Vishaal Melwani is a third-generation tailor who pioneered the direct-to-consumer model by launching one of the first online tailoring services. His expertise in men's suits is unrivaled, and it stems from a lifelong passion for the fashion industry that began at a young age. He also serves as a consultant for a number of online brands that are aspiring to achieve the same level of success. Current Position and Responsibilities Melwani is in charge of the day-to-day operations of his online fashion company. This includes both garment manufacturing in other countries and brand development. In order to coordinate the details of his sales, he draws on his innate understanding of everything from raw materials to international labor. He also provides guidance to individuals on how to gain traction in a competitive industry, which is particularly important in today's world where startups and multinational corporations coexist in the virtual realm. Because standing out requires more than just a visually appealing design, Vishaal Melwani assists professionals in identifying their target audience and the characteristics they seek in a brand. From there, they can develop a strategy that emphasizes how the company can meet their needs while still remaining profitable. Vishaal Melwani envisions retail as an omnichannel experience in which customers can reap the benefits of both online and in-person shopping experiences in one place. His sights are set on closing that gap, allowing people to get their hands on the fashions they desire when they want them. A Brief Overview of My Professional Background As far back as he can remember, Melwani has been employed in the apparel industry. Because his father, grandfather, and uncle were all tailors, this is a profession that he considers to be in his bloodstream. When he was seven years old, he would assist his father in hemming garments by hand before progressing to pleating and closing seams. His first full alteration job was at the age of 13 and he continued to do so every day after school and on weekends. During college, he continued to make clothes as a hobby before forming a trading company with his cousin in order to make a living. Melwanis MFG, as the company was known, specialized in identifying and acquiring emerging streetwear brands. After college, he traveled to New York to visit his professional friends who were looking to make a good impression at their jobs. It was at this point that he realized just how few options were available on the market. His first impression of a Men's Warehouse was that the suits were out of date. He was shocked. He was well aware that if professionals desired a fashionable wardrobe, they would have to look in another direction. It was this that spurred him on to create clothes that were as visually appealing as they were functional for a white-collar professional. Melwani has placed a high value on transparency with his customers, which has enabled him to delve into the specifics of the products he sells. With detailed explanations of everything from shoulder pad thickness to the origin of his thread, he has made a lasting impression on customers who have come to expect nothing less than the best. History of Higher Education Vishaal Melwani had a strong desire to remain in the fashion industry, even though his parents would have preferred him to pursue a career in a more prestigious field such as law. He studied International Business at the University of California, Irvine, where he received his bachelor's degree in 2003. Elsewhere, Melwani attempted the LSAT, though he did so with only a half-hearted effort. Instead, he put his education to use to learn the intricacies of everything from international labor to supply chain management from the ground up. Professional Qualifications and Work Experience Melwani is a successful entrepreneur with more than two decades of experience in the apparel industry. His formal education in International Business, combined with his meticulous attention to detail, has provided him with a distinct advantage over his competitors in the industry. As well as identifying and procuring popular fashions, he is also skilled at designing professional suits that businessmen will actually want to wear. Apart from that, Vishaal Melwani is a skilled data collector, who extracts information about customers and uses it to determine what they want from their shopping experiences — both online and in-person. The use of pop-up locations and online sizing charts enabled him to identify the trends that would enable his company to thrive despite inevitable shifts in consumer habits. Accomplishments/Achievements A major accomplishment of Melwanis's early career came about when his trading company, Melwanis MFG, was acquired by a larger corporation. This came as a surprise to him, but it ultimately demonstrated that he possessed the necessary skills to launch a successful business. From there, he built a thriving online business that drew in customers who wanted more out of their closets and accessories. Vishaal Melwani was able to progress up the corporate ladder by taking calculated risks and sticking to his guns. It is his goal to provide the best possible customer service experience for his customers. He uses data to ensure that his products are properly designed, fitted, and shipped to individual customers. Finally, Melwani is pleased with the group of people he has assembled. He treats his employees with the courtesy and consideration that they deserve, taking the time to learn about their jobs and what they bring to the company as a whole. He believes that investing in people is the most effective way to ensure that customers are satisfied. Personal Interests/Passion Projects Melwani maintains a strong interest in the tailoring and garment manufacturing industries. Selling his brand begins, in his opinion, with a compelling story, and he is constantly looking for new ways to improve his offerings to the general public. Even if he didn't work in the fashion industry, he would always want to be involved in branding. Besides that, he is involved in international trade as well as stock options and derivative trading. Having received a degree in International Business, he now has a better understanding of how both foreign and domestic markets adapt to meet new demands, particularly in the wake of major global events.