The Fashion Entrepreneur Fund (FEF) is excited to welcome Deepak Lamba, a highly respected figure in the media industry, as its new CEO. With over 20 years of expertise, Lamba has consistently driven impactful media projects for major organizations.
In his role with FEF, Lamba will focus on fostering collaboration and mentorship, empowering entrepreneurs in the fast-evolving fashion and lifestyle industries. FEF’s unique venture studio model combines funding and strategic guidance to fuel the growth of emerging talent.
Valued at Rs 540 crore, FEF is committed to supporting up-and-coming fashion entrepreneurs, not only through financial backing but also with dedicated mentorship. A recent collaboration with Dharmatic aims to launch an annual web series, further cementing FEF’s influence in the industry.
The fund’s prestigious investor circle includes personalities like Akshay Kumar, Ravi Jaipuria, Karan Johar, Naveen Jindal, and Vinod Dugar. FEF’s ambitious goal is to reach unicorn status by 2028 through strategic partnerships and targeted investments.
Commenting on his new role, Lamba shared, “I believe in the power of transformative experiences to shape industries and inspire people. With FEF, my goal is to build platforms that foster both business growth and personal development.”
Chairman Vagish Pathak and founder Sanjay Nigam expressed, “With Deepak’s leadership, FEF is positioned to drive meaningful innovation, supporting visionary entrepreneurs in achieving their dreams.”
Lamba brings extensive experience, having previously led Times Strategic Solutions Ltd. and World Wide Media, the lifestyle and entertainment division of the Times of India Group. He also served as Business Head at Bloomberg UTV, with a significant impact at Viacom 18 as well.
