Alka Dembla
Enthusiast of Fashion Brands| Retail Head | IIM Nagpur | BW 40 Under 40
- Role
- Head of Retail Sales at The Indian Garage Co.
- Location
- Bengaluru, KA, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Alka Dembla
Retail business leader with 22+ years of experience driving P&L ownership…
Experience
Head of Retail Sales
Oct 2022 — Present · Bengaluru, IN
Retail strategist and leader with a track record of scaling brands, launching 100+ Fashion Factory stores, and spearheading the EBO vertical from inception to execution. Passionate about creating high-impact retail experiences and driving business growth. Retail Expansion & GTM Strategy – Successfully launched and expanded 100+ stores, signing key properties and driving business growth. Store Development & Design – Led concept creation, collaborated with agencies, and executed seamless store rollouts. Legal & Commercial Negotiations – Managed lease agreements, financial feasibility, and strategic property signings. Team Leadership & SOPs – Built and trained high-performing retail teams, ensuring operational excellence. Inventory & Visual Merchandising – Optimized stock management and created compelling in-store experiences. Brand Marketing & PR – Played a pivotal role in brand positioning, marketing strategies, and managing PR initiatives. Licensing & Partnerships – Strategized and secured Warner Brothers license merchandise, strengthening brand portfolio.Committed to transforming retail, enhancing customer experiences, and driving omnichannel success.
Education
Indian Institute of Management Nagpur
Senior management program
2023 — 2024
Mumbai University
Graduation
2004 — 2007
University of Mumbai
Bacelor's degree
2005 — 2007
Skills
- Management
- Operations Management
- Business Development
- Fashion
- Sales Promotion
- Brand Management
- Market Evaluation
- Sales
- People Management
- Retail & Strategy Planning
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