching CostsSerial AcquirerIndustrialsInformation Technology
Jan 14, 2022

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... In Practise: Can you describe the history of Crowcon? ...

Halma, Kirk Key, & HLMA Organisational Structure

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HalmaGBLarge CapSwitching CostsSerial AcquirerIndustrialsInformation Technology
Jan 12, 2022

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... In Practise: Can you provide an introduction to your role and responsibilities at KIRK Key? ...

Richemont: Van Cleef & Arpels Growth, Middle East & Alhambra

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RichemontCHLarge CapLVMHKeringBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Dec 1, 2025

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... Analyst: Before jumping into the specific questions we have, it would be great if you could provide a bit more about your background. I saw your bio, but it would be really interesting to get a walkthrough of the different roles you've had. Also, maybe a littl ...

LVMH: Balancing Quality and Growth

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LVMHFRMega CapHermèsRichemontBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Oct 22, 2024

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... In Practise: Maybe a good place to start would be how you landed at LVMH and how your role there evolved. Then we can go from there. ...

Watches of Switzerland: Channel Strategy & Certified Pre-Owned

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Watches of Switzerland GroupLVMHRolexRichemontBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Jul 13, 2025

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... Analyst: We're doing some work on Watches of Switzerland Group. We're trying to understand the market generally, working with wholesale partners, going direct, competitive positioning, and more about the company in general. We thought reaching out to you would ...

GE Aerospace: CFM LLPs, PMA Parts & Next-Generation Engine Risk

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GE AerospaceUSMega CapSafranHEICOTransDigm GroupProcess PowerSwitching CostsOEMs w/ Installed BaseMission Critical Products & ServicesSerial AcquirerIndustrials
Jun 19, 2026

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... Analyst: I'm doing more work to understand GE Aerospace as a standalone entity. Most of my questions will be about GE, the competitive nature of the aftermarket, CFM Materials, which you were closely involved with, LLP parts, the risk of PMA parts in engines, ...

IWC versus Rolex & Cartier: Brand Marketing

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RolexRichemontCullenFrost BankersConsumer DiscretionaryFinancials
Apr 5, 2020

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... In Practise: If you could just provide some background on IWC’s heritage and brand positioning when you joined? ...

SAP: Leadership Challenges, AI Strategy & Sovereign Cloud Execution

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Sap SeDEMega CapAnthropicDatabricksOpenAIGoogleMicrosoftOracleSwitching CostsNetwork EffectsB2B SoftwarePhysical Infra & NetworksMarketplaces & PlatformsInformation TechnologyCommunication Services
Apr 27, 2026

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... Analyst: We have been studying SAP from an investment landscape for the last couple of years. We do these channel checks and conversations with partners and key people in the industry to try and understand how SAP is currently positioned, what's going on in th ...

The Luxury Watches Grey Market & Asian Imports

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The SwatchCHLarge CapRichemontLVMHWatches of Switzerland GroupRolexBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Dec 4, 2024

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... In Practise: I think a good place to start would be for me to understand what you did at your distribution company in Hong Kong. I couldn't find much information online, but I'm curious if this relates to the gray market topic at all. ...

Watches of Switzerland Group USA: A Brand's Perspective

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Watches of Switzerland GroupGBSmall CapRichemontKeringLVMHBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Nov 7, 2025

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... Analyst: Why don't we get started with a quick background of your career and what you're up to now? ...

SAP: HANA Enterprise Cloud Architecture & Oracle Database Competition

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Sap SeDEMega CapOracleAmazonMicrosoftGoogleSwitching CostsNetwork EffectsScale EconomiesB2B SoftwareVertically Integrated RetailerPhysical Infra & NetworksMarketplaces & PlatformsInformation TechnologyConsumer DiscretionaryCommunication Services
Mar 9, 2026

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... Analyst: We've been studying SAP for the last couple of months, but have invested in and spent a lot of time on enterprise software over the last couple of years. We're trying to get a better grasp of the cloud transition, some of the moving parts when it come ...

Harris Computer: Building a French Software Platform from €16M to €66M

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Constellation SoftwareCALarge CapLumine GroupTopicusCHAPTERSSoftware CircleSwitching CostsB2B SoftwareSerial AcquirerInformation TechnologyHealth CareIndustrials
Mar 26, 2026

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... In Practise: Can we start with how you came to join Harris? ...

Watches of Switzerland: Rolex / Bucherer Acquisition & US Expansion

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Watches of Switzerland GroupGBSmall CapRolexLVMHBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Jul 15, 2024

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... Analyst: Thank you for taking the time today. ...

Judges Scientific PLC Geotek: Geologic AI Competition

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Judges ScientificEpirocSDI GroupBentley SystemsProcess PowerSerial AcquirerIndustrialsInformation Technology
Jun 6, 2025

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... In Practise: Geotek the company, specifically BoxScan. That's the context and why I wanted to speak to you. I have a few topics, but perhaps we could start with you telling me a little bit about GeologicAI's history, the main milestones over the past years, an ...

Birkenstock: US Wholesale Strategy, Distribution & Channel Allocation

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BirkenstockGBMid CapCrocsBrand EquityUnique IP & BrandsConsumer Discretionary
Feb 10, 2026

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... Analyst: We are an investment firm, entirely permanent capital. Our mandate is to find exceptional businesses run by exceptional people that are trading at a discount to what we think the intrinsic value of the assets are worth over time. Given the recent fear ...

Victoria, Balta Group, & UK Soft Flooring

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VictoriaGBSmall CapBalta GroupConsumer Discretionary
Apr 23, 2022

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... In Practise: Can you describe the core raw materials that go into standard soft flooring? ...

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