The Consumer Circle
Schedule
Sun Jan 11 2026 at 01:00 pm to 04:00 pm
UTC+05:30Location
The Founders Co-works | Mumbai, MH
Event Overview
A curated networking experience crafted exclusively for founders, leaders, and innovators building consumer brands across D2C, eCommerce, F&B, Fashion, Retail, CPG, and Consumer Goods — for those who value depth over numbers.
With just 20–30 seats, this meetup is designed to spark meaningful conversations around brand building, distribution, customer acquisition, supply chain, operations, margins, and scaling in competitive consumer markets.
Expect insightful discussions, shared learnings, and connections that go beyond surface-level networking — leading to collaborations, partnerships, strategic alliances, and long-term business opportunities in the consumer brand space.
Ideal For
Founders, CXOs, and Directors
Product-based companies: At MVP stage or beyond
Service-based companies: Must have served at least a few clients
Student entrepreneurs are excluded
Angel Investors & Senior Investment Analysts
From VC firms, family offices, or private investment networks with an active interest in consumer brands
Ecosystem Leaders
18+ years of expertise in retail, FMCG, F&B, fashion, eCommerce, or consumer businesses
Country/Regional Heads (e.g., India Head, APAC Head, EMEA Head)
Senior professionals (Director, VP, AVP, Multi-State Head) at large consumer brands, retail chains, and MNCs
Each application is reviewed to ensure alignment with the event’s objective, and only selected participants are invited.
Why Attend?
Build Meaningful Connections:
With only 20–30 handpicked attendees, you get the space and time to build genuine relationships that can turn into collaborations, supplier partnerships, distribution tie-ups, advisory roles, or long-term business associations.
Gain Actionable Insights, Not Just Ideas:
Walk away with practical insights from founders and leaders dealing with real-world consumer brand challenges — including customer acquisition costs, channel expansion, inventory management, fundraising, and scaling profitably.
Future-Focused Discussions:
Exchange perspectives on how new-age D2C brands, omnichannel retail, quick commerce, private labels, and global expansion are shaping the future of consumer businesses in India and beyond.
Curated, Not Crowded:
Every participant is screened for relevance, ensuring high-quality conversations and a strong return on your time.
What Makes This Different?
Most networking events leave you with forgotten names and shallow interactions. Here’s what sets this apart:
No overcrowding: 20–30 attendees ensure ample time for real conversations
Quality over quantity: Only verified founders, leaders, and decision-makers — no spectators, no mismatched conversations
No sales pitches: Just problem-solvers, operators, and brand builders
No fluff: Every minute is designed to add value to your professional journey
Past Attendees:
https://bit.ly/m/Entrepreneurs-Arch
Registration Fee: ₹700
Process
Submit your profile for a brief screening
Approved registrations receive the payment link and exact venue details
Notes
Only 2–5 slots are reserved for Startup Enablers (CA, Legal, Designing, Web/App/Software Development, Marketing, Consultants, etc.) who specifically serve consumer brands and D2C businesses
If you don’t meet the event criteria, the payment details will not be shared, and your registration will be cancelled.
If we have any queries regarding your submitted details, we will reach out. If the queries are not addressed in time, your registration may be cancelled
For queries: 7208198797/9819946239
Where is it happening?
The Founders Co-works, 16th Floor, 1602, Saki Vihar Rd, opposite Mtnl, off Tunga Village, Tunga Village, Chandivali, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400072, IndiaINR 699.00
