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Monday, 8 September 2025

SOLOX: Alok Paul, Co-Founder, Berrylush
Retail
Alok Paul, Co-founder of Berrylush, recounts his entrepreneurial journey from an engineering background to establishing a thriving fashion brand. He reflects on his initial hesitation to venture into business, despite support from his father and thought-provoking discussions with colleagues.
After gaining experience at Infosys, pursuing an MBA at IIM Raipur, and working in a fintech startup, he ultimately took the plunge into e-commerce consulting. Inspired by the sector's rapid expansion, his brother and later his wife joined forces with him to launch Berrylush. His story highlights overcoming fear, embracing opportunities, and the power of persistence in transitioning from a corporate career to entrepreneurship.
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Damodar Mall is a well-known business leader in India's retail industry, particularly in the food and grocery sector. He is the current CEO of the Grocery Retail business at Reliance Retail, India's largest retail company. He plays a significant role in shaping the grocery retail landscape in the country through Reliance's various grocery formats, including Reliance Fresh, Reliance Smart, and JioMart.
Expertise:
- He is known for his deep understanding of Indian consumer behavior, especially in the food and grocery segment. Mall often focuses on how India's middle class shops, highlighting cultural influences and traditional buying habits.
Career Highlights:
- Before joining Reliance Retail, Damodar Mall held senior roles at other prominent companies, including Future Group, where he worked closely with Kishore Biyani, another notable figure in Indian retail.
- He has over two decades of experience in the retail industry, with a focus on developing formats that cater to India's diverse consumer needs.
Educational Background:
- He holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore, a prestigious business school in India.
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