What does it take to lead one of the world’s most respected fintech companies in a region that’s still defining its next decade of growth?

In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Daumantas Grigaravicius, Head of Middle East at Adyen, to unpack a journey that’s anything but linear — from growing up in the UK, to launching a coffee subscription startup, dabbling in crypto, and now building future-facing infrastructure across the MENA region.But this isn’t just a story about payments.

It’s about building smart systems, spotting patterns in emerging markets, and choosing clarity over chaos — both at work and at home. Daumantas reflects on the kind of leadership that prioritizes long-term impact over short-term hype, and how he creates space for balance, family, and giving back — without compromising ambition.

If you’re thinking about how to scale with purpose, stay sharp in fast-evolving industries, or lead with calm in the middle of complexity — this one’s for you.

About your guest, Daumantas Grigaravicius

Daumantas Grigaravicius, is the Head of Middle East at Adyen, leading the company’s regional strategy and growth from Dubai. With a background that spans private banking, entrepreneurship, and crypto, Domantas brings a rare mix of operational depth and strategic clarity.

About Adyen

Adyen is a global financial technology platform powering seamless payments for some of the world’s leading brands — from Uber to H&M. Known for its unified commerce infrastructure, Adyen enables businesses to accept payments, protect revenue, and manage financial data across channels and geographies. In the Middle East, Adyen is helping drive the future of commerce by combining global scale with local expertise.

About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠

Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.

This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.

What does it take to lead over 200 stores, steer a beloved family-first brand, and stay grounded in the realities of the shop floor?

In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Ruban Shanmugarajah, CEO of Babyshop, to talk about leadership that’s both human and high-performing. With over 20 years in retail, Ruban shares how a career he never planned for became a calling—shaped by curiosity, customer proximity, and a deep understanding of the modern parent.

This conversation goes beyond buzzwords and trend decks. Ruban breaks down what it takes to stay relevant in the decade ahead: tuning into what parents really need, building teams that care, and resisting the pressure to digitize for the sake of it. He shares the mindset shifts, leadership habits, and cultural levers that keep Babyshop grounded and growing.

If you're thinking about how to build brands that parents trust and teams that deliver at scale, this episode is for you.

About your guest, Ruban Shanmugarajah

Ruban didn’t set out to be a retailer—but two decades later, he’s leading one of the region’s most iconic family-first brands. Now CEO of Babyshop, Landmark Group’s flagship kids and baby retail concept with 200+ stores across the Middle East and Asia, Ruban brings a rare mix of operational depth, sharp execution, and deep empathy for the everyday customer.

About Babyshop

Founded in 1973, Babyshop is a trusted one-stop destination for children’s products, offering everything from fashion and nursery items to toys and travel gear. As part of Landmark Group, Babyshop is present across the Middle East and Asia, serving millions of parents through its omnichannel footprint.

About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta

⁠⁠Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.

This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.

What does it take to navigate three decades of consumer markets—from Delhi to Dubai, and still lead with balance, curiosity, and a sense of purpose?

In this episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Mr. Annu Gupta, CEO of Global Business at Britannia Industries, to explore the journey of an engineer-turned-business leader whose career has spanned continents, industries, and cultures. From his early days in Delhi packed with football, science, and music, to leading billion-dollar businesses across Africa and the Middle East, Annu reflects on the personal philosophies and professional choices that shaped him.

You’ll hear how balance became a life principle, why mentorship and friendship fuel high-performance teams, and what it really takes to build relevance in unfamiliar markets. Whether it’s pivoting from engineering to FMCG, leading food companies in West Africa, or scaling Britannia’s global footprint—this is a story about clarity, adaptability, and staying grounded in the chaos.

Curious how a football-loving, logic-driven kid from India became a global FMCG force? Hit play. This one’s honest, reflective, and full of gold.

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About your guest, Mr Annu Gupta

With over 26 years of leadership in the FMCG industry, Mr. Annu Gupta is currently driving Britannia's International Business across 80+ markets and 5 continents as CEO – International Business. His journey spans transforming businesses in the Middle East, Africa, and other global markets, where he has built a reputation for delivering sustainable growth, profitability, and innovation

About Britannia Industries

Britannia is a 100 year+ organization with presence in Biscuits, Breads, Cake, Rusk, Dairy, and Snacking. The company celebrated its 100th year in 2018 and has emerged as a Market Leader in the Biscuit space, while also launching a host of new products and entering new categories—inching closer to the vision of being a Global Total Foods Company.

About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta ⁠⁠

Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmendra-mehta/

Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.

This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.

What does it take to turn a family business into a lifestyle empire, one that leaves its mark on every corner of daily life in Dubai and beyond?

In this episode of Retail Remix Stories, we sit down with Hassan Tamimi, CEO of Al Tannan Group—a retail leader whose journey spans continents, generations, and industries. From juggling school with retail launches to pioneering new concepts in kitchenware, collectibles, and lifestyle, Hassan reveals how bold ideas, relentless curiosity, and a global mindset have fueled Al Tannan’s remarkable rise.

Discover the inner workings of Al Tannan’s evolution as Hassan shares candid stories about honouring a decades-old family legacy while embracing modern trends, overcoming generational differences, and keeping the spirit of innovation alive.

Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, an aspiring founder, or simply fascinated by the people driving Dubai’s retail evolution, this episode offers fresh perspectives and actionable takeaways from Hassan’s unique journey.

Ready to rethink what’s possible in retail? Join the conversation now!

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About your guest, Hassan Tamimi

Hassan Tamimi CEO of Al Tannan Group, is a retail leader known for blending tradition with innovation. With a passion for entrepreneurship and a global outlook, he has played a key role in shaping the next chapter of his family’s legacy, championing new ideas and inspiring growth across the UAE’s retail landscape.

About Al Tannan Group

Founded in Dubai in 1982, Al Tannan Group has grown from a homegrown family business into a lifestyle powerhouse, shaping everyday experiences across the UAE and the wider region.

About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠

Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.

This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.

What does it take to leapfrog from cash to cutting-edge digital payments? MENA may have the answer.

From the dominance of cash to the rise of buy now, pay later, fintech in the region has had to navigate a fragmented market, local nuances, and deep-rooted consumer behaviour. But agility and adaptability are now the name of the game, and AI is reshaping how payments scale, save, and serve.

To unpack this evolution, we turn to Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo, General Manager for MENA at Checkout.com, whose career sits at the intersection of these seismic shifts. Through his perspective, we break down the challenges fintech players face in building trust, staying flexible, and designing systems that go beyond just processing payments, to powering business growth at scale.

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About your guest, Remo Giovanni Abbondandolo

Remo is the General Manager for MENA at Checkout.com, bringing over a decade of experience in scaling digital businesses across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific regions.

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/remogiovanni/

About Checkout.com

Founded in 2012 and headquartered in London, Checkout.com is a global payments platform that enables businesses to accept, process, and disburse payments with a unified solution.

About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠

Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmendra-mehta/

Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.

This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.

What happens when you build faster, smarter, and for something bigger than yourself? You spark a movement.

In Episode 2 of Retail Re:Mix Stories, we sit down with Marc Jeffrey — COO and CTO of The Giving Movement, one of Dubai’s boldest fashion-for-good brands.

Marc’s journey isn’t your typical tech-to-operator story. He’s a hustler who’s constantly learning and proving his edge. From scaling SaaS teams to leading a mission-driven brand, Marc shows how staying curious — and a little dangerous — is the ultimate growth hack.

This episode is all about building with both precision and heart, and why business should be driven by purpose.

Tune in now and get inspired to build with impact.

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About your guest, Marc JeffreyCOO & CTO of The Giving Movement,

Marc is a tech leader turned mission-driven operator. With a passion for innovation and impact, he’s scaling one of Dubai’s most talked-about fashion-for-good brands.

LinkedIn: Marc Jeffrey

About The Giving Movement

Founded in Dubai, The Giving Movement is a fashion brand that blends high-performance streetwear with social good. The brand is committed to giving back, pledging millions to causes that matter while proving that fashion can be a force for positive change.

Check out The Giving Movement here: The Giving Movement

About your host, ⁠⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠⁠

Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dharmendra-mehta/

Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.

What happens when you don’t want to follow the rules? You rewrite them.

In the debut episode of Retail Re:Mix Stories, meet Erika Blazeviciute Doyle, the visionary founder of Drink Dry — a brand that didn’t just enter the non-alcoholic beverage space but completely revolutionized it.

Erika shares how she created an entirely new category, disrupted an industry resistant to change, and stayed true to her mission despite setbacks.

This isn’t your average “success story.” From overcoming challenges to reshaping perceptions, Erika opens up about her journey — including her childhood in Lithuania, the pivotal moments that shaped her mindset, and how her family’s support pushed her forward.

Tune in to hear how Erika refused to take ‘no’ for an answer to build something unique. This episode is about resilience, innovation, and why business is personal.

About your guest, ⁠Erika Blazeviciute Doyle⁠

Founder & CEO of Drink Dry, Erika is a bold disruptor, angel investor, and mentor. Winner of the EY Entrepreneurial Winning Woman 2024, she brings sharp strategy, deep purpose, and relentless grit to everything she builds.

About ⁠Drink Dry⁠

Born in Dubai, Drink Dry is the first premium platform for alcohol-free beverages in the Middle East. The brand curates the best global options and leads the movement to redefine how people drink — with intention and style.

About your host, ⁠Dharmendra Mehta⁠

Dharmendra is the Managing Director, MEA at Fynd and a retail-tech veteran with 20+ years. From startups to global giants, he’s all about bold moves, smarter tech, and building brands that mean business.

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Retail Re:Mix Stories is a part of ⁠Retail Re:Mix⁠, a community of innovators transforming the retail landscape.

This podcast is powered by ⁠Fynd⁠, an AI-first unified commerce platform that has transformed retail experiences for over helping 300+ brands.