eCommerce Talk with WebBee

What does it take to build a modern D2C fashion brand while preserving the timeless artistry of Lucknow’s Chikankari?In this episode of eCommerce Talk with WebBee, Abhishek Jain (AJ), Founder of WebBee Global, sits down with Khushboo Srivastava, Founder of Zibaa, to explore her journey from an experienced digital marketer to an entrepreneur building a handcrafted fashion brand.Khushboo shares the personal inspiration behind Zibaa, her connection with Lucknow and Chikankari, and the lessons she learned while working closely with artisans and manufacturers. She also discusses what differentiates Zibaa, the meaning behind its name, and how the brand is bringing traditional craftsmanship into everyday fashion.The conversation explores:1. Building 95% of Zibaa’s business through its D2C website2. Choosing the right sales channels for a fashion brand3. Lessons from experiencing high returns on marketplaces4. Managing inventory when handcrafted products take weeks to produce5. Using Meta ads and micro-influencers to grow the brand6. Creating customer loyalty through thoughtful product offerings7. Processing and fulfilling international orders8. Expanding into menswear and kidswear9. Hiring, delegation and the next stage of Zibaa’s journey10. Khushboo’s vision for Zibaa over the next three to five yearsWhether you are building a D2C brand, working in fashion, selling handcrafted products or exploring entrepreneurship, this conversation offers honest insights into brand building, eCommerce growth and preserving traditional Indian craftsmanship.🔗 Connect with AJ on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajain02/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=zibaa-podcast🔗 Connect with Khushboo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khushboo-srivastava04?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=zibaa-podcast🌐 Know more about WebBee Global: https://www.webbeeglobal.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=zibaa-podcast🌐 Explore Zibaa: https://www.zibaa.in/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=zibaa-podcastSubscribe to WebBee Global for more conversations with eCommerce founders, D2C entrepreneurs and industry leaders.Disclaimer: WebBee Global does not promote or endorse any product, service or brand featured in this podcast. This episode is an independent and genuine conversation intended to share the guest’s entrepreneurial journey, experiences and business insights.#eCommerceTalk #WebBee #Zibaa #Chikankari #D2C #BrandBuilding #eCommerce #FounderJourney #FashionBrand #IndianCraftsmanship #Entrepreneurship

What if your skincare could understand the hormonal changes your body experiences?In this episode of eCommerce Talk with WebBee, Tapur Gupta, Founder of RootLabs, joins Abhishek Jain (AJ), Founder of WebBee Global, to share how she started building a hormone-conscious skincare brand at just 23 years old.Tapur discusses the idea behind RootLabs: our skin changes as our hormones change, yet most skincare routines fail to adapt. RootLabs aims to support different skin needs across various hormonal stages with products designed to remain gentle and suitable throughout the journey.In this conversation, discover:• What inspired Tapur to launch RootLabs• How she started building a skincare brand at 23• Why hormonal changes matter in skincare• RootLabs’ approach to supporting skin at different life stages• The challenges of developing thoughtful skincare products• Lessons from Tapur’s journey as a young entrepreneurWatch the complete episode to explore the story behind RootLabs and Tapur’s mission to rethink skincare through a hormone-conscious lens.🔗 Connect with Tapur Gupta on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tapurgupta/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=tapur-podcast🔗 Connect with Abhishek Jain (AJ) on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajain02/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=tapur-podcast🌐 Learn more about WebBee Global:https://www.webbeeglobal.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=tapur-podcast🌐 Learn more about RootLabs: https://rootlabs.co.in/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=tapur-podcastSubscribe to WebBee Global for more founder stories, eCommerce insights and inspiring entrepreneurial journeys.#eCommerceTalk #WebBee #RootLabs #HormoneConsciousSkincare #Skincare #FounderStory #YoungEntrepreneur #D2C #BeautyBrand #EntrepreneurshipDisclaimer: This podcast is an organic conversation intended for informational purposes. WebBee Global does not endorse or promote any featured product or service.

What does it take to rethink skincare for Indian consumers—and build a beauty brand around trust, education, authenticity, and conscious curation?In this episode of eCommerce Talk with WebBee, Abhishek Jain, Founder of WebBee, sits down with Drishti Dadu, Founder of Kuja Care, for a conversation about the journey of building Kuja Care and the thinking behind the brand.Kuja Care was created around the belief that skincare should go beyond trends and overwhelming product choices. The brand describes itself as a global beauty and personal-care marketplace that brings together premium, authentic, and conscious brands while combining global skincare science with local relevance—with products selected for India's climate, skin concerns, and lifestyles.Inspired by the Sanskrit meaning associated with courage, protection, and compassion, Kuja Care's philosophy centers around “Courageous Care”—the idea that self-care can be an everyday act of empowerment.In this conversation, Drishti shares the story behind Kuja Care and discusses:✨ The idea behind Kuja Care and the gap that inspired its creation✨ Why skincare needed a rethink in an increasingly crowded beauty market✨ Building a brand around trust, authenticity, and education✨ Bringing global skincare innovation to Indian consumers with local relevance✨ Understanding India's diverse skin types, climates, lifestyles, and skincare concerns✨ Why educating consumers about ingredients, formulations, and routines matters✨ Creating a more inclusive skincare experience across skin tones, genders, and concerns✨ How Kuja Care approaches product and brand curation✨ The challenges and lessons that come with building a beauty business✨ The vision of making Kuja Care a trusted destination for globally inspired, locally relevant skincareKuja Care's mission is to help consumers make more informed skincare decisions through education while providing solutions across different skin tones, genders, and concerns. Its larger vision is to become a trusted “globally-local” skincare destination for Indian consumers.Kuja Care also describes itself as a women-led skincare curation platform, focused on matching consumers with effective, high-quality products they can trust.Whether you're building a D2C brand, working in beauty and skincare, exploring eCommerce entrepreneurship, or simply curious about what goes into creating a modern consumer brand, this episode offers an inside look at Kuja Care's journey.🎙️ Guest: Drishti Dadu — Founder, Kuja Care🎤 Host: Abhishek Jain — Founder, WebBee🎧 Podcast: eCommerce Talk with WebBee🌐 Explore Kuja Care: https://kujacare.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=kuja-care-podcast🐝 Know more about WebBee: https://www.webbeeglobal.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=kuja-care-podcastIf you enjoyed this conversation, like the video, subscribe to the channel, and share your thoughts in the comments.What do you think today's skincare industry needs to rethink? 👇#KujaCare #WebBee #eCommerceTalk #Skincare #BeautyBusiness #D2C #D2CBrands #eCommerce #Entrepreneurship #FounderStory #BrandBuilding #SkincareIndia #IndianSkincare #BeautyIndustry #womenentrepreneurs

Can an Indian self-care brand compete with the world's biggest premium beauty brands?In this episode of eCommerce Talk with WebBee, Abhishek Jain (AJ), Founder of WebBee, sits down with Smriti Mamgain and Sahil Khanna, Co-Founders of SMUSH!, to uncover the story behind building a premium Indian hair and skincare brand that's designed specifically for Indian consumers.Rather than chasing trends or launching products quickly, the founders chose to spend years on research and product development to create formulations that address real Indian challenges like hard water, pollution, and changing climates. Their mission is simple—deliver premium self-care products that simplify routines without compromising on quality.In this episode, you'll learn:1. The inspiration behind starting SMUSH!2. How Smriti and Sahil's different professional backgrounds complement each other3. Why they chose premium positioning over competing in the mass market4. The importance of R&D in developing high-quality products5. Why they launched as a D2C-only brand instead of selling on marketplaces6. The challenges of building a bootstrapped consumer brand7. Their long-term vision for scaling SMUSH! online and offline8. Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build premium consumer brandsWhether you're a founder, D2C entrepreneur, eCommerce seller, marketer, or someone interested in building a brand from the ground up, this conversation offers valuable insights into product development, branding, and sustainable growth.🌐 Learn More About SMUSH! https://www.letssmush.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=smush-podcast💼 Connect with Smriti Mamgain:https://www.linkedin.com/in/smriti-mamgain-40692a86/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=smush-podcast💼 Connect with Sahil Khanna:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sahilglp/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=smush-podcast🌐 Learn More About WebBee https://www.webbeeglobal.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=smush-podcast💼 Connect with Abhishek Jain (AJ)https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajain02/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=smush-podcast🎙️ Watch More Episodes of eCommerce Talk with WebBee: https://www.youtube.com/@webbee-global#smush #WebBee #eCommerceTalk #D2C #StartupStory #FounderJourney #Haircare #Skincare #MadeInIndia #BeautyBrand #Entrepreneurship #BrandBuilding #IndianStartups #PersonalCare #ecommerce

What does it take to build a brand that parents genuinely trust?In this episode of eCommerce Talk with WebBee, Abhishek Jain (AJ), Founder of WebBee, sits down with Rashmi, Founder of Motherly, to uncover the inspiring story behind one of India's growing parenting brands.What started as a simple idea inspired by a thoughtful gift eventually evolved into Motherly—a brand focused on creating practical, high-quality products for parents and children.In this conversation, Rashmi shares:1. The story behind starting Motherly2. The biggest challenges she faced while building the brand3. How she established trust in a highly competitive market4. Lessons learned throughout her entrepreneurial journey5. Her vision for the future of Motherly6. The exciting new product categories and SKUs she plans to introduce7. Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to build a consumer brandWhether you're an entrepreneur, D2C founder, eCommerce seller, or someone interested in building a purpose-driven business, this episode is packed with valuable insights and real-world experiences.🔗 Know More About Motherly:https://motherlystore.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=motherly-podcast🌐 Learn More About WebBee:https://webbeeglobal.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=motherly-podcast👩 Connect with Rashmi on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rashmirsatimotherly/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=motherly-podcast👨 Connect with Abhishek Jain (AJ) on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajain02/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=motherly-podcast🎧 Explore More Episodes of eCommerce Talk with WebBee:https://www.youtube.com/@webbee-global👍 If you enjoyed this conversation:Like this videoSubscribe to the channelShare it with fellow founders and entrepreneursLeave your biggest takeaway in the comments belowDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed by the guest are their own. WebBee does not endorse or promote any specific products or services featured in this conversation.#motherly #eCommerceTalk #WebBee #podcast #d2cindia #entrepreneur #startupstory #founderjourney #ParentingBrand #madeinindia #businesspodcast #brandbuilding #Retail #ecommerce