Isak Andic, the Turkish-born billionaire businessman who founded the fashion brand Mango in 1984, passed away at the age of 71 following a mountain accident near Collbató, Spain. Andic moved to Spain in the 1960s and with his brother, started selling T-shirts and clogs, which eventually led to the creation of Mango. Under his leadership, Mango expanded globally, becoming one of Spain’s largest fashion chains with stores worldwide. His legacy is carried on by his son, Jonathan Andic, who was named as his successor.
How did the founder of Mango die?
The 71-year-old businessman Isak Andic slipped and fell from a 150-metre cliff while hiking with relatives near Barcelona according to Spanish newspaper La Vanguardia.
Mango CEO Toni Ruiz Honors Isak Andic’s Legacy, Promises to Uphold His Vision
Mango CEO Toni Ruiz paid tribute to Andic, stating, “His departure leaves a huge void, but we are all, in some way, his legacy and the testimony of his achievements. It is up to us to ensure that Mango continues to be the project that Isak was ambitious and proud of.”
Istanbul to Catalonia, Building a Global Fashion Empire with Mango
Isak Andic, born in Istanbul in 1953, moved to Spain in the 1960s where he co-founded the fashion brand Mango in 1984. Starting with handmade T-shirts in Barcelona, he expanded Mango into a global brand with nearly 2,800 stores across 110 countries. Known for his strategic vision and leadership, Andic was a prominent figure in Catalonia’s business landscape.
With a net worth of $4.5 billion, according to Forbes, Andic was serving as the company’s non-executive chairman at the time of his death. In 2023, Mango reported a turnover of 3.1 billion euros, with 33% of its business coming from online sales and a presence in over 120 markets.
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Andic rapidly expanded, opening dozens of stores across Spain before branching out internationally, beginning with neighbouring Portugal and France, all under the Mango brand, reported AFP.
Catalonia’s Regional Government Honors Isak Andic as a Visionary Business Leader
The head of the regional government of Catalonia, Salvador Illa, praised Isak Andic as “a committed businessman who, through his leadership, contributed to making Catalonia great and projecting it globally.” He described Andic’s legacy as having an indelible impact on both the Catalan and global fashion sectors.
What is the main purpose of human life before we die?
According to Sant Rampal Ji, the main purpose of human life is to seek and understand the true knowledge of God, practice righteous living, and strive for liberation (moksha) by following the path of devotion and worship as taught in religious texts like the Vedas and scriptures. This is seen as the means to transcend the cycle of birth and death.
For more detailed teachings, you can refer to Sant Rampal Ji’s religious texts and discourses on Satlok Ashram YouTube channel.
FAQS on Iska Andic death
1. Who was Isak Andic? Isak Andic was the founder of the Spanish fashion brand Mango. Born in Istanbul in 1953, he moved to Spain in the 1960s and expanded Mango into a global retail brand.
2. How did Isak Andic contribute to the fashion industry? Andic grew Mango from a small shop in Barcelona to a global brand with nearly 2,800 stores across 110 countries, known for his strategic vision and leadership.
3. What was Andic’s role at Mango before his death? At the time of his death, Isak Andic was serving as Mango’s non-executive chairman.
4. What was Andic’s net worth according to Forbes? Isak Andic had a net worth of $4.5 billion according to Forbes.
5. What impact did Isak Andic have on Catalonia and the global fashion sector? Isak Andic left an indelible mark on Catalonia and the global fashion sector through his commitment to business leadership and vision, helping to project Catalonia globally.
