CANALI ON CANALI
STEFANO CANALI has a relaxed demeanour. The President and CEO of Canali Spa, scion of the dynasty that is synonymous with menswear, loves India for its culture and immense business potential. In a joint venture (JV) with Reliance Brands, Canali wants more of the India piece and says it is here for the long haul. A man with conviction that physical stores for his brand will always be around, he thinks e-commerce will complement it. In a freewheeling chat, he opens up on a host of issues, from how the pandemic has been hugely disruptive to how much India matters to the company. Edited excerpts:
What is it about India that has struck you as being remarkable?
chance to discover India on my first visit in 2008-09. I was very impressed with what I saw around culture and heritage. Casual conversations with people reveal a long history. To some extent,
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