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Nishtha in a few words
A serial entrepreneur running retail businesses for the past 11 years. I have gathered a big database of practical and educational knowledge + contacts in the world of retail using which, I could help you in marketing strategy and business development of your company.
I am working on my current venture, Unnaaty, for the past 3 years before which I have run a successful handcrafted fashion jewellery business in India for 5 years. Between 2018 - 2019 I have worked at companies such as Fortnum and Mason and Hamleys of London in their merchandising department.
My educational background in finance I could help you with the analytical aspects of your project and with the masters degree in fashion marketing I could help you with the creative side of the business.
I am also at present a voluntary Mentor on the Help to Grow program for small business.
Experience
- UnnaatyDirectorJuly 2019 - Today (5 years and 5 months)London, UK'A brand with a purpose' One-of-a-kind destination for those looking for a curated mix of premium lifestyle and home decor products that not only contribute to your wellness and that of the environment but are made by vulnerable makers from the U.K.
- Hamleys of LondonMerchandising Admin Assistant - (FTC)January 2019 - November 2019 (10 months)London, UK
- Fortnum & MasonFashion Merchandising InternOctober 2018 - December 2018 (2 months)London, UKWorked as a part of the merchandising team for Fashion, beauty and home. Core responsibilities included -
*Issuing Purchase Orders
*Ensuring on-time delivery of stock
*Resolving stock related queries/discrepancies
*Formulating reports
*Lead the RTV process
**Was able to create value by formulating and implementing a new 'Return to Vendor' process, which was a part of an important project for the company. It helped the team with additional funds for re-investment and growth of the business during the peak season.
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Education
- MSc International Fashion Marketing, FashionCoventry University London2019MSc International Fashion Marketing, Fashion
- CA, Accounting and FinanceThe Institute of Chartered Accountants of India2013CA, Accounting and Finance
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and FinanceCHRIST CHURCH P.G. COLLEGE2011Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Finance