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ace turtle onboards Shivcharan P as chief business officer – fashion
Mumbai: ace turtle, new India’s leading technology-native retail company has appointed Shivcharan P as the chief business officer – fashion. In his new role, Shivcharan will lead the strategy and business operations for the prestigious Lee, Wrangler, and to-be-launched Dockers brands in India. His vision and leadership will drive the growth of ace turtle’s fashion portfolio, scaling the business further, driving innovation and enhancing the shopping experience for consumers across the country.
Shivcharan brings with him a rich and diverse experience of 17 years across various leadership roles in FMCG, online food delivery and consumer internet industries. Throughout his illustrious career, he has demonstrated his expertise in leading and strategizing business operations in prominent companies.
Commenting on the appointment of Shivcharan, ace turtle CEO Nitin Chhabra said, “We are thrilled to welcome Shivcharan to our leadership team. His business acumen and strong understanding of technology-driven businesses align perfectly with our goal to lead the retail industry’s evolution with technology. I am confident that under his guidance, our fashion portfolio will continue to thrive and exceed expectations.”
Prior to joining ace turtle, Shivcharan led strategy and business at Tata Digital. He was able to help Tata Digital set up their loyalty proposition and strategy along with prototyping a group wide loyalty program. He worked at Swiggy before that where he spearheaded various roles across business operations and headed the food marketplace business. He started his career at P&G India after MBA from IIM Calcutta. During his 12.5 years at P&G India, he worked across multiple categories and geographies, specialising in Babycare, Femcare, Haircare and Fabric Care.
Embarking on his new role, Shivcharan said, “I am very excited to join ace turtle. I am inspired by the company’s goal to transform omnichannel retail on the back of integrated technology that connects the consumer understanding and signals all the way back into the supply chain. I look forward to partner with the talented teams at ace turtle and help deliver this vision.”
ace turtle is actively redefining the retail landscape through its Retail Nxt approach. In 2021, ace turtle acquired long-term licenses for iconic denim brands Lee and Wrangler in India and select South Asian markets. Leveraging its proprietary tech platforms and vertical commerce business model, ace turtle has grown the sales of Lee and Wrangler by over 100 per cent in FY2023 over FY2022. ace turtle has announced bringing Dockers to India and will launch the brand by the end of 2023.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
