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'Everyone had a black luggage': How Away shook up the travel industry
This week, Away CEO Jessica Schinazi takes us behind one of the most recognizable names in travel — and what it takes to keep building when the market moves faster than ever. In this conversation, we dive into:
00:00: Introduction
02:04: From Brazil and France to building a life in New York
02:41: How family dynamics shaped Jessica’s leadership style
03:16: Leadership lessons from Dyson, Amazon and LVMH
06:09: Away’s brand strategy and competitive advantage
08:48: Joining Away at a pivotal moment
11:11: How Away navigated previous leadership challenges and COVID
14:18: Jessica’s approach to…
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