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Michael Northcott
Verified
Editor, Hotel Owner
London
Beats
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By Michael Northcott Verified| Retail Sector Verified Alok Ruia, Director of SockShop, did not initially set out to join the family business. The Ruia Group, founded by his father and uncles in the 1950s, started as a textile importing business in Manchester, supplying raw cloth to UK manufacturers. “It’s a family business to this day,” Ruia explains, but his own career path took a different trajectory before he stepped into the world of socks. The textile industry was changing, and the Ruia Group had to adapt.
By Michael Northcott Verified| Retail Sector Verified Jenniffer Gearheart-Tang, co-founder and CEO of Makeke, has always had an entrepreneurial streak. With a career spanning marketing, executive recruitment, and corporate innovation, she has consistently sought to bring disruptive ideas to market. Together with her husband, Drake Gearheart, Makeke’s Head of Product & Scalability, the duo have built a platform designed to empower independent retailers by bridging the digital divide that often leaves them struggling against e-commerce giants.
By Michael Northcott Verified| Retail Sector Verified Alok Ruia, Director of SockShop, did not initially set out to join the family business. The Ruia Group, founded by his father and uncles in the 1950s, started as a textile importing business in Manchester, supplying raw cloth to UK manufacturers. “It’s a family business to this day,” Ruia explains, but his own career path took a different trajectory before he stepped into the world of socks. The textile industry was changing, and the Ruia Group had to adapt.
Company Info
Hotel Owner
Hotel Owner is a UK-based industry news platform dedicated to hoteliers. It provides valuable insights into the hospitality sector, including updates on openings, investments, and management trends. The platform also offers professional advice, covering operational guidance and regulatory updates relevant to hotel management. Additionally, Hotel Owner shares market data, including performance metrics and benchmarking information, to support UK hoteliers in making informed decisions. The focus is on delivering relevant content that helps industry professionals stay updated and navigate the hospitality landscape effectively.
Founded: 2005