About Me
Welcome to my space! I'm excited to share my journey with you.
Early Days: I was born and raised in Ludhiana, Punjab, India, to a doctor father and a professor mother, along with my elder brother. From an early age, I was fascinated by fashion and glamour and aspired to become an actor.
Education: My passion for design and innovation led me to pursue higher education in Fashion, Marketing, and Business Administration.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Information Technology from Punjab, India, and a postgraduate degree in Fashion and Marketing from Pearl Academy of Fashion, Delhi, India, and Digital & Content Marketing, Business Administration from York University, Toronto, Canada.
Personal Interests: I live to travel, with a coffee in hand and good company by my side :). I make friends easily with people of all age groups and have a deep love for dogs.
My interests have greatly influenced my professional life, allowing me to build a career that blends my passion for fashion, design, and marketing.
Career Highlights
Career: In 2009, I founded a high fashion retail brand, "Akhil & Nikhil," specializing in ultra-luxury wedding trousseaus and party wear.
Our venture quickly gained recognition, earning us the HT Young Entrepreneurs award in 2010.
We also represented our design label at the launch of Formula No. 1 in India in 2011.
Over the past 17 years, I have held various significant positions, including Assistant Vice President, General Manager, Product Manager, and Senior Buyer.
Throughout my career, I have been a keen learner, adapting strongly to change and challenges.
With a background in Marketing and Management, I have enjoyed my journey so far and am now building projects around my interests and experiences.
Professional Journey
Throughout my 17-year career, I have had the incredible opportunity to work with suppliers and retailers from around the world.
I've collaborated with major North American retailers like Walmart, Costco, JC Penney, Target, Kohl's, Ross, Loblaws, HBC, and TJ Maxx.
Additionally, I've had the pleasure of partnering with UK and European retailers such as IKEA, Aldi, Tchibo, Lidl, Debenhams, Primark, House of Fraser, and B&M.
In my most recent role, I led and managed sourcing operations worth $50 million from the Asian subcontinent.
This journey has been a rich learning experience, and I have genuinely enjoyed exploring new markets and meeting the challenges that come with the industry. I've grown both personally and professionally, and I look forward to continuing this exciting journey.
Success is not just about climbing the ladder, it's about the journey and the impact you make
Travel is the only expense, that makes you richer!
Moments
You are never too old to
Set another GOAL or
Dream a new DREAM!
As I look to the future, my dreams and aspirations are deeply rooted in family values and the desire to make a meaningful impact. I envision building a profession centered around e-commerce and digital products, leveraging my extensive experience and passion for innovation to create solutions that enrich lives.
By focusing on e-commerce and digital products, I aim to harness the power of technology to create accessible, user-friendly solutions that enhance the everyday lives of individuals and businesses alike.
I am excited about the possibilities ahead and remain committed to continuous learning and growth. Together, let's embrace change, innovate with purpose, and make a positive impact on the lives of others.
