Inc42 hosted the third edition of its D2C Retreat from September 17 to 19 at Raffles Udaipur, bringing together more than 70 founders from India’s direct-to-consumer and retail ecosystem. The event took place on a 21-acre private island framed by the Aravallis and featured participants with a combined revenue of ₹30,000 crore, according to inc42.com.
The retreat was designed to provide founders with a space away from traditional conference settings to engage in candid conversations under the Chatham House Rule. Over three days, participants discussed topics including growth, durability, reinvention, liquidity, and the evolving role of founders. The event also addressed personal themes such as identity, relationships, and life beyond their companies.
This gathering reflects the increasing complexity of challenges faced by founders as their companies scale. By facilitating trust and openness, the retreat aimed to foster deeper connections and shared learning among leaders of some of India’s most consequential consumer businesses. Such focused forums are rare in the Indian D2C sector, which is rapidly evolving amid changing market dynamics.
The third edition of the D2C Retreat concluded with founders gaining insights and building relationships that extend beyond formal sessions. The event’s unique format and setting underscore Inc42’s commitment to supporting India’s consumer business community through meaningful engagement.