Om Prakash
Om Prakash is an Indian entrepreneur, building Kiaasa, widely recognized for building Kiaasa Retail Ltd., a fast-growing women’s ethnicwear retail brand in India. He is also the founder of Rugs In Style, a global export company specializing in handmade floor coverings. With over two decades of experience in international trade, retail operations, and brand development, he has played a significant role in expanding Indian design-led businesses across domestic and global markets.
Early Life
Om Prakash was born in Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. He completed his early education in Ranchi, where he developed an interest in business, technology, and global trade from an early age.
Education
He pursued a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from St. Xavier’s College, Ranchi (1998–2001). He later completed a postgraduate diploma in business management with specialization in international trade and marketing from Master School of Management (2001–2003). In addition, he earned a certification in computer applications and information technology from ELNet-3L, Centre for Education Technology, IIT Kharagpur (2002).
Career
Early Professional Experience
Om Prakash began his professional career in the export and textile industry. Between 2002 and 2006, he worked as a senior merchandiser in marketing at Sharda Exports, where he gained hands-on exposure to international client management, export merchandising, and global sourcing operations.
Rugs In Style
Om Prakash's entrepreneurial journey began with Rugs In Style in 2010, a humble, bootstrapped venture that started from scratch with his partner. With limited resources and no backing, he navigated the challenges of the handmade floor covering industry, gradually building a reputation for quality and reliability. From small beginnings, he expanded Rugs In Style into a global entity, exporting exquisite handmade products to over 60 countries worldwide, marking a remarkable journey of perseverance and growth.
Kiaasa Retail Ltd
Kiaasa’s journey took a defining turn in 2021 when Om Prakash acquired the brand during the challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic. At a time when the retail sector faced unprecedented disruption, he undertook the responsibility of reviving and rebuilding the brand with a clear vision—to democratize fashionable, affordable ethnicwear for Indian women.
Through strategic innovation, operational restructuring, and a customer-centric retail approach, he successfully revitalized Kiaasa. Starting from its initial stores, the brand has grown exponentially and today operates 100+ retail stores across India. Kiaasa is known for blending tradition with contemporary fashion, empowering modern women to express their individuality through accessible design.
Business Interests
Om Prakash’s areas of expertise include international marketing, export trade, retail operations, merchandising, global sourcing, and strategic business planning, particularly within the textile, floor covering, and fashion retail industries.
Skills
- International marketing and global trade
- Retail expansion and brand strategy
- Export merchandising and sourcing
- Business development and negotiation
- Retail operations and supply chain management
Personal Life
Om Prakash resides in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. He continues to be actively involved in scaling Kiaasa Retail Ltd. and guiding long-term growth strategies across his business ventures.
External Links
- LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/connect2om
- Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/connect2om