Join fellow HBS alumni in Japan for an evening of networking, exchange, and inspiration in a relaxed and elegant setting, hosted at Gemmyo Tokyo Boutique. This special event celebrates Gemmyo’s entrance into the Japanese market and offers a unique opportunity to connect with HBS alumni across generations.

The highlight of the evening will feature Pauline Laigneau and Charif Debs (HBS Class of 2011), co-founders of Gemmyo, a French jewelry maison founded in Paris in 2011. With no legacy in the trade, they built a modern maison that combines a warm, personalized customer experience with an innovative business model, offering top-quality products, just-in-time manufacturing, in-house distribution, and a responsible ecological footprint.

Pauline and Charif will share their journey of building a luxury brand, succeeding in business as a couple, and their perspectives on how technology can both enable and challenge the luxury business. This is a perfect opportunity to network with fellow HBS alumni and exchange ideas in a boutique setting.

Date / Time: October 17 (Friday), 7:00–9:00 PM
Place: Gemmyo Tokyo Boutique (5 Chome-16-13 Jingumae, Shibuya)
Admission: Free