Chandni Kapadia

Chandni Kapadia

Assistant Merchandiser, JC Penny

Ms. Chandni Kapadia started her career as a Assistant Merchandiser at JC Penny, USA in the year 1993, while studying merchandising from Fashion Institute of Technology, New York. She later on went to pursue her Master in Business Administration from London School of Economics and holds a degree in Psychology and Philosophy as well
She played an instrumental role in the pricing Strategy of the world’s largest coffee brand Starbucks in their Indian foray & training of staff & organizing its first Store launch in India at Horniman Cirle, Mumbai in October, 2012 She walked her way up the ladder of success with companies like Earlson Trading UK, Delta Trade International, Debenhams PLC. She has excelled in her roles as Country Head, Business Head and Asia Pacific Head in companies like NEXT, Accessorize, Calvin Klein & Guess She has run businesses and built brands with a clear recognition in this challenging environment whilst providing impetus to strategic planning. She was also conferred with World Women Leadership Congress Award on Feb, 2019 for her immense contribution to fashion industry. She is working as the Chief Operating Officer at GLS University established under Gujarat Law Society since last 7 years and holds a law degree with 6 gold medals. She has also associated herself with the field of law and is also practicing at Nanavati & Nanavati, Ahmedabad