Jason Bensohn, MD of One.World, tells us how everyday moments, travel and teamwork bring the collections to life
People often imagine that running a business is constant meetings and neatly planned days. In reality, most of my week happens far from a desk. My day often begins with a quick catch up on overnight emails from our factories overseas followed by the school run – with three young children, I often feel like I’ve done a full day’s work by the time I arrive at work!
Some mornings start in the warehouse. When new shipments arrive, I still enjoy being on the floor with the team, checking what’s come in. It’s noisy and rarely tidy, but it’s where you really feel the heartbeat of the business. A quick conversation there often tells you more than any spreadsheet.
Other days are spent with the creative team, discussing new launches, reviewing recent shoots or shaping ideas for upcoming collections. This spring is a particularly exciting one for us, with more than 250 new pieces joining the range – each carefully chosen for its character, craftsmanship
and its ability to feel at home in real spaces.
I also spend time travelling to source products, visiting workshops, markets and small makers around the world. This year we’re launching our first vintage collection, featuring genuine antique finds – pieces that already carry a story of their own.
What matters most, though, are the people. One.World has always been built on a sense of family – a team that cares deeply about the details, the craft and the homes our pieces eventually find their way into. After all, the best part of this job is seeing something discovered somewhere far away settle naturally into everyday life at home – something you can experience for yourself by exploring the collections at One.World.
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