FLO Pune, under the leadership of Chairperson Poonam Kochchar, hosted an inspiring and engaging session featuring Kali, a women-led luxury handbag brand founded by Mansi Saxena. The event highlighted the intersection of entrepreneurship, design, craftsmanship, and visual arts, showcasing how creativity can be transformed into a successful business venture.
KALI: Ancient Symbolism Meets Modern Luxury event at Sheraton Grand, introduced members to the brand’s journey, its philosophy, and the meticulous craftsmanship behind each product. The session provided valuable insights into building a premium brand, design thinking, storytelling, customer engagement, and scaling a women-led startup in a competitive market. A special showcase featured FLO members walking the ramp with Kali’s elegant creations, bringing the brand’s vision to life while celebrating confidence, creativity, and women supporting women.
Key Takeaways
- Understanding the journey of building a women-led luxury brand.
- Appreciating the role of art, design, and craftsmanship in creating differentiated products.
- Insights into entrepreneurship, brand positioning, and scaling a startup.
- Importance of preserving artisanal skills while embracing modern aesthetics.
- Encouraging women entrepreneurs to transform passion and creativity into sustainable businesses.
- Strengthening collaboration and support for women-led enterprises within the FLO ecosystem.
Impact
The event directly engaged 120 FLO members, creating a meaningful platform for learning, networking, and inspiration. Members gained valuable insights into entrepreneurship, luxury brand building, visual storytelling, and craftsmanship. The session encouraged support for women-led enterprises, fostered collaboration within the FLO community, and inspired aspiring entrepreneurs to explore opportunities in the creative and design sectors. The event successfully reinforced FLO’s commitment to empowering women through enterprise, innovation, and artistic excellence. FLO’s E-Waste Collection Drive is a commitment towards sustainability and responsible environmental action. This will be an ongoing initiative throughout the year, with e-waste collection taking place on a quarterly basis. Around 450 members became a part of E-Waste Drive launch for promoting responsible disposal and recycling of the e-waste items.