Meet Deepa Gandhi, a successful entrepreneur and investor with a talent for building great brands. She is the co-founder and COO of the popular bag brand, Dagne Dover, and an angel investor and advisor to other high-growth businesses. With a background in finance and retail, Deepa has leveraged her analytical rigor and passion for developing successful brands to become a key contributor in driving Dagne Dover's exponential growth since its inception in 2013.

After graduating with a BA in International Studies and Entrepreneurship and Management from The Johns Hopkins University, she pursued an MBA in Marketing and Operations with a focus on Entrepreneurial Management at The Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. Her educational achievements paved the way for her success in the retail industry, where she got her start as an Equity Sales Trader and Analyst at Lehman Brothers before working her way up to become Senior Merchandise Planner for Women's Apparel at Club Monaco.

At Club Monaco, she was instrumental in driving double-digit growth for the women's business on the merchandising and planning team. Her strategic planning, growth, operations, supply chain, and finance skills have proven invaluable to Dagne Dover's exponential success. She is a member of Women in America and was recognized as a 2015 Forbes 30 Under 30.

Overall, Deepa Gandhi is a trailblazer in the retail industry with an impressive track record of building successful brands. Her extensive experience in finance and retail combined with her entrepreneurial acumen make her a sought-after mentor and role model for aspiring entrepreneurs and investors alike.