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IFCCI's Career Booster Season II – Session II

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IFCCI organised its Career Booster Season II Session II, titled "Building the Next Generation of Luxury Retail Talent in India."

The Indo-French Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IFCCI), under the aegis of its HR and Higher Education Committees, successfully organised its Career Booster Season II Session II, titled "Building the Next Generation of Luxury Retail Talent in India." 

The webinar brought together students, young professionals, and industry leaders to gain valuable insights into the evolving landscape of luxury retail and the skills required to build a successful career in the sector.

The session commenced with welcome remarks by Ms. Jyotsna Mansukhani, Head – HR & Recruitment Services, IFCCI, who reaffirmed IFCCI's commitment to strengthening the talent ecosystem by creating meaningful interactions between industry leaders, higher education institutions, and aspiring professionals.

The session then transitioned into an engaging fireside chat between Ms. Bhawna Khurana, People Business Partner, Louis Vuitton India & Vice-Chairperson, IFCCI HR Committee, and Ms. Maud Le Bars, South Asia Area Manager, OMNES Education & Chairperson, IFCCI Higher Education Committee.

Drawing from her extensive experience in luxury retail and human resources, Ms. Bhawna Khurana shared valuable perspectives on the evolution of India's luxury retail market, the growing opportunities within the sector, and the qualities that distinguish successful professionals in this highly competitive industry. The discussion also explored the unique culture of luxury brands, the importance of client experience, and how organisations such as Louis Vuitton nurture talent through structured learning and leadership development initiatives.

Some of the key insights shared during the session included:

• The defining role of heritage, craftsmanship, and exceptional client experience in the luxury industry.
• The expanding career opportunities available across retail operations, merchandising, client experience, supply chain, and corporate functions.
• The importance of developing adaptability, resilience, emotional intelligence, curiosity, and a customer-centric mindset to succeed in luxury retail.
• The growing value of continuous learning, international exposure, and cross-cultural competence in building careers within global luxury organisations.
• Louis Vuitton's commitment to developing future leaders through initiatives such as the HORIZONS Graduate Programme, alongside its strong emphasis on learning and development.

The discussion also highlighted the evolving expectations of luxury consumers in India, and the importance of aligning personal values with the heritage and culture of global luxury brands.

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where participants engaged in insightful discussions.

Through the Career Booster series, IFCCI continues to provide a platform for knowledge sharing and meaningful industry engagement, enabling students and young professionals to better understand emerging career pathways while strengthening the connection between higher education and the Indo-French business community.