Mamba I, Crazy Market Feedback!

The next day, Li Fei Brand headquarters held an emergency executive meeting.

In the conference room, Brand Operations Officer David Falk, the marketing director, the design director, and a host of other executives were all present.

Li Fei sat at the head of the table and got straight to the point. "Everyone, I believe the time has come to release Kobe Bryant's signature shoe, the 'Mamba I.'"

The marketing director had some reservations. "Li, our original plan was to release it on the eve of the playoffs and promote it alongside the Lakers' playoff buzz. If we rush the launch now, won't we be underprepared?"

David Falk adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses and spoke steadily. "I agree with Li. Opportunity waits for no one. You all watched TNT last night—Kobe is the hottest rising star in the entire league right now. His numbers and performances have won over the media and the fans. We have to seize the wave of hype he created himself. By the playoffs, there will be too many variables. No one can guarantee how far the Lakers will go."

Li Fei added, "Kobe has already received the shoes, and he's very satisfied with them. He'll wear the 'Mamba I' in his next game. That means our product is about to get exposure ahead of schedule. Rather than passively wait for the market to build momentum, we should take the initiative and lead the conversation."

A brief silence fell over the conference room as everyone began thinking rapidly.

In the end, David Falk made the final call. "I've decided to activate the emergency launch plan for the 'Mamba I.' Marketing, distribution, public relations—every department needs to move immediately. Our goal is to get the 'Mamba I' onto shelves in major markets around the world within two weeks!"

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