The Alumni Association of Sri Aurobindo College of Commerce & Management, Ludhiana, organized an inspiring alumni interaction session titled “Transforming Passion into Successful Brands” on 3rd August 2026 in the New Seminar Hall. The session featured Ms. Garima Kalra, Retail Head at Mi Arcus and a distinguished alumna of the college, who shared her entrepreneurial journey and valuable insights into brand building and business growth.
Principal Prof. (Dr.) Vishal Kumar formally welcomed the resource person by presenting a memento and a good luck plant as a token of appreciation. Ms. Garima Kalra began by reflecting on her academic journey, highlighting the pivotal role played by Sri Aurobindo College of Commerce & Management in shaping her leadership qualities and entrepreneurial outlook. She also shared her achievement of securing the top position at SD College, attributing it to dedication, discipline, and perseverance.
She further traced the growth of Mi Arcus from its first retail outlet at Pavilion Mall to a nationwide retail chain with nearly 100 stores, emphasizing the significance of strategic planning, innovation, and customer-centricity in building a successful enterprise. She encouraged students to pursue their aspirations with commitment, resilience, and a spirit of continuous learning.
The session was highly engaging and informative, providing valuable insights into entrepreneurship and brand building. It concluded with a vote of thanks, leaving the participants inspired by Ms. Kalra’s exemplary journey from a distinguished alumna of SACCM to a successful business leader.
Principal Dr. Kumar appreciated the resource person for delivering an insightful and inspiring session that provided students with practical perspectives on entrepreneurship, brand building, and retail management. The event was coordinated by Mr. Kanwaljit Singh, while Ms. Sarita Arora, Dr. Leenu Anand, and Ms. Mehak Arora extended their valuable support in successfully organizing and managing the session.
