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  Building Payrails: A Founder's Emotional Rollercoaster 20.08.2026 31p

  In payments, there's no such thing as "we sold 90% and we are fine." So why do most enterprises still treat it that way?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, Dharmendra sits down with Emre Talay, co-founder and COO of Payrails, the modular payment infrastructure platform backed by Andreessen Horowitz and HV Capital. Emre has spent 15 years in payments, from building payment acceptance from scratch as a product manager in 2010, to running BKM, Turkey's local MasterCard switch system, to overseeing fintech across 70 countries at Delivery Hero, before co-founding Payrails four and a half years ago.This conversation gets into all of it. Why "accepting payments" and "payments working" are two completely different things. The real P&L cost of ignoring payment orchestration, and why the number most CFOs see is never the full picture. Why the Middle East's fragmented, country-by-country payment landscape is both a technical headache and a genuine opportunity. And why Emre is convinced AI will reshape payments completely in the next five years, but not willing to build on hype before the value is real.Emre also breaks down what it actually took to raise from top-tier investors, why building a startup feels a lot like raising a kid, and the emotional rollercoaster of the first two years of founding a company. Plus, the one thing he wishes every founder understood: if you're doing this to make money, don't.If you're a founder, a payments operator, or anyone who's ever heard "it works" and wondered if that was actually true, this one's for you.About Emre Talay Emre Talay is the co-founder and COO of Payrails. Over the last ten years, he's led teams across operations, payment acceptance, risk, and compliance, working on the merchant side of fintech globally. Emre’s merchant-first vantage point is what motivates him to help other merchants simplify the growing complexity of payments, leading him to co-found Payrails in 2022. About Payrails Payrails is a modular financial infrastructure platform spanning payment orchestration, tokenization, unified analytics, reconciliation, chargebacks, fee monitoring, and more. It helps high-growth companies turn payments from a cost centre into a growth lever, boosting revenue and margins through AI-native workflows. Trusted by brands including Puma, HelloFresh, Vinted, Preply, Flix, Careem, and inDrive. About your host, Dharmendra MehtaDharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he's all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean businessRetail Re:Mix Stories is part of Retail Re:Mix, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape. This podcast is powered by Fynd, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for 300+ brands.
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  The Trust Advantage: Massi’s Vision for Mumzworld 29.07.2026 35p

  From Monza to Sydney, Spain, Nigeria, and now Dubai. What do you learn when you've built from scratch in some of the world's most unforgiving markets?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, Dharmendra sits down with Massimiliano Spalazzi, CEO of Mumzworld, the GCC's trusted platform for mothers and young parents. Massi's story starts in Africa, where he helped build Jumia from a Lagos launch into 17 markets in four years, six business models running in parallel, and the first African internet company to list on the NYSE. Then he moved to Dubai, became a customer of a startup called Mumzworld, and eventually became its CEO.This conversation gets into all of it. How challenging markets produce better operators. Why Massi became a Mumzworld customer before he ever joined the company, and what that taught him about what parents in the GCC actually need. Why convenience is no longer a differentiator, and why trust and support are the moat worth building. How Mumzworld is thinking about community commerce and word-of-mouth as a growth engine. And where product discovery is headedMassi also breaks down why he thinks AI is a real enabler of speed, but only when your direction is already clear. Why a milestone is never the finish line, it's just the next starting point. And his one rule for winning: focus on the customer, and everything else follows. Jeff Bezos said the same thing, he says. Almost nobody actually does it.Plus, he's been a global citizen by force, still searching for free time, and thinks the whole strategy fits in one sentence - wake up, be the customer.If you're building in the GCC, scaling a vertical marketplace, or trying to figure out what comes after convenience, this one's for you.About Massimiliano SpalazziMassimiliano Spalazzi is the Group CEO of Mumzworld, the Middle East's leading e-commerce platform for mothers, babies, and children. He spent nine years at Jumia, one of the most ambitious bets in African tech, working his way from CEO of Emerging Countries across seven markets to CEO of Jumia Nigeria, before the company became the first African internet business to list on the NYSE. He then moved to Dubai, became a Mumzworld customer, and eventually became its CEO. oday, he is leading Mumzworld's evolution from an e-commerce platform into a trusted parenting ecosystem that supports families through products, services, content, and community.About MumzworldFounded in 2011, Mumzworld is the region's most trusted parenting platform, supporting families at every stage of their parenting journey. Built by entrepreneurial parents, Mumzworld was created to make parenting simpler through a seamless, reliable, and expertly curated experience designed for families across the region, Today, Mumzworld continues to evolve beyond shopping, bringing together trusted products, services, expert support, and community experiences designed around the real needs of families.About your host, Dharmendra MehtaDharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he's all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean businessRetail Re:Mix Stories is part of Retail Re:Mix, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape. This podcast is powered by Fynd, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for 300+ brands.
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  "Wo liegt Abu Dhabi?" 01.07.2026 37p

  From hospitality to high-tech: what do 12 years of working in hospitality, e-commerce, electronics, teach you about building a business that truly understands its customer?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Sabrina Würfel, Head of Direct to Consumer (D2C) Business at Samsung Gulf Electronics who went from semi-professional figure skating to an early-2000s internship answering car repair questions for a secondhand dealer's online community, to running e-commerce for a 200-year-old German hotel, to building Samsung's D2C business from scratch in a region she'd never set foot in.This conversation dives into it all. We're talking how a towel-swan A/B test was proven wrong by a head of housekeeping, how Samsung launched its e-commerce platform across 8 countries in 8 months mid-pandemic, why "no one reads emails here" upended everything she believed about marketing in Europe, and how she balances supporting Samsung's omnichannel presence while still giving customers an added value proposition to buy direct.Sabrina also breaks down what customer loyalty really means beyond a points program, why personalization should start from your first click and not your first purchase, why data silos are the real enemy of a D2C business, and her take on AI as an "Agent Maestro", powerful, but only as good as the humans who train and direct it.Plus, she's been doing this for 12 years and still says she's learning every day. She loses more sleep over enabling her team than hitting targets, and her rule for problem-solving is simple: don't bring her a problem without three solutions.If you're building D2C in the GCC, scaling e-commerce inside a big organization, or just want to understand how to lead through constant change, this one's for you.About Sabrina Würfel:Sabrina Würfel is a regional digital commerce and product leader with over 12 years of experience across MENA and Europe, including 7+ years in senior leadership. She is the head of Direct to Consumer Business for Samsung Gulf Electronics and has experience across 13 markets in the Middle East and North Africa, owning regional P&L, platform strategy, localisation, payments, and customer experience. Her work sits at the intersection of commerce, product, and platforms, scaling ecosystems, launching regional apps, and turning global capabilities into commercially successful regional execution.About your host, Dharmendra MehtaDharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he's all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is part of Retail Re:Mix, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by Fynd, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for 300+ brands.
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  Comfort Zones Don't Build Companies 04.06.2026 45p

  From Paris lockdowns to Dubai warehouses full of millions in unsold luxury goods — what does it take to spot a $3 billion problem nobody's solving and build the infrastructure to fix it?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Jennifer Cohen Solal, Co-founder & CEO of HushDay, who left a 15-year career serving some of Europe's biggest fashion and luxury brands, swore she was done with entrepreneurship, moved to Dubai for the sunshine and the freedom, and then couldn't help herself.This conversation gets into it. We're talking about why luxury brands in the GCC were literally destroying their own goods rather than discounting publicly (and why that's about to be illegal), how HushDay built a members-only off-price platform that does the complete opposite of Amazon — limited time, limited stock, and sometimes a one-hour queue just to get in, and why 35% of customers who buy at a discount go on to buy full price anyway.Jennifer also breaks down what a robotised warehouse has to do with flash sales, why she spent 24 hours manually tagging products before calling the whole thing off mid-event, and what building a business model that's been proven for 25 years, but never for this market, actually looks like from the inside.Plus: she has done 25 versions of her pitch deck, gets 90 noes for every 100 messages, still doesn't sleep well, and would genuinely love your advice on that last one.If you're building in the GCC, working in retail or luxury, or just want to understand what it looks like to turn dead inventory into a living business, this one's for you.About Jennifer Cohen SolalJennifer is the Co-founder and CEO of HushDay, the GCC's first full-service off-price infrastructure for luxury and premium brands. With 15+ years in e-commerce, marketing, and brand restructuring across Europe, she moved to Dubai three years ago and spotted a gap too big to ignore: $3 billion in unsold inventory sitting in regional warehouses every year, with no premium solution to move it. HushDay is building that solution — a gated, members-only platform combining private sales, physical events, staff sales, and AI-powered inventory intelligence.About HushDayHushDay is the GCC's off-price infrastructure for premium and luxury brands — turning dormant inventory into revenue without compromising brand equity. Through exclusive online private sales, curated offline events, staff sales management, and export clearing, HushDay connects brands to a vetted member base hungry for smart access to great products. New members can sign up using referral code (hushjennifer).About your host, Dharmendra MehtaDharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he's all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is part of Retail Re:Mix, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by Fynd, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for 300+ brands.
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  The Billion Dollar Blind Spot 23.04.2026 45p

  What does it take to build the technology backbone of a $1.2 billion retail unicorn, when you don't even know what's in the boxes you're selling?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, powered by Fynd, we sit down with Bappaditya Banerjee, Director of Technology and Business Transformation at BFL (Brands For Less) Group, a GCC retail unicorn and one of the world's most unique off-price retailers.Bappaditya brings over 23 years of retail technology experience across 10 countries, from Wipro and Tesco to Landmark Group and now BFL, and this conversation is as much a masterclass in business transformation as it is in retail technology.We go deep on what makes off-price retail the most complex and exciting segment in the industry. BFL doesn't buy structured inventory, they hunt deals, buy mystery boxes of branded merchandise, and then race against time to get the right product to the right store before the treasure hunt excitement fades. Bappaditya breaks down exactly how technology makes that possible.We also talk about why going live is just the beginning (not the finish line), how to build a real ROI case for technology investments that your CFO will actually believe, and why the best enterprise systems should feel as intuitive as WhatsApp.Then there's his take on AI, from using it to generate entire marketing campaigns without a single photo shoot, to building a conversational BI platform where your CEO can just ask questions and get answers. And his 3-2-1 rule for product design that every tech builder needs to hear.Plus, the man runs a Bengali original music band called Bong Bedouins. By night. After 10pm. Because apparently building a retail unicorn's tech infrastructure isn't enough.If you're in retail, technology, e-commerce, or just obsessed with how great businesses are built from the inside out, this one is essential listening.About Bappaditya BanerjeeBappaditya Banerjee is the Director of Technology and Business Transformation at BFL (Brands For Less) Group. With 23+ years across Wipro, Tesco, Landmark Group and now BFL — spanning 10 countries, he has built a career at the intersection of retail, technology, and large-scale business transformation. He is known for one belief above all: the best solutions are always the simplest ones.About BFL (Brands For Less) GroupFounded in 1996 and headquartered in Dubai, BFL Group is the GCC's leading off-price retailer of fashion, homeware, and toys. Operating 100+ stores across seven markets, BFL's unique "treasure hunt" model offers customers up to 80% off on branded merchandise. In 2024, TJX Companies, parent of TJ Maxx and Marshalls, acquired a 35% stake, valuing BFL at $1.2 billion and confirming its unicorn status.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business
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  The Young Guns 02.04.2026 54p

  What does it take to make a massive impact early in your career, while the journey is still unfolding?‍In this special edition of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we shine a light on the Young Guns, rising leaders who, in a short span of time, have already left a significant mark on their companies and the region at large.‍Meet Aditya Singh, Head of Planning & Merchandising at Splash Fashions (Landmark Group), a mechanical engineer turned fashion leader who's navigated supply chain, strategy, and buying to shape what people wear across hundreds of stores. And Dr. Sreejit Chakrabarty, Group Head of Technology, AI & Innovation at Fortes Investment, a robotics-loving, F1-obsessed builder who once unknowingly contributed to India's Chandrayaan mission and is now redesigning how education meets the future.‍Together, they unpack what it means to build a career with a long-term lens, why ethics is the foundation everything else is built on, how AI is reshaping both fashion retail and classrooms, and what the store, and school, of the future actually looks like.‍This one's for the builders, the curious, and the ones who refuse to treat their career like a sprint.‍About Aditya SinghAditya Singh, VP & Head of Planning & Merchandising at Splash Fashions, Landmark Group oversees buying, inventory, and trade decisions across one of the region's leading fashion brands. A mechanical engineer turned retail operator, Aditya has spent five years at Landmark across supply chain, strategy, and merchandising.‍About Splash Fashions (Landmark Group)Splash is a leading fashion retail brand from Landmark Group, offering apparel for men, women, and teens across 200 stores in 13 countries. Known for trend-led collections and iconic regional fashion events, it also partners with global brands like Kappa, Lee Cooper, and Bossini. With a strong focus on sustainability, 80% of its collections use eco-friendly fabrics, alongside multiple industry recognitions for responsible retailing.‍About Dr. Sreejit ChakrabartyDr. Sreejit Chakrabarty leads Technology, AI & Innovation at Fortis Investment, overseeing the group's education, construction, and other verticals. With nearly two decades in the UAE and a background rooted in robotics and engineering, he's been shaping future-ready institutions from the ground up — including work that unknowingly fed into ISRO's Chandrayaan mission.‍About Fortes InvestmentFortes Investment, fortes. co is a 40+ year-old group that operates in several verticals – education, edtech, property development, engineering, distribution, fleet management, and investments. The group is integrally involved in all stages of the business from start-up to operations and sets up professional leadership teams with operational systems which grow each business.‍About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business
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  Build Your Moat, Build Your Brand 29.12.2025 51p

  From Kerala classrooms to Amazon's Luxembourg headquarters, what does it take to lead fashion e-commerce across three continents?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Vivek Rajukumar, CEO of 6th Street, who's mastered the art of switching between suits and casuals (literally and culturally) throughout his career. Born to two doctors who instilled fire and ice in equal measure, Vivek broke the family pattern by choosing math over medicine, and ended up revolutionizing how millions of people shop for fashion.This conversation goes deep. We're talking about delivering fashion in 60 minutes (yes, that's possible now), why the top 1% of customers across India, Europe, and the GCC are more alike than you'd think, and how AI won't just speed things up, it'll fundamentally change what's possible in retail. Vivek explains why brand equity matters more than the platform you sell on, how 800+ physical stores are powering digital growth, and why he believes shopping will become conversational by 2030.Plus, there's the story of how one eloquent speech at an engineering college changed his entire career trajectory, and why he's so careful about letting ChatGPT into his creative process (spoiler: he fixed his washing machine with it, but won't let it do his thinking).If you're curious about where omnichannel is headed, how to build culture while scaling globally, and what it means to be an "and" company instead of an "or" company, this one's essential listening.About Vivek RajukumarVivek Rajukumar is the CEO of 6thStreet, the #1 fashion and lifestyle commerce platform in the GCC. A lifelong student of marketplaces, he's led digital commerce across GCC, Europe, India, China, and Southeast Asia — from building businesses at Flipkart to scaling multi-billion-dollar ecosystems at Amazon. He blends curiosity, analytical thinking, and creativity to solve complex problems, build high-performance teams, and mentor bootstrapped founders in 20+ countries.About 6thStreet6thStreet is the omnichannel e-commerce fashion destination from Apparel Group, offering shoes, bags, clothing, and accessories from coveted brands including Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Adidas, Levi's, New Balance, Crocs, Birkenstock, and many more. The platform provides free delivery, free returns, cash on delivery, and click-and-collect options.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape. This podcast is powered by ⁠⁠Fynd⁠⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Once You Commit, You Can’t Back Out 09.12.2025 48p

  From Excel sheets to AI agents, how do you fix an industry that's been running on relationships and spreadsheets for decades?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Harsh Sajnani, CEO and Founder of Kingpin, who's building the future of B2B commerce. Coming from three generations of wholesale and retail (his grandfather was literally driving fabrics between Dubai and Al Ain in the 1950s), Harsh tried to escape the family business... but ended up rebuilding it entirely.This conversation gets into the good stuff. We're talking about a world where AI understands your shop's needs better than a spreadsheet ever could, where two stores on the same street get personalized assortments automatically, and where buyers finally stop juggling 20 different logins. Harsh explains why most B2B platforms miss the point, how technology amplifies rather than replaces human relationships, and the thinking behind the "Kingpin" name.Plus, there's an Ironman story that involves going from 20kg heavier to race-ready, with another race happening in three days. Because apparently building a tech startup wasn't challenging enough.If you're curious about where B2B is headed, how AI changes the game without losing the human touch, and what drives someone to tackle both business and endurance challenges, this one's worth your time.About Harsh SajnaniHarsh Sajnani is the CEO and Founder of Kingpin. Born and raised in Dubai, he comes from three generations of wholesale and retail experience. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree with a background in mathematics and statistics, he's combining deep industry knowledge with AI to solve B2B commerce challenges.About KingpinKingpin is an AI-powered B2B platform that helps brands find, approach, and convert retailers at scale. The platform consolidates fragmented buying processes — replacing multiple Excel sheets and logins with one unified system that connects people, products, and workflows. Processing $200 million in transactions, Kingpin is building the infrastructure for modern wholesale distribution.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape. This podcast is powered by ⁠⁠Fynd⁠⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Full Speed Ahead 19.11.2025 34p

  What does it take to build a mobility company that moves with you, not just around you?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Abhinav Patwa, Executive Vice President at Zed Mobility, to talk about creating systems that move with intent. With over 15 years across mobility, tech, and retail, Abhinav shares how lean teams, clear thinking, and disciplined execution are shaping Zed’s approach to modern travel in the UAE.This conversation goes beyond tech and transport. Abhinav reflects on leading through clarity, scaling without losing rhythm, and finding balance between innovation and reliability — lessons that apply far beyond mobility.If you’re curious about where the future of movement is headed, and what it takes to lead teams that move in sync, this episode is for you.About Abhinav PatwaAbhinav Patwa is the Executive Vice President at Zed Mobility, where he leads business strategy, operations, and growth across the UAE. With over 15 years of experience in mobility, technology, and retail, he has played a key role in scaling businesses and driving operational excellence across diverse sectors.About Zed MobilityZed Mobility is a UAE-based e-hailing company, headquartered in Dubai focused on creating efficient, reliable, and comfortable urban travel experiences. The platform leverages technology to offer real-time accuracy, transparent pricing, and user-centric design. About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Wisdom and Wealth 28.07.2025 30p

  What does it take to lead one of the world’s most respected fintech companies in a region that’s still defining its next decade of growth?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Daumantas Grigaravicius, Head of Middle East at Adyen, to unpack a journey that’s anything but linear — from growing up in the UK, to launching a coffee subscription startup, dabbling in crypto, and now building future-facing infrastructure across the MENA region.But this isn’t just a story about payments.It’s about building smart systems, spotting patterns in emerging markets, and choosing clarity over chaos — both at work and at home. Daumantas reflects on the kind of leadership that prioritizes long-term impact over short-term hype, and how he creates space for balance, family, and giving back — without compromising ambition.If you’re thinking about how to scale with purpose, stay sharp in fast-evolving industries, or lead with calm in the middle of complexity — this one’s for you.About your guest, Daumantas GrigaraviciusDaumantas Grigaravicius, is the Head of Middle East at Adyen, leading the company’s regional strategy and growth from Dubai. With a background that spans private banking, entrepreneurship, and crypto, Domantas brings a rare mix of operational depth and strategic clarity.About Adyen Adyen is a global financial technology platform powering seamless payments for some of the world’s leading brands — from Uber to H&M. Known for its unified commerce infrastructure, Adyen enables businesses to accept payments, protect revenue, and manage financial data across channels and geographies. In the Middle East, Adyen is helping drive the future of commerce by combining global scale with local expertise.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Accidental Retailer 14.07.2025 33p

  What does it take to lead over 200 stores, steer a beloved family-first brand, and stay grounded in the realities of the shop floor?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Ruban Shanmugarajah, CEO of Babyshop, to talk about leadership that’s both human and high-performing. With over 20 years in retail, Ruban shares how a career he never planned for became a calling—shaped by curiosity, customer proximity, and a deep understanding of the modern parent.This conversation goes beyond buzzwords and trend decks. Ruban breaks down what it takes to stay relevant in the decade ahead: tuning into what parents really need, building teams that care, and resisting the pressure to digitize for the sake of it. He shares the mindset shifts, leadership habits, and cultural levers that keep Babyshop grounded and growing.If you're thinking about how to build brands that parents trust and teams that deliver at scale, this episode is for you.About your guest, Ruban ShanmugarajahRuban didn’t set out to be a retailer—but two decades later, he’s leading one of the region’s most iconic family-first brands. Now CEO of Babyshop, Landmark Group’s flagship kids and baby retail concept with 200+ stores across the Middle East and Asia, Ruban brings a rare mix of operational depth, sharp execution, and deep empathy for the everyday customer.About BabyshopFounded in 1973, Babyshop is a trusted one-stop destination for children’s products, offering everything from fashion and nursery items to toys and travel gear. As part of Landmark Group, Babyshop is present across the Middle East and Asia, serving millions of parents through its omnichannel footprint.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Live a Full Life 26.06.2025 39p

  What does it take to navigate three decades of consumer markets, from Delhi to Dubai, and still lead with balance, curiosity, and a sense of purpose?In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Mr. Annu Gupta, CEO of Global Business at Britannia Industries, to explore the journey of an engineer-turned-business leader whose career has spanned continents, industries, and cultures. From his early days in Delhi packed with football, science, and music, to leading billion-dollar businesses across Africa and the Middle East, Annu reflects on the personal philosophies and professional choices that shaped him.You’ll hear how balance became a life principle, why mentorship and friendship fuel high-performance teams, and what it really takes to build relevance in unfamiliar markets. Whether it’s pivoting from engineering to FMCG, leading food companies in West Africa, or scaling Britannia’s global footprint—this is a story about clarity, adaptability, and staying grounded in the chaos.Curious how a football-loving, logic-driven kid from India became a global FMCG force? Hit play. This one’s honest, reflective, and full of gold.Enjoyed the episode?That’s just the beginning. Become a part of the Retail Re:Mix community — think live events, insider convos, and early drops of every episode. Plus, get direct access to our WhatsApp circle of retail game-changers. Fill this form out now:https://forms.gle/PfMghDho55s79r2b8About your guest, Mr Annu GuptaWith over 28 years of leadership in the FMCG industry, Mr. Annu Gupta (formerly CEO - International Business at Britannia Industries Limited) is currently driving Haldiram’s International Business across global markets as CEO – International Business. His journey spans transforming businesses in the Middle East, Africa, and other international markets, where he has built a reputation for delivering sustainable growth, profitability, and innovation.About Haldiram Snacks Food Pvt. Ltd.Haldiram’s is one of India’s most iconic food brands, with an 80+ year legacy in traditional snacks, sweets, and packaged foods. Known for its strong consumer connect and wide product portfolio, the brand is now expanding its global footprint with a vision to build a world-class food brand across international markets.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta ⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmendra-mehta/Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Legacy through Generosity 04.06.2025 43p

  What does it take to turn a family business into a lifestyle empire, one that leaves its mark on every corner of daily life in Dubai and beyond?In this episode of Retail Remix Stories, we sit down with Hassan Tamimi, CEO of Al Tannan Group—a retail leader whose journey spans continents, generations, and industries. From juggling school with retail launches to pioneering new concepts in kitchenware, collectibles, and lifestyle, Hassan reveals how bold ideas, relentless curiosity, and a global mindset have fueled Al Tannan’s remarkable rise.Discover the inner workings of Al Tannan’s evolution as Hassan shares candid stories about honouring a decades-old family legacy while embracing modern trends, overcoming generational differences, and keeping the spirit of innovation alive.Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply fascinated by the people driving Dubai’s retail evolution, this episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways from Hassan’s unique journey.Ready to rethink what’s possible in retail? Join the conversation now!Enjoyed the episode? That’s just the beginning. Become a part of the Retail Re:Mix community — think live events, insider convos, and early drops of every episode. Plus, get direct access to our WhatsApp circle of retail game-changers. Fill this form out now: https://forms.gle/PfMghDho55s79r2b8About your guest, Hassan TamimiHassan Tamimi CEO of Al Tannan Group, is a retail leader known for blending tradition with innovation. With a passion for entrepreneurship and a global outlook, he has played a key role in shaping the next chapter of his family’s legacy, championing new ideas and inspiring growth across the UAE’s retail landscape.About Al Tannan GroupFounded in Dubai in 1982, Al Tannan Group has grown from a homegrown family business into a lifestyle powerhouse, shaping everyday experiences across the UAE and the wider region.About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Balancing Disruptions: Fatherhood & Fintech 18.05.2025 40p

  What does it take to leapfrog from cash to cutting-edge digital payments? MENA may have the answer.From the dominance of cash to the rise of buy now, pay later, fintech in the region has had to navigate a fragmented market, local nuances, and deep-rooted consumer behaviour. But agility and adaptability are now the name of the game, and AI is reshaping how payments scale, save, and serve.To unpack this evolution, we turn to Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo, General Manager for MENA at Checkout.com, whose career sits at the intersection of these seismic shifts. Through his perspective, we break down the challenges fintech players face in building trust, staying flexible, and designing systems that go beyond just processing payments, to powering business growth at scale.Enjoyed the episode? That’s just the beginning. Become a part of the Retail Re:Mix community — think live events, insider convos, and early drops of every episode. Plus, get direct access to our WhatsApp circle of retail gamechangers. Fill this form out now: https://forms.gle/PfMghDho55s79r2b8About your guest, Remo Giovanni AbbondandoloRemo is the General Manager for MENA at Checkout.com, bringing over a decade of experience in scaling digital businesses across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/remogiovanni/About Checkout.comFounded in 2012 and headquartered in London, Checkout.com is a global payments platform that enables businesses to accept, process, and disburse payments with a unified solution. About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmendra-mehta/Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  #GSD Get Sh*t Done 02.05.2025 47p

  What happens when you build faster, smarter, and for something bigger than yourself? You spark a movement.In Episode 2 of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Marc Jeffrey — COO and CTO of The Giving Movement, one of Dubai’s boldest fashion-for-good brands.Marc’s journey isn’t your typical tech-to-operator story. He’s a hustler who’s constantly learning and proving his edge. From scaling SaaS teams to leading a mission-driven brand, Marc shows how staying curious — and a little dangerous — is the ultimate growth hack.This episode is all about building with both precision and heart, and why business should be driven by purpose.Tune in now and get inspired to build with impact.Enjoyed the episode?That’s just the beginning. Become a part of the Retail Re:Mix community — think live events, insider convos, and early drops of every episode. Plus, get direct access to our WhatsApp circle of retail game-changers.Fill this form out now: https://forms.gle/PfMghDho55s79r2b8About your guest, Marc JeffreyCOO & CTO of The Giving Movement,Marc is a tech leader turned mission-driven operator. With a passion for innovation and impact, he’s scaling one of Dubai’s most talked-about fashion-for-good brands.LinkedIn: Marc JeffreyAbout The Giving MovementFounded in Dubai, The Giving Movement is a fashion brand that blends high-performance streetwear with social good. The brand is committed to giving back, pledging millions to causes that matter while proving that fashion can be a force for positive change.Check out The Giving Movement here: The Giving MovementAbout your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmendra-mehta/Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.
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  Business is Personal 14.04.2025 57p

  What happens when you don’t want to follow the rules? You rewrite them.In the debut episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, meet Erika Blazeviciute Doyle, the visionary founder of Drink Dry — a brand that didn’t just enter the non-alcoholic beverage space but completely revolutionized it.Erika shares how she created an entirely new category, disrupted an industry resistant to change, and stayed true to her mission despite setbacks.This isn’t your average “success story.” From overcoming challenges to reshaping perceptions, Erika opens up about her journey — including her childhood in Lithuania, the pivotal moments that shaped her mindset, and how her family’s support pushed her forward.Tune in to hear how Erika refused to take ‘no’ for an answer to build something unique. This episode is about resilience, innovation, and why business is personal.About your guest, ⁠Erika Blazeviciute Doyle⁠Founder & CEO of Drink Dry, Erika is a bold disruptor, angel investor, and mentor. Winner of the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Woman 2024, she brings sharp strategy, deep purpose, and relentless grit to everything she builds.About ⁠Drink Dry⁠Born in Dubai, Drink Dry is the first premium platform for alcohol-free beverages in the Middle East. The brand curates the best global options and leads the movement to redefine how people drink — with intention and style.About your host, ⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.Enjoyed the episode? That’s just the beginning. Become a part of the Retail Re:Mix community — think live events, insider convos, and early drops of every episode. Plus, get direct access to our WhatsApp circle of retail game-changers. Fill this form out now: linkRetail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.