With over 25 years of entrepreneurial experience in the consumer industry, I have built and scaled successful ventures across fashion, textile, and retail sectors, and I am now channeling my learnings into Cohesive Minds—a venture in the EdTech and upskilling space. Cohesive Minds is focused on preparing students for professional readiness in the 21st century by offering simplified, actionable learning solutions. Our programs develop essential operational skills through a toolkit-based approach, creating pathways to success in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape. My journey began as a financial consultant at Arthur Andersen, where I specialized in business valuations, gaining critical financial insights that laid the foundation for multiple successful ventures:Key Ventures & Achievements- Indian Yarn: Pioneered eco-friendly polyester spun yarn manufacturing.- Beautymantra.com: One of India’s first online retail platforms for beauty and wellness.- 612 League: Launched India’s first pre-teen-focused children’s clothing brand, establishing a national presence with over 550 stores across 200 cities. In 2017, 612 League was awarded the prestigious ‘Images Most Admired Brand (Kids Wear)’ award.In addition, I successfully raised early-stage and growth capital for 612 League, scaling it into a household name. I am currently mentoring Spring Soul, a conscious fashion start-up inspired by Indian heritage and zero-waste principles.Key Competencies- Growth & Operations Management: Proven track record in scaling businesses, product development, sourcing, manufacturing, and e-commerce.- Retail & Distribution Strategy: Skilled across diverse retail formats, from department stores to multi-brand outlets, driving both offline and online footprints.- Financial Modelling & Fundraising: Expertise in commercial banking, valuations, private equity fundraising, and financial analysis.- Digital Transformation: Deep understanding of omni-channel retail, especially in fashion and lifestyle.- Start-up Mentoring: Experienced in guiding early-stage businesses and unlocking growth potential.Awards & Recognition- Finalist, ET Power of Ideas Initiative (2009)- Entrepreneur of the Year (Consumer Business), Entrepreneur Magazine (2017)- Top 100 Retail Minds in India, Asia Retail Congress (2018)Cohesive Minds is committed to building the next generation of professionals, combining a rich industry toolkit with an innovative learning approach to bridge skill gaps and prepare students for thriving careers.