Kavindra Mishra
Kavindra Mishra, the CEO and MD of Shoppers Stop, is a seasoned retailer with over 25 years of experience in retail, brand management, and business development. He has worked with both e-commerce and brick-and-mortar businesses, building national and international brands across categories like menswear, kidswear, women’s ethnic and western wear.
Before joining Shoppers Stop, Kavi served as the Managing Director & CEO at House of Anita Dongre Ltd and CEO at Pepe Jeans London, where he spearheaded a remarkable turnaround, making it one of the most aspirational denim brands in the country. Kavi’s leadership roles at international brands such as United Colors Of Benetton, Tommy Hilfiger, and Nokia India showcased his prowess in retail operations, business development, and brand management. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found Zovi.Com, an online apparel and lifestyle brand funded by Tiger Global and Saif, where he played a pivotal role in its establishment and growth.
Kavi’s deep understanding of qualities like endurance, resilience, and goal-setting is a result of his passion for marathon running, with over 50 Half Marathons under his belt across continents. Bringing his wealth of experience and lessons learned from marathon pursuits, Kavi joined Shoppers Stop in early 2023 as the Chief Commercial Officer – External Brands & CEO Home, where he led and revamped the Home Category in the SSL Ecosystem. Recently elevated to Managing Director & CEO of Shoppers Stop, Kavi is leading the next phase of growth for the company, which pioneered the concept of department stores in India.
Under Kavi’s leadership, Shoppers Stop has seen significant growth milestones while maintaining its position as a pioneer in the retail industry. His experience, expertise, and qualities as a marathon runner are paying off in the success of Shoppers Stop today.
