Creating a groundbreaking luxury commerce platform required extensive preparation and meticulous execution. Over the first six months, I conducted exhaustive research, consuming over 200 articles, books, whitepapers, and videos about the luxury industry. This deep dive helped me understand luxury consumers, luxury sellers, and the future trends in the luxury industry. I performed a comprehensive competitive analysis of all existing and historical luxury marketplaces. Engaging in numerous conversations with luxury experts, I formed an advisory board comprising seasoned professionals in the industry. This advisory board provided invaluable insights and guidance throughout the development process. Building Prestigier’s internal operating systems was a critical step. This included setting up various departments, developing CMS and CRM systems, crafting a GTM plan, and creating a detailed whitepaper that covered every aspect of the platform in detail. I also designed the UI/UX for the entire platform, incorporating feedback from over five design experts to ensure the branding and creative direction appealed to High Net Worth Individuals (HNWIs). The technical foundation of Prestigier was built on a carefully researched tech stack. I led the hiring of developers, provided detailed tasks for each feature, and established a comprehensive project management system to ensure smooth operations. Partnerships were established with companies focused on environmental initiatives like ocean cleaning and tree planting, as well as concierge companies to enhance the luxury experience. From an administrative standpoint, I set up global bank accounts, incorporated the company as a Delaware C Corp, and ensured all legal compliance. I forged partnerships and integrations with logistics partners, fraud prevention services, and KYC/AML providers to ensure secure and seamless transactions. Investor relations were also a key focus. I developed systems for reaching out to investors, allocating shares, and creating a financial model for Prestigier. Setting up secure payment systems was another crucial step to ensure the safety and convenience of transactions on the platform. Recruiting an experienced team was essential for executing the vision of Prestigier. I onboarded luxury brands and sellers, creating an automated system for onboarding and continuous support. This effort brought together sellers with a combined inventory value of $1B on the platform.