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WHAT IS D2C100?

D2C100 recognises 100 high-potential D2C brands that are revolutionising the direct-to-consumer industry in India. The brands will feature in the print issue of Retailer- D2C 100 | August issue, based on how deeply they have permeated the consumer's life and how significant consumers believe they are for the move to an everyday brand.

The grand unveiling of the magazine is slated for the 29-30th of April '2024 at Hotel Sheraton, Bengaluru
  • Unveiling 29-30th APRIL
  • Venue HOTEL SHERATON, BENGALURU

WHY FEATURE IN D2C100?

Brand Recognition
Gain recognition as a successful D2C brand, sharing one's path and its highs and lows in the D2C market, and gaining access to a massive knowledge database.
Business Exposure
Learn about the most recent strategic concepts in the industry, the driving forces behind successful D2C businesses, and the thought-leaders behind them.
Seal of Trust
Profit from the event's important insights into the fast-changing, consumer-led D2C environment.
Outstanding Publicity
Increasing your company's recognition and visibility while establishing it as a worthwhile firm to purchase items or services from.

AGENDA - D2C 100 SUMMIT

29-30th April 2024, HOTEL SHERATON, BENGALURU
2:00- 2:30 PM Retailer D2C 100 Issue Reveal and Panel Discussion with Cover Stars
Keynote:Balancing Growth with Profitability Speakers:
  • ankit
    Varun Alagh
    Co-Founder, Honasa Consumer Limited – Mamaearth
  • ghazal
    Ghazal Alagh
    Co-Founder, Honasa Consumer Limited – Mamaearth
2:30 - 3:00 PM Fireside chat: Shaping The Ideal Digital Customer Experience
  • How are fast consumption brands Shaping The Ideal Digital Customer Experience
  • Fueling innovation by understanding the unique behaviors of convenience consumers?
3:00 - 3:30 PM Sector Watch : Navigating the Future of D2C Beautyverse
  • How has the D2C beauty landscape evolved in India over the past few years? Are there specific product categories or trends that have driven consumer interest?
  • How do the brands tailor their products and marketing strategies to accommodate the diverse preferences and cultures within India? Are there regional nuances that brands need to consider?
  • In a competitive market, what are some survival strategies for D2C beauty brands? How can these brands differentiate themselves from competitors to maintain a strong market presence?
  • Are the brands considering global expansion, and if so, what strategies are they employing? How important are strategic partnerships for growth and sustainability?
  • What challenges do you anticipate in the future, and how do you plan to overcome them?
3:30 - 4:00 PM Understanding the Big Data
  • The role of consumer insights in cultivating customer loyalty and Profitability
  • Brand strategies for driving digital, metrics for measuring success.
Speaker :
  • mohit
    Mohit Rathod
    Co-founder, Truly Desi
4:00 - 4:15 PM NETWORKING TEA
4:15 - 4:45 PM Sector watch From Barrel to Browser: Innovations Driving D2C Accessibility in Alco-Bev
  • How has the Alco-Bev sector evolved with the emergence of D2C models in retail? What factors have contributed to the growth?
  • How do brands engage with consumers and educate them about their products? Are there specific strategies to create a personalized and immersive shopping experience?
  • How do brands navigate regulatory challenges and ensure compliance with local laws? Are there specific considerations that differ from traditional retail channels?
  • What challenges do D2C Alco-Bev brands face in the last-mile delivery of their products? Are there innovative solutions or partnerships to address these challenges?
  • Future trends?
Speaker :
  • ajay
    Ajay Shetty
    CEO, Salud Beverages Pvt. Ltd
4:45 - 5:15 PM Sector Watch : Crunching the Numbers for D2C Snacking Market
  • How do D2C snacking brands approach product innovation to meet changing consumer preferences? Are there particular flavors, ingredients, or packaging trends that resonate well with Indian consumers?
  • How can these brands differentiate themselves from competitors to maintain a strong market presence?
  • What considerations should brands take into account when choosing distribution platforms, such as modern trade or Quick Commerce (Q-commerce)?
  • How important are strategic partnerships for the growth and sustainability of the brands?
10:30 - 11:00 AM Keynote: Embracing Unified Commerce:
Journey To Becoming Fully Omnichannel
11:00 – 11:30 AM The State of D2C In 2024

Given the increase in competition, the rising costs of doing business and the resurgence of in store experiences, the DTC landscape has changed considerably over the past couple of years. The business model that launched the DTC darlings of the early 2010s isn’t working anymore and both traditional brands leaning into DTC and DTC brands trying to expand distribution need to focus on the most important thing- the way their current customer likes to shop.

Speaker :
  • harsh
    Harsh Lal
    Co-founder & Director, The Souled Store
  • Rohit
    Rohit Bachhawat
    Co-founder, Litmus
  • Kumar
    Kumar Saurabh
    CEO, Planet Retail Holdings Pvt Ltd.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM Founders Forum: Insights From The Brands Who Are Disrupting with Hybrid and Retail strategy In 2024

Re-examining Your Store Strategy and Purpose In an Omnichannel World

3:30 - 4:00 PM Understanding the Big Data
  • The role of consumer insights in cultivating customer loyalty and Profitability
  • Brand strategies for driving digital, metrics for measuring success.
Speaker :
  • mayur-solanki
    Mayur Solanki
    Founder & CEO, Dragon Hill
4:00 - 4:15 PM Keynote: Are D2C Brands Ready for Bourses?
  • What does it take?
  • Market Entry Strategies for Global Expansion
Speaker :
  • Sukhleen
    Sukhleen Aneja
    CEO, the Good Brands Co., The Good Glamm Group
12:40 - 1:00 PM Brand Licensing and D2C Brands: New Era. New Partnerships
Speaker :
  • Shivam
    Shivam Tripathi
    Co-founder, NewMePanel
1:00 - 2:00 PM NETWORKING LUNCH
2:00 - 2:30 PM Innovative Pitches: What Makes D2C Startups Stand Out in the Crowded Funding Space?
Speaker :
  • amit
    Amit Singal
    Founding Partner, Fluid Ventures
  • Tarun
    Tarun Joshi
    Founder and CEO of IGP.com and Join Ventures
2:30 - 3:00 PM How Conversational AI Will Transform eCommerce Forever
3:00 - 3:30 PM Mastering Social Commerce: Unleashing the Power of Multi-channel Integration and Live Selling
  • Multi-Channel Integration Strategies: Creating a Unified Shopping Experience
  • Technology Enablers: Tools and Platforms for Social Commerce Success
  • Navigating Cross-Platform Challenges: Consistency in Branding and Messaging
  • Global Perspectives: Cultural Sensitivity in Social Commerce
Speaker :
  • Mansi
    Mansi Jain
    CEO, the Good Brands Co., The Good Glamm Group
  • Neha
    Neha Suyal
    Co-Founder, Woovly
  • Kamaldeep
    Kamaldeep Singh
    CEO, Dealshare
3:30 - 4:00 PM Navigating Global E-Commerce Growth and the Big Opportunity
  • Understanding Cross-Border Regulatory Landscapes
  • Explore the complexities of diverse regulations governing cross-border e-commerce.
  • Cultural Sensitivity in Global Markets
  • Cross-Border Payment Challenges and Solutions
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Optimization for Global Reach
  • Market Entry Strategies for Global Expansion
Speaker :
  • Anant
    Anant Tanted
    Founder & CEO, The Indian Garage Co.
4:00 - 4:15 PM NETWORKING TEA
4:15- 5:00 PM Marketing To Gen Z and Beyond: A Conversation with the Z-Suite
  • Evolving the Playbook for Brand Partnerships and influencers
  • How Generative AI Is Changing The Digital Marketing World
  • Melding Brand and Performance Marketing
Speaker :
  • Sathish
    Sathish Kumar
    Chief Creative & Digital Communications Officer, Head D2C, Brand Studio Lifestyle Pvt Ltd
  • Udit
    Udit Toshniwal
    Co-founder & Creative Director, The Pant Project
  • pritesh
    Pritesh Asher
    Co-Founder & CEO, Juicy Chemistry
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