Born on August 26, 1965, Sanjeev Narula, Managing Director, Lilliput Kidswear Ltd. is the first generation entrepreneur. He started his career with an export house in New Delhi immediately after completing his graduation from Deshbandhu College, Delhi University.
Corporate visionary, unmatched strategist and an undaunted persona lead this young entrepreneur from the proverbial scratch, to establish India’s foremost prêt a porter line for children.
Sanjeev embarked on his first venture into the business arena in the year 1991 by manufacturing and exporting world children wear. In the following years, he witnessed an immense business opportunity in the Indian Retail market. The kids’ garments that were available were either expensive or tacky. He was confident enough that with the support of his efficient designers and staff members, he would be able to provide quality clothing to the consumers. These factors helped Sanjeev in opening the first exclusive Lilliput store in April 2003, in New Delhi. A dream which was started with a seed capital of barely Rs.1 lakh now stands as a fledgling enterprise of Rs 415 crores (FY. 09-10).
With Sanjeev’s sheer determination and an undeterred desire to excel, today Lilliput has a strong presence in both domestic and international kid’s apparel market. In 2010, Sanjeev further enlarged his horizon by launching ‘Lilliput World’, a one-stop-shop for kids. Sanjeev’s business arena is not only limited to retail as Lilliput also exports to some of the world’s best retailers & largest children’s wear chains like Gap, Wrangler, Mothercare, Macy’s, Osh Kosh B’Gosh and Next to name a few.
Sanjeev’s unique vision, conscientious initiatives and aspiration to create a lifetime mark is a coerce call for the youngsters of our country. His endeavor has been widely recognised, and the following awards bear testimony to the same :
‘SME of the Year Award’ and ‘Most Promising SME - Retail’ at the ‘CNBC TV18 and ICICI Bank’s ‘Emerging India Awards 2009’.
Brand of the Year Award - 2007, 2008 & 2009 (For consecutive 3 years) in the Kidswear category by Clothing Manufacturer’s Association of India (CMAI).
Brand Entrepreneur of the Year 2008 by Clothing Manufacturer’s Association of India
The Pinnacle Award 2007, 2008 & 2009 (For 3 consecutive years) from Shoppers Stop for the best brand in the kids segment.
The most prestigious LYCRA Award Images Fashion Forum for `Most admired Brand of the year` in 2008 & 2009 (For 2 consecutive years).
Mr. Sanjeev Narula has received UDYOG RATTAN for “Excellence in Retail” Certified by IES in 2008.
“Reid & Taylor award” for retail Excellence in Kidswear, Presented by Asia Retail Congress 2008 & 2009 (For 2 consecutive years).
Best Brand in Kidswear by Central Icons in 2008.
Bhartiya Shiromani Puraskar & Gold Medal to Mr. Sanjeev Narula by IES in 2009.
Glory of India Award &Gold Medal to Mr. Sanjeev Narula by IES in 2009.
Customer choice Platinum award “Most Trusted Brand 2009” By Reader’s Digest.
Apart from being a thorough business entrepreneur, Sanjeev is also a considerate family person, who lives in New Delhi with his wife, a daughter and a son.
