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The Luxury Item with Scott Kerr

Host Scott Kerr gives you the in-depth, unfiltered interviews with leaders of the world"s most influential luxury brands. Kerr chats with the biggest names in the luxury business, from CEOs and C-suite executives to creative directors and fashion designers, about the forces redefining the sector: from customer expectations and brand relevance to new approaches in creativity, operations, AI and growth strategy. Want to get in touch? Email us, scott@silvertoneconsulting.com

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32:54

S18 E09: Omer Acar, CEO of Raffles and Fairmont...

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2026/10/06

Luxury hospitality is entering a more selective phase. High-end travelers are still willing to pay for exceptional experiences, but the market is also becoming more competitive, with guests expecting reasons to return that go beyond a beautiful room. Scott Kerr is joined by Omer Acar, CEO of Raffles & Fairmont Hotels and Resorts—two of the world’s most storied luxury hotel brands—to discuss the changing economics, expectations, and cultural stakes of luxury hospitality. Omer explains

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30:54

S18 E08: Robert Dundon, CEO of Stetson

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2026/09/29

If there’s one influence quietly shaping popular culture, it’s the American West. An unavoidable, intensified fascination with all things Western has emerged across luxury, fashion, movies, TV and music. Stetson is a 160-year-old brand that's not only synonymous with the American cowboy hat, but with the enduring mythology of the American West. Scott Kerr sits down with Stetson's CEO Robert Dundon to discuss what's driving the renewed interest in Western style and why Stetson has endured as

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36:28

S18 E07: Victor Muller, Founder and CEO of Spyker Cars

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2026/09/15

Spyker is one of the most intriguing names in the collector car world: a Dutch marque with roots dating to 1880, revived for the modern era and defined by aviation-inspired design, hand-built craftsmanship, and an unapologetically analogue point of view. Scott Kerr sits down with Victor Muller, Spyker’s founder and CEO, Victor Muller, to discuss the brand’s turbulent history and why he revived the Dutch marque decades later. He also talks about the newer, younger cohort of affluent buyers

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32:31

S18 E06: Aaron Kirman, CEO of Christie's...

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2026/09/08

While the rest of America's homebuyers are stuck waiting out high rates, the ultra-wealthy are on a buying spree. As demand concentrates around truly distinctive properties, expertise in positioning and storytelling has become as important as the asset itself. Scott Kerr is joined by Aaron Kirman, founder and CEO of Christie's International Real Estate Southern California, and one of the most successful and influential figures in global luxury real estate. Aaron explains why the luxury

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45:22

S18 E05: Francois-Xavier Hotier, President of Ulysse...

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2026/08/25

Swiss watchmaking’s most compelling momentum may be coming from its independents. These small maisons pairing centuries of technical discipline with remarkably personal creative vision. One Swiss luxury manufacture that has repeatedly shown how an independent spirit can challenge the conventions of high horology is the 180-year-old Ulysse Nardin. Scott Kerr speaks to Francois-Xavier "FX" Hotier, president of Ulysse Nardin Americas, about the modern appeal of independent watchmaking, why

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31:04

S18 E04: Tina Necrason, Global Head of Branded...

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2026/08/11

Branded residences are one of the most dynamic growth stories in luxury today, bringing together real estate, hospitality, and affluent consumer lifestyles. For Hyatt, branded residences is a strategic growth pillar in luxury and lifestyle real estate. Scott Kerr sits down with Tina Necrason, Hyatt's global head of branded residential, to discuss why branded residences are becoming a major luxury real estate growth category, how today’s affluent buyer is seeking “lifestyle per foot", and

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31:40

Bonus Episode: Eva Chow, Founder of KHEE Soju and...

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2026/08/04

Eva Chow has been dubbed the "culture queen of Los Angeles" by The New York Times. She is a prominent cultural figure and Korean-American entrepreneur whose career spans fashion designer, restaurateur, arts patron, and founder of premium spirits brand KHEE Soju. Eva also co-chairs the star-studded Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) Art + Film Gala along with actor Leonardo DiCaprio. In this bonus episode, Eva talks with Scott Kerr about why Koreans’ deep cultural heritage and focus on

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30:52

S18 E03: Lisa Bauer, President and CEO at Starboard

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2026/07/28

Cruise ships have become some of the most dynamic luxury retail environments in the world, and Starboard is the biggest player in the cruise retail business. Starboard's president and CEO Lisa Bauer sits down with Scott Kerr to discuss how the company brings top luxury maisons to life at sea with boutique‑level standards. She shares the psychology behind cruisers spending four or five figures on watches and jewelry, why cruise retail is an untapped luxury and experiential channel, and

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30:35

S18 E02: Francesco Galli Zugaro, Founder & CEO of...

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2026/07/07

Scott Kerr is joined by Francesco Galli Zugaro, founder and CEO of Aqua Expeditions, an ultra-luxury small‑ship cruise operator specializing in taking UHNW travelers on immersive expeditions to some of the world's most remote destinations. Francesco, who founded Aqua in 2007 and a pioneer of luxury river cruising, discusses why expedition cruising resonates with wealthy travelers and if their risk tolerance has changed in the last 20 years. He also talks about why Aqua deliberately chooses

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30:08

S18 E01: Kresten Bjørn Krab-Bjerre, Creative Director...

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2026/06/30

Scott Kerr sits down with Kresten Bjørn Krab-Bjerre, creative director at Bang & Olufsen, the Danish luxury audio company renowned for its synthesis of minimalist Scandinavian design with high-end speakers, headphones, and home entertainment systems. Kresten discusses the design and business principles that have anchored B&O's longevity for the last 100 years, staying culturally relevant without chasing trends, and why Scandinavian luxury resonates with consumers. He also talks

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32:20

S17 E09: Ben Trodd, CEO of Four Seasons Yachts

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2026/06/16

Scott Kerr speaks to Ben Trodd, CEO of Four Seasons Yachts, a new venture by Four Seasons designed to bring the brand's renowned ultra-luxury hospitality to the high seas. The inaugural vessel, Four Seasons I, officially launched in March. Trodd, a 25+ year veteran of Four Seasons, explains why ultra-luxury yachting is a natural extension of the Four Seasons brand and outlines how ultra-wealthy guests are shifting from overt opulence to intentional, hyper-personalized travel experiences. He

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32:12

S17 E08: Simon Kneen, Brand President at J.Hilburn

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2026/06/09

Scott Kerr sits down with Simon Kneen, brand president and creative force at custom menswear clothier J.Hilburn. Over the course of his career at places like Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, and French fashion house Balmain, Simon has helped shape some of the most recognizable names in apparel. He explains why men have shifted their desire towards better fit apparel and intentional dressing, what he learned from repositioning Brooks Brothers and how his Banana Republic x Mad Men

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29:09

S17 E07: Stuart McNeill, Founder and CEO of...

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2026/06/02

Scott Kerr is joined by Stuart McNeill, founder and CEO of Knightsbridge Circle, one of the most exclusive invitation-only luxury concierge firms in the world. McNeill, who founded the company in 2012 after previously launching the American Express Centurion Card Elite Service, explains how his experience at Amex inspired him to build Knightsbridge Circle as a deliberately niche, ultra‑high‑touch concierge model that caters to the ultrawealthy. He shares how an Elton John philanthropy event

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28:20

S17 E06: Debbie Propst, President of Global Retail at...

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2026/05/19

Scott Kerr is joined by Debbie Propst, president of global retail at MillerKnoll, a design collective of high-end furniture, interiors, and lifestyle brands formed in 2021 by the merger of American design giants Herman Miller and Knoll. Some of their most iconic designs include the Aeron chair, Noguchi table, Eames Lounge Chair, and Mies van der Rohe Barcelona Chair. Debbie discusses joining MillerKnoll right before the pandemic and how her direct experience with digital-first home retail

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S17 E05: Benoît Repellin, Worldwide Head of Jewelry...

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2026/04/28

Scott Kerr sits down with Benoît Repellin, the highly respected auctioneer and global jewelry head at premier international auction house Phillips, to discuss the mechanics, the culture, and the human drama behind the jewelry auction world. Benoît sheds light on the strong appetite for signed jewelry pieces from heritage Maisons, why valuing jewelry comes down to art, nature, and provenance, and how Millennials and Gen Z are reshaping the collector base and are drawn to pieces surfaced

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44:51

S17 E04: Kristina Blahnik, CEO of Manolo Blahnik

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2026/04/14

Manolo Blahnik is one of the world’s most influential footwear and accessories designers. His shoes are known for their elegance, craftsmanship, and being a favorite of Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City. Scott Kerr sits down with Kristina Blahnik, CEO of Manolo Blahnik and the eponymous designer's niece, to discuss how she's been growing the brand globally while keeping the magic and artistry of the family-led business alive. Kristina talks about how her architecture training shapes how

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41:05

S17 E03: Mike Giannattasio, President of Leica Camera...

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2026/03/31

Among the plethora of camera brands on the market, none is as synonymous with luxury as Leica. Scott Kerr welcomes Mike Giannattasio, president of Leica Camera Americas, to discuss how Leica has not only survived, but thrived, in the smartphone era, how Leica’s 35mm innovations and the original Leica I helped invent modern street and documentary photography and why younger creators are rediscovering “real” cameras and what Leica’s resurgence says about authenticity and analog craft. Mike

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35:41

S17 E02: Ons Gherib, SVP of Design & Construction at...

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2026/03/24

Scott Kerr is joined by Ons Gherib, senior vice president of design & construction at Belmond, one of the most enduring luxury hospitality brands and whose philosophy is anchored in 'slow luxury'. Ons, who joined Belmond a year ago, has played an instrumental role in Belmond's journey to elevate its hotels, trains, safaris and river cruises offerings to new heights of luxury and experience. Ons discusses how Belmond's slow luxury ethos show up in design and construction decisions and

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S17 E01: Stephanie Macleod, Director of Blending,...

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2026/03/17

Scott Kerr speaks to Stephanie Macleod, director of blending, Scotch whisky at Bacardi. Stephanie oversees the blending and innovation for some of the world’s top luxury whisky brands, including Dewar’s Scotch whisky and Aberfeldy single malt whisky. Macleod, one of the few women in her role, discusses her journey from food science student to Dewar's award-winning master blender—only the seventh one in brand's 180-year history. Stephanie talks about what goes into designing new whisky

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41:35

S16 E09: Ryan Serhant, Founder and CEO of SERHANT.,...

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2026/03/03

Scott Kerr is joined by luxury real estate titan Ryan Serhant, founder and CEO of his eponymous brokerage SERHANT. He is also the star and executive producer of the hit Netflix reality series 'Owning Manhattan’. Ryan returns to the show to discuss the unique strategic framework credited to the company's rapid growth and success, and how 'Owning Manhattan' has become a global demand engine for the firm and "competency porn" for viewers. Ryan also shares his approach to leadership,

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