HUMAN EQUITY's Podcast

Alessandro Varisco, CEO in multiple Fashion powerhouses explore what happens when iconic brands stop growing and slip into a dangerous state known as zombie mode, still alive but lacking direction, energy, and strategic momentum.

Drawing from decades of hands-on leadership, Alessandro Varisco explains why even the strongest brands lose relevance and what it really takes to bring them back to life.

From the industrial legacy of GFT to the transformation of Moschino and the international growth of Twinset, this conversation reveals why success still depends on the same fundamentals: the right product, the right timing, the right price, and the right people.

A powerful dialogue on leadership discipline, Human Equity, and governance, this episode shows how brands are not saved by creativity alone but by clarity, responsibility, and the courage to make hard decisions.


Follow Alessandro Varisco on Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/alessandrovarisco/

Human Equity by Label Ventures:
◼️ Subscribe for more episodes uncovering stories of failures as roots of success.

Follow Label Ventures - https://labelventures.com

Follow our Host’s socials “Giorgio Salvati”:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/italianmaverick

Linkedin - http://linkedin.com/in/giorgioasalvati

Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by :

SPIRIT TORINO, https://www.spirittorino.com  
The epitome of Italian-made headphones that fuse artisan craftsmanship with pure ultra-sound cutting-edge
technology.

Discover more from:
CASBIA -  https://casbia.com 
The Italian Lifestyle footwear tha takes a side light-step from the ordinary.


#humanequity #entrepreneurship #fashion #management #FutureOfWork, #leadership

Send us Fan Mail

Watch the full episode on youtube and please don’t forget to subscribe, it mean a lot to us you remain updated. https://youtu.be/gexyJB98tPQ?si=oD6ak8LjtWlAPpzt

In this episode, we explore what happens when iconic brands stop growing and slip into a dangerous state known as zombie mode, still alive but lacking direction, energy, and strategic momentum.

Drawing from decades of hands-on leadership, Alessandro Varisco explains why even the strongest brands lose relevance and what it really takes to bring them back to life.

From the industrial legacy of GFT to the transformation of Moschino and the international growth of Twinset, this conversation reveals why success still depends on the same fundamentals: the right product, the right timing, the right price, and the right people.

A powerful dialogue on leadership discipline, Human Equity, and governance, this episode shows how brands are not saved by creativity alone but by clarity, responsibility, and the courage to make hard decisions.

Support the show

Watch the full episode on youtube and please don’t forget to subscribe, it mean a lot to us you remain updated. https://youtu.be/gexyJB98tPQ?si=oD6ak8LjtWlAPpzt

Massimo Agostinelli is an entrepreneur creative mind and investor, who challenges the meaning of privilege, and social rebellion. His life is a dialogue between contrast and consciousness. Born into comfort, he constantly questions it through irony, risk, and self-awareness; his work merges art and entrepreneurship, blending cultural commentary with bold investment in innovation, particularly in what he calls the “Muskonomy.” a new cultural-economic landscape shaped by Elon Musk’s influence, where technology, ambition, and radical disruption redefine how society progresses.

But this isn’t just a story about rebellion or success. It’s about asking the right questions: the ones that unsettle, provoke, and push us to see beyond comfort. Massimo’s perspective dismantles the idea of certainty: rules exist, but freedom is the key. In this conversation, he reflects on his creative process, his admiration for Elon Musk, and his journey to find meaning in a world built on contradictions.

Massimo Agostinelli is an artist of the modern era equally at home in galleries and boardrooms, between privilege and purpose. His story is a reminder that awareness is the purest form of rebellion, and that creation, in any form, begins with curiosity and courage.

He explains:
◼️ Why the right questions matter more than any answer
◼️ The tension between privilege, rebellion, and responsibility
◼️ How Elon Musk redefined his idea of art and innovation
◼️ Why irony is an essential ingredient in creativity
◼️ The role of risk and curiosity in living fully
◼️ How balance, empathy, and awareness shape his path as an artist and investor

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
03:26 Massimo Agostinelli: Who’s Him and How He Sees the World?
05:04 Worst and Best Times of Massimo’s life
07:03 Privilege and Rebellion
12:33 Massimo and His Admiration for Elon Musk
18:53 Massimo’s Signature: the “X”
22:51 Why Massimo is Overwhelmed with Elon Musk
28:55 The Relationship With His Parents
34:15 The Relationship With Peers
36:09 Michelangelo or Elon Musk?
38:03 How Does He Help the Others Who Do Not Have His Same Ideas
39:02 A Song That Matters to Him
41:22 What Giorgio Sees As The Journey for Himself on This Path

Follow Massimo Agostinelli - Instagram https://www.instagram.com/massimoagostinelli/
THINK 1st PRINCIPLES (T1P) - https://t1p.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/t1p.x/

Human Equity by Label Ventures:
◼️ Subscribe for more episodes uncovering the human side nobody talks about.

Follow Giorgio:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/italianmaverick?igsh=MWwyaDkzYnhoMncw&utm_source=qr

LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/giorgioasalvati

Label Ventures – https://labelventures.com

Sponsor:
This episode is brought to you by Spirit Torino, Italian-made headphones that fuse artisan craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.
Discover more: https://www.spirittorino.com

Send us Fan Mail

Watch the full episode on youtube and please don’t forget to subscribe, it mean a lot to us you remain updated. https://youtu.be/gexyJB98tPQ?si=oD6ak8LjtWlAPpzt

Marco Borraccino, CEO, Co-Founder and Creative Director of Singer Reimagined, is a designer driven by a single obsession — execution. His work redefines what perfection means in design, transforming the language of time through innovation, emotion, and precision. From the reimagined Porsche 911 to the revolutionary Singer watches, Marco’s vision merges heritage with modernity, pushing craftsmanship to its absolute limits.

But this isn’t just about watches. It’s about the restless pursuit of perfection, the courage to build without imitation, and the choice to stay true to one’s vision even when the world rewards compromise. In this conversation, Marco opens up about his creative discipline, the sacrifices behind timeless design, and the fearless mindset that fuels a lifetime of obsession.

Marco Borraccino is an entrepreneur, creative director, and perfectionist. Through Singer Reimagined, he reinterprets the essence of analog beauty — from the precision of mechanics to the emotion of time itself. His story is a reminder that legacy isn’t built overnight; it’s crafted detail by detail, risk by risk, belief by belief.

He explains:
◼️ Why obsession and execution are inseparable in any creative process
◼️ How failure became his greatest teacher and fuel for innovation
◼️ Why meaning is more valuable than perfection
◼️ The fine line between creativity and commerce — and how to walk it
◼️ The sacrifices behind craftsmanship and timeless design
◼️ Why risk, emotion, and imperfection are essential to legacy

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
01:30 Marco Borraccino and the Singer Reimagined Journey
04:58 Marco's Obsession: A Constant State of Mind
09:02 The Inspiration Behind Singer
11:12 Sacrifices and Rewards in Creative Pursuits
15:10 Hopes and Lessons for the Next Generation
18:23 The Relentless Pursuit of Perfection
20:02 Succession Planning and Creative Freedom
24:36 AI's Role in Creativity and the Importance of Human Expression
29:35 Building a Brand as a Lifestyle Symbol
32:51 Failures as Stepping Stones to Success
37:21 Taking Risks and Leaving a Legacy for His Son

Follow Marco Borraccino - https://www.instagram.com/marco.borraccino 
Singer Reimagined - https://www.singerreimagined.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/singerreimagined

Human Equity by Label Ventures:
◼️ Subscribe for more episodes uncovering the human side nobody talks about. https://youtube.com/@humanequity

Follow Giorgio:
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/italianmaverick 
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/giorgioasalvati 
Label Ventures – https://labelventures.com 

Sponsor:
This episode is brought to you by Spirit Torino, Italian-made headphones that fuse artisan craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology.
Discover more: https://www.spirittorino.com

Send us Fan Mail

Watch the full episode on youtube and please don’t forget to subscribe, it mean a lot to us you remain updated. https://youtu.be/gexyJB98tPQ?si=oD6ak8LjtWlAPpzt

David Lorenz, Founder & CEO of Lunaz Design, is redefining luxury mobility by giving classic cars an electric future. From Rolls-Royces to Aston Martins, his vision challenges convention: take the icons of the past and power them for tomorrow.

But this isn’t just about cars. It’s about the grit it takes to build against resistance, to face failure, and to lead when no one else believes. In this conversation, David reveals what it means to embrace setbacks, make the lonely calls, and build a tribe around a vision the world said would never work.

David Lorenz is an entrepreneur, innovator, and disruptor in the world of sustainable luxury. At Lunaz Design, he transforms some of history’s most beautiful automobiles into electric classics, combining preservation with progress. His story isn’t just about business, it’s about persistence, values, and the energy that pulls people together when the odds are stacked against them.

He explains:
◼️ Why entrepreneurship is less about avoiding failure and more about embracing it
◼️ The hardest decision he had to make alone, without a blueprint or safety net
◼️ What it takes to hold steady when everyone else says “pivot”
◼️ How to build a “tribe” that believes in something bigger than profit
◼️ The one rule he broke — and why he never looked back
◼️ What’s next for Lunaz and the electrification of timeless icons

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
02:10 Who David Was Before Lunaz
06:15 The Lonely Call of Leadership
11:25 The First Doubts & Critics
16:50 Pivot or Hold?
22:40 Building a Tribe Around Vision
29:30 Choosing Who Builds With You
36:45 Breaking the Rules That Define Industries
44:00 What Comes Next for Lunaz and Beyond
51:30 Closing Reflections

Follow David Lorenz: https://www.instagram.com/d.lorenzzz?igsh=amhtZzdjNW96c2Vp
Lunaz Design - https://lunaz.design 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lunazdesign 

Human Equity by Label Ventures:
◼️ Subscribe for more episodes uncovering the human side nobody talks about.

Follow Giorgio: 
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/italianmaverick?igsh=MWwyaDkzYnhoMncw&utm_source=qr
Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/giorgioasalvati
Label Ventures - https://labelventures.com  

Sponsor:
This episode is brought to you by Spirit Torino, Italian-made headphones that fuse artisan craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology. 
Discover more: https://www.spirittorino.com

Send us Fan Mail

Watch the full episode on youtube and please don’t forget to subscribe, it mean a lot to us you remain updated. https://youtu.be/gexyJB98tPQ?si=oD6ak8LjtWlAPpzt