Clandestina: Going Global with "99% Cuban Design"
This case follows Clandestina, a Havana-based design brand, as its founders weigh how to expand into the U.S. market without losing their Cuban identity. Readers must evaluate three potential go-to-market approaches-e-commerce, pop-ups, and wholesale partnerships-and consider the operational, financial, and brand implications of each.
Collection: HBSP (USA)
Ref: HBS-526008-E
Format: PDF
Number of pages: 17
Publication Date: Sep 15, 2025
Language: English
Review date: Feb 4, 2026
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This case follows Clandestina, a Havana-based design brand, as its founders weigh how to expand into the U.S. market without losing their Cuban identity. Readers must evaluate three potential go-to-market approaches-e-commerce, pop-ups, and wholesale partnerships-and consider the operational, financial, and brand implications of each.
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Year: 2015
Geographic Setting: Central America and Caribbean;Cuba
Industry Setting: Apparel accessories; Distribution and logistics industry; E-commerce industry
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