Mr. Kavindra Mishra (Kavi) is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in retail, brand management, and business development. He currently serves as the Customer Care Associate - Managing Director & CEO at Shoppers Stop. Kavi joined the company in early 2023 as the Customer Care Associate & Chief Commercial Officer - External Brands & CEO Home, where he led and revamped the Home Category within the SSL Ecosystem. Prior to his tenure at Shoppers Stop, Kavi was the Managing Director and CEO of House of Anita Dongre, overseeing renowned brands such as AND, Anita Dongre, and Global Desi. Before that, he served as the Managing Director at Pepe Jeans India for six years, where he successfully transitioned the company from a joint venture to a wholly-owned subsidiary of Pepe Jeans Global, establishing the brand as a profitable and aspirational name in the denim market.
Kavi also co-founded Zovi.com, a start-up funded by Tiger Global and Saif Partners. His contributions to the retail and lifestyle segment were recognized by the Economic Times, which honoured him with the Inspiring CEO Award in 2022.