The businessman Andic sobbedfounder of Mango and one of the most relevant figures in the fashion sector in Spain, died this Saturday in an accident of which we have already advanced the details that have emerged. The news has shocked both the business community and those who knew Andic closely, a visionary of design and business.
As Mango sources have confirmed, the farewell to Isak Andic will take place at the Les Corts Mortuary, in Barcelona, on the afternoon of this Sunday, December 15. This event will be strictly private, reserved only for their closest relatives and friends, marking the beginning of a grieving process that will culminate with a public tribute in early 2025.
Intimate goodbye in Les Corts
The funeral home with the mortal remains of Isak Andic will be open this Sunday, December 15, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., and will continue on Monday the 16th in the morning, between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. According to close sources, the family has opted for a discreet environment and limited exclusively to the people closest to the businessman. The aim is to protect the privacy of a particularly sensitive moment for the businessman’s girlfriend, for the Andic family, a family in shock and devastated by the tragedy, and for those who were part of his inner circle, in addition to his most direct collaborators.
The choice of the Les Corts funeral home, located in one of the most emblematic areas of Barcelona, is not coincidental. This space has hosted farewells for other prominent figures in Barcelona and offers a serene and collected atmosphere, suitable for a private farewell. The family has rejected the presence of the media at the scene, in an attempt to maintain the intimate nature of this last goodbye.
Tribute open in January
Although Andic’s funeral takes place within the framework of family intimacy, Mango has announced to us that a tribute event open to the public will be held to say goodbye to its founder. This event, scheduled for early January 2025, will serve as an opportunity for employees, collaborators, partners and admirers of Isak Andic’s career to pay tribute to him. Without a doubt, the business world and highly relevant personalities will be present.
The specific details of the tribute have not yet been defined, but the company has announced that it will be an act worthy of the figure of Andic. This event is expected to stand out both for its solemnity and for its international character, reflecting the global impact that Mango had under the leadership of its founder.
“It is a moment of enormous sadness for all of us who are part of Mango. Isak was much more than a leader; He was a visionary who taught us the value of teamwork, the passion for fashion and the importance of never losing our roots.“, company sources said in a statement.
The legacy of Isak Andic
Of Sephardic Jewish origin, Isak Andic was born in Istanbul in 1953 and arrived in Barcelona with his family when he was just a child. In Barcelona, he began working in the textile industry, where he quickly stood out for his ability to identify trends and convert them into commercial proposals.
In 1984, he founded Mango with his brother Nahman Andic, and the company became one of the most recognized fashion brands worldwide, present in more than 100 countries and with thousands of points of sale. His focus on democratizing fashion, making accessible designs without losing quality, was revolutionary and marked a before and after in the Spanish industry.
In addition to being a business leader, Andic was characterized by maintaining a low profile in his private life. Although his influence was immense, he avoided media attention at all times, concentrating on the expansion of Mango and supporting social causes, especially those linked to his Sephardic roots and cultural and educational development.
The “Mango family” in mourning
The death of Isak Andic leaves a significant void not only in his biological family, but also in the “Mango family“, as he used to refer to the firm’s employees and collaborators. The impact of his leadership transcended the strictly business: Andic was known for his closeness, for fostering a work environment based on trust and for his ability to inspire those who met him. they surrounded.
“Isak’s death leaves us without a reference, but his legacy will endure in each of our actions.“, they have expressed from Mango. Although in recent years he had delegated part of the management to his son Jonathan Andic and a trusted executive team, his vision continued to mark the company’s strategic decisions.
Farewell in two stages
The decision to hold a public tribute reflects both the family’s desire to maintain privacy in the most immediate moments of mourning, and the need to pay tribute to a figure who transcended the private sphere to become a symbol of Spanish entrepreneurship.
As the date of the public event approaches, it is likely that more details will be revealed about the form this tribute will take. Meanwhile, Isak Andic’s legacy remains present in every corner of Mango, in the fashion stores that bear his seal and in the hearts of those who learned from his example.
The businessman is leaving an indelible mark on the world of fashion and a leadership model based on integrity, innovation and commitment. His absence will be deeply felt, but his vision will continue to mark the path of those who continue his work.
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