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Redefining Luxury: The Rise of Sustainable and Ethical High-End Brands
Luxury has long been associated with exclusivity, opulence, and indulgence. However, a seismic shift is redefining the very essence of luxury. Today, sustainability and ethics are becoming pivotal to high-end brands, reshaping consumer expectations and industry practices. This evolution reflects a profound understanding: the future of luxury lies in responsibility, innovation, and purpose.
The Paradigm Shift in Luxury
Traditionally, luxury brands...
INTERVIEW
Professional Icon: Subah Afrin
Subah AfrinVice President & Head of Trade ProductCitibank N.A.
Ms. Subah Afrin is a distinguished Vice President & Head of Trade Product at Citibank N.A., with over 13 years of leadership experience in the financial sector. A summa cum laude graduate in Finance and Economics from North South University, she also holds an Executive MBA from IBA, Dhaka University. Ms....
PRESS RELEASE
Mastercard Announces The Winners of Its Excellence Awards 2024
The winners of the Mastercard Excellence Awards 2024 were announced today during a ceremony in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh.
Themed 'Leading by Resilience,' this was the sixth edition of the awards, which recognise the contributions of organisations in the banking, payments, and fintech space in Bangladesh.
Mastercard has been hosting Excellence Awards since 2019 to celebrate the work done by...
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Glorious Entrepreneur: Bree McKeen
Bree R. McKeenFounder & CEOEvelyn & Bobbie
Bree McKeen is a trailblazer in the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, having revolutionized comfort and inclusivity in the lingerie sector. Her brand, Evelyn & Bobbie, has transformed how women experience undergarments by prioritizing functionality, comfort, and a body-positive ethos. Through determination, innovation, and an unyielding focus on empowering women, Bree McKeen’s journey exemplifies...
ECONOMY
USAID to Provide Over $200M
The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has committed over $200 million in new aid to bolster Bangladesh’s interim government in driving the nation’s development, empowering its youth, and reinforcing democratic governance. This milestone agreement, signed between USAID and the Economic Relations Division (ERD) at the State Guest House Padma in Dhaka, underscores the shared vision of fostering...