Episode

How Italian Luxury Brand Golden Goose Determined Its Next Phase of Growth

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Jan 20, 2026
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Summary

In 2025, Golden Goose, the Italian brand known for its handcrafted, distressed sneakers, was at a crossroads. CEO Silvio Campara had grown the label from a cult favorite into a $650 million global force, but sustaining that growth raised tough questions: Should the company double down on sneakers, expand into ready-to-wear and accessories, or push into emerging international markets? Harvard Business School Professor Juan Alcacer and entrepreneur Alexandre Daillance co-wrote the case “Golden Goose: Reshaping Luxury.” They join host Brian Kenny to explore how the brand has upended traditional fashion norms by embracing imperfection, inviting co-creation, and redefining what it means to scale in the luxury world.