This Week in Indian Retail
By Prateek Malik
Proud to create India's first weekly retail podcast.
This Week in Indian Retail Oct 22, 2023
Practicalities of Retail business and life with Author, Traveler and Entrepreneur Mr. Ajay Jain - Founder at Kunzum
In this episode we talk about:
- Mr. Ajay's career journey so far
- The inception of 'Kunzum' - books retail and cafe
- Building experiential spaces in retail
- Sustainable practices of doing business or living oneself
- Offline retail and the importance of brick and mortar stores
- Un-tech yourself as a retailer (sometimes)
- Future expansion plans at Kunzum
- Practicalities of work-life balance , operating a business
- Advice for budding retailers
If you're interested in being on our podcast, ping me over LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik or Twitter at @geekprateek.
Redefining the interiors, building materials space and home decor retail with Rahul Maheshwari - Director at Marble Centre International (MCI)
This week we have an interesting conversation with Rahul Maheshwari - Director at Marble Centre International (MCI)
In this episode, we talk about the unique segment of interiors, building material and home decor retail in India.
With over 30 years+ of legacy, MCI is creating a unique consumer experience for natural stones retail under Rahul's leadership.
We also discuss how business ethics, technology and operational alignment is reshaping the future for the brand.
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Linkedin at https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Strategies for Growth while maintaining the Financial Balance in Indian Retail with Sameer Shah - Director at Candle Partners
This week we have an interesting conversation with Mr. Sameer Shah - Director at Candle Partners.
In this episode, we talk about the growth strategies for businesses in the Indian retail sector, how to maintain the financial health of your organisation while sailing across the growth curve, what are the fundamentals of operations that the successful brands execute correctly and what the future holds for us.
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Linkedin at https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Omnichannel Retail journey in India with Mr. Dharmendra Khanna
Currently the Country Head of D2C business for AnyMind group.
He was also the VP - Head of Digital Transformation at SSIPL Retail Ltd.
An essential part of the omni commerce of multiple brands in Indian market including Umbro, Adidas, Fashion and You, HomeShop18, Reliance Trends, Shopclues, Karvy Next, Lotto, Nike, Sports Station, etc.
Today, we will be delving into the realm of omni-commerce retail in India. We will discuss the evolving dynamics of the Indian retail market, the changing face of omni-commerce, and how technology can be harnessed to reach wider audiences. Moreover, we will explore the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for new retailers and uncover the new frontiers that enterprise companies should be aware of.
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Future of kitchenware retail with TTK Prestige MD Mr. Chandru K. and SVP Retail Mr. K. G. George
As a pioneer of this segment, the brand has a beautiful story and solid philosophy of operations.
With a wide network of 700+ locations across 400+ cities, we discuss about how the brand reaches every home in India and what's the mantra behind the growth.
You can also view our blog - www.twiir.blog
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Ep 14 - Trends and challenges in Indian retail - 2023 edition
In this episode we talk about the major trends and challenges in the Indian market for 2023.
You can also view and share the transcript blog of this episode at the link - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-14-trends-and-challenges-in-indian-retail-2023-edition
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Ep 13 - Rise of quick commerce, challenges ahead and the real cost of convenience
In this episode we talk about the rise of quick commerce in India, challenges on the way and the real cost of convenience.
You can also view and share the transcript blog of this episode at the link - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-13-week-38-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Ep 12 - The real story of the downfall of Bed, Bath and Beyond; and the learnings for the Indian retail brands
In this episode we talk about the biggest story of the month - the real story of the downfall of one of the largest retailers in the US and the key learnings for the Indian retail brands.
You can also view and share the transcript blog of this episode - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-12-week-37-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
Keep listening to us and do share with your peers in the retail ecosystem.
Ep 11 - Amazon lagging behind, Reliance Retail's annual results, Fake e-commerce stores and the Pricing tussle in smartphone retail industry
Week 35 of 2022 - In this episode we talk about how Amazon is lagging behind in India, Reliance Retail’s annual results, fake e-commerce stores getting busted and the pricing disputes between offline and online smartphone retailers.
Blog and transcript - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-11-week-35-of-2022
Connect with me on Twitter @geekprateek.
Ep 10 - W 34 of 2022 - Government updates, e-commerce policies and retail space reports
In this episode we talk about a new government notification on loose apparel retail, a new think-thank seeking better e-commerce policies from the government and a new study on the impact of retail experience on real estate.
Blog - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-10-week-34-of-2022
Connect with me on Twitter @geekprateek.
Episode 9 - Week 32 of 2022
In this episode we talk about the growth outlook for apparel retailers in the FY 2023, the tech boost in Indian fashion retail and what’s expected when ONDC goes live next week.
Blog link - https://www.twiir.blog
You can also read the transcript blog - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-9-week-32-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can email or tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
For professional discussion, we can also connect over LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik.
Episode 8 - Week 31 of 2022
In this episode we talk about the rise in the mall operating group revenues, contractual hiring among major retailers, India’s data privacy law deferred and yet another surprising turn in Delhi Excise policy for liquor retail.
Blog link - https://www.twiir.blog
You can also read the transcript blog - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-8-week-31-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can email or tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
For professional discussion, we can also connect over LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik.
Episode 7 - Week 30 of 2022
In this episode we talk about the slowdown in Indian textiles exports, liquor retail stores shutting down in Delhi and why an e-commerce tech startup is going through a meltdown.
Blog link - https://www.twiir.blog
You can also read the transcript blog - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-7-week-30-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can email or tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
For professional discussion, we can also connect over LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik.
Episode 6 - Week 29 of 2022
In this episode we talk about Future Retail’s bankruptcy, Reliance Retail’s stellar results, challenges faced by the Indian toys segment and a new collaboration of YouTube and Shopify.
Blog link - https://www.twiir.blog
You can also read the transcript blog - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-6-week-29-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can email or tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
For professional discussion, we can also connect over LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik.
Episode 5 - Week 28 of 2022
Fifth episode briefing you about the best retail growth quarter in Indian retail post the pandemic, one of the largest shopping mall launch in India and retail expansion spree in store space.
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Read the transcript blog - https://www.twiir.blog/post/episode-5-week-28-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can email or tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
For professional discussion, we can also connect over LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/prateekmalik.
Episode 4 - Week 27 of 2022
Fourth episode briefing you about the Indian ecommerce market growth, brands in metaverse and the Indian pet care retail segment surge.
Visit our new website - https://www.twiir.blog
Read the transcript blog - twiir.blog/post/episode-4-week-27-of-2022
If you’re interested in being on our podcast to share your retail experience or reflect on the new developments, you can email or tweet or DM me over Twitter at @geekprateek .
Episode 3 - Week 26 of 2022
5 years of GST - it is fruitful enough?
Why large retailers are stocking up higher inventory level?
What Indian consumers feel about product ratings on e-commerce platforms?
Indian Direct Selling industry now the 12th largest globally
Read the transcript - bit.ly/3nzpIfV
Episode 2 - Week 25 of 2022
