Vishal Malhotra appointed as Director of Operations, Mac Duggal India

Mac Duggal, Chicago-based women’s luxury apparel and evening wear fashion house, is pleased to announce the appointment of Vishal Malhotra as the Director of Operations for Mac Duggal India. Mac Duggal has become one of the most sought-after names in women’s luxury apparel and evening wear. Vishal brings over 24 years of unparalleled expertise in the dynamic retail industry, positioning him to lead Mac Duggal’s India chapter and further their expansion and presence in the country.

His experience spanning both brick-and-mortar establishments and e-commerce ventures, Vishal has a rich background encompassing various verticals such as apparel, high fashion garments for women, men, and kids, as well as fashion accessories and jewellery, Vishal stands as a seasoned authority in the realm of fashion business.

Throughout his illustrious career, Vishal has demonstrated a remarkable aptitude for launching new brands and propelling them to success in highly competitive markets. His proficiency in business planning, expansion strategies, merchandising, and category management endows him with the strategic prowess necessary to navigate brand launches effectively.

Currently spearheading the launch of Mac Duggal in India, Vishal leverages his extensive experience and profound understanding of consumer dynamics to establish the brand as a formidable presence in the country’s fashion scene. With his strategic vision and relentless drive for excellence, Vishal continues to shape the future of the fashion industry, earning accolades and admiration from peers and patrons alike.

 

Mac Duggal, Founder & Managing Director- Mac Duggal, expresses his delight upon onboarding Vishal, comments “We are pleased to welcome Vishal as the Director of Operations at Mac Duggal in India. His experience within the retail industry and his knowledge of introducing high-end and private labels to the Indian market, is truly a testament to his keen eye for spotting emerging trends and consumer preferences, which will help us in gaining a better understanding of the Indian market.

Among his notable achievements, Vishal has steered renowned brands including United Colors of Benetton, Arrow, Levis, Biba, W, etc during his tenure at Ebony Retail. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Studio Ivory, a platform showcasing prestigious luxe brands such as Shantnu and Nikhil, AN Jeans, etc among others which was the first platform in India to bring the culture of MBO in India.

His leadership roles at Ebony Retails Private Limited, Gini and Jony, Sahara India, etc and now as a Director at Mac Duggal further solidify his reputation as a visionary in the fashion business landscape.