Kajal V.

Co-Founder

Shanghai, China15 yrs 9 mos experience
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Key Highlights

  • Over 15 years in branding and retail.
  • Founded 21GenX, onboarding 12+ brands in two years.
  • Expert in D2C strategies and market entry.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a leader in E-Commerce and D2C market strategies.

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Skills

Core Skills

Start-up LeadershipProduct DesignD2cBrand ManagementOperations Management

Other Skills

AI-powered toolsAccount ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBusiness PlanningBusiness StrategyDistribution StrategiesE-Commerce IntegrationGlobal E-CommerceIndustrial DesignInternational SalesKey Account ManagementManagementManufacturingMarket ResearchMarketing

About

India’s consumer market is booming, but for emerging brands, breaking in isn't easy. ❌ Distribution is complex. ❌ Consumer behavior is constantly evolving. ❌ A one-size-fits-all strategy doesn’t work. In 15+ years working across branding, retail, and distribution, I’ve seen one thing hold true — Brands that deeply understand Indian consumer psychology and adapt to the retail ecosystem win. Not by just selling a product. But by creating a meaningful market presence. At 21GenX, we help brands do just that. By combining data-driven insights, AI-powered inventory management, and strategic retail partnerships, we make market entry easier. We’ve collaborated with several global brands known for their innovation—brands already thriving in this space. The intersection of tech, consumer behavior, and retail strategy is reshaping the game. And as India's D2C landscape evolves, so will the strategies that fuel growth, expansion, and cross-border commerce. The question is—Are brands ready to adapt? let's talk if you’re a brand founder, investor, or retail innovator, let’s connect and shape the future of e-commerce in India. Also helping product-based startups in D2C to scale and grow their business with investment and counseling. Angel investor to help startups grow. The future of retail in India is being written now—let’s shape it together.

Experience

Wedidx

Co-Founder

Jun 2025Present · 9 mos · India · Remote

  • A dedicated space where industrial designers from around the world gather to share ideas, showcase work, and spark collaborations that shape the future of design.
Start-up LeadershipNetworkingIndustrial DesignProduct Design

21genx

Founder

Nov 2022Present · 3 yrs 4 mos · India · On-site

  • 21genX is a specialized e-commerce marketplace designed to empower emerging brands and bring unique, high-quality products to consumers. By leveraging proprietary technology and strategic partnerships, we simplify market entry and drive scalable growth for innovative brands.
  • Under my leadership, 21genX has successfully onboarded 12+ brands in just two years, utilizing a proprietary technology platform that streamlines brand onboarding and market penetration.
  • I’ve built strategic collaborations with over 10 international brands, helping them establish a foothold in the Indian market.
  • We’ve used AI-powered tools to manage inventory and predict demand, making operations smoother and more efficient. I’ve also built distribution networks that make it easier for startups to enter the market, creating a more accessible and competitive space for new brands to grow.
Distribution StrategiesD2CBrand ManagementE-Commerce Integration

Kapalin marketing

Managing Director

Apr 2017Apr 2021 · 4 yrs · Kolkata

Shanghai qianka trading co. ltd

Managing Director

Jul 2014Present · 11 yrs 8 mos · Shanghai, China · On-site

Smith therm (hk) limited

Managing Director Business Development

Sep 2013Jun 2014 · 9 mos

Smith therm pvt. ltd.

2 roles

Global Head- Business Development

Apr 2011Present · 14 yrs 11 mos

Chief Marketing Officer

May 2008Feb 2009 · 9 mos

Education

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

Senior Management Programme

Bengal Institute of technolgy

Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.)

Jan 2005Jan 2009

BNS DAV Public School

Intermediate — Science

Jan 2001Jan 2003

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