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Thursday, 15 January 2026

FIRESIDE CHAT: Shailesh Chaturvedi & Venkatesalu P - A Tale of 2 Merchants
Retail
Venkatesalu P, CEO & Executive Director of Trent Ltd., engages in a fireside chat with Shailesh Chaturvedi, Managing Director & CEO of Arvind Fashions, exploring the journeys of these two retail veterans.
The conversation delves into Trent’s remarkable growth, key strategic pillars, and long-term vision. Venkat underscores the importance of patient business development, a strong focus on private labels, minimal discounting, and a direct-to-consumer model as fundamental to success. The discussion also contrasts Trent’s and Arvind Fashions’ approaches, highlighting inventory discipline, streamlined distribution, and cultural consistency in shaping business strategies.
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