Building the Future of D2C: Shopify Founders, Agencies & Innovations at Brand Brew Ahmedabad

Introduction: A Shopify Community Built on Innovation

Shopify is more than just an e-commerce platform; it’s a thriving ecosystem of founders, developers, marketers, and agencies driving the growth of D2C and B2B brands globally. At the Brand Brew event held in Ahmedabad, I had the privilege to interact with some of the brightest minds in the Shopify space, from app creators to agency leaders who are shaping the future of e-commerce in India.

Organized by Chetna Premjani from Recurpay (Subscription App) and Himanshi from Nector (Loyalty App), the event brought together visionaries who are solving real-world problems for modern brands. It was inspiring, insightful, and a great reminder of why community matters in tech.

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Kicking Off the Ahmedabad Trip with Loyalty Insights

My journey began with a meaningful conversation with Gunjan, the founder of Filts, a loyalty app that’s powering customer retention strategies for top Shopify brands. Gunjan’s perspective on how loyalty programs are evolving in the D2C space set the tone for the rest of the event.

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Meeting the Brains Behind Shopify Apps

Throughout the day, I had the chance to interact with several Shopify app founders who are providing critical tools to elevate the Shopify experience:

• Chetna Premjani from Recurpay is revolutionizing the way brands handle subscriptions on Shopify. From flexible billing cycles to seamless customer management, Recurpay empowers D2C brands to build recurring revenue models without the technical hassle.
• Himanshi from Nector is building a robust loyalty solution that drives customer engagement and increases lifetime value. Nector’s focus on gamification and retention strategies is helping brands go beyond one-time purchases.
• Subscription apps aren’t just about automation; they’re about customer convenience. When done right, they increase AOV, reduce churn, and build recurring revenue streams for ambitious Shopify brands.”
  — Sweta, Founder & Subscription Strategist

• I also met with Rajan and Ritesh, the founders of Centous Solutions, a Shopify app and agency based in Ahmedabad. Their dual role as product creators and service providers gives them a unique edge in delivering customized B2B solutions for enterprise Shopify stores.

• During my recent conversations around automation in eCommerce, I had a great discussion with Priya from BotSpace, a leading Conversational AI platform for Shopify and D2C brands. BotSpace is helping online stores convert more customers using WhatsApp automation, AI-powered product recommendations, and real-time cart recovery tools. Their smooth Shopify integration and focus on boosting AOV and retention make it a valuable tool for modern eCommerce growth.

Discussions That Matter: From UI/UX to CRO and Core Web Vitals

Another highlight of the event was engaging with several Shopify agencies, where we discussed key technical and strategic elements for e-commerce success:

• UI/UX Optimization: Crafting visually appealing and user-centric designs to improve conversion rates.
• Speed & Core Web Vitals: Increasing website speed and performance to meet Google’s ranking benchmarks.
• CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization): Implementing A/B testing, heatmap analysis, and customer behavior insights to boost revenue from existing traffic.

At ControlF5, we know how critical these elements are, especially for clients who demand high-performing, scalable Shopify themes.

Marketing as a Growth Engine: Shopify Marketing Agencies in the Spotlight

Several marketing agencies at the event shared their frameworks for scaling Shopify brands. From paid advertising strategies to influencer campaigns and performance analytics, these teams are truly acting as growth engines for D2C success.

An Inspiring Chat with Anshuman Jain – Ex-Shopify India Head

One of the most impactful moments of the event was meeting Anshuman Jain, former Shopify India Head and now the Chief Revenue Officer at Marmeto, a Best Shopify agency in India. He shared his journey, challenges, and some powerful lessons about building for the long term.

“Work for the community, and growth will follow,” he said — a quote that perfectly captured the event’s spirit.

Anshuman’s emphasis on long-term thinking, customer-first product development, and his insights into Shopify’s India roadmap were especially valuable for those of us looking to build sustainable businesses in the ecosystem.

Conclusion: Why Events Like Brand Brew Matter

The Brand Brew event in Ahmedabad wasn’t just another meet-and-greet. It was a deep dive into how the Shopify community is solving problems, sharing knowledge, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, especially for D2C and B2B e-commerce brands in India.

From product discussions and UI/UX deep dives to marketing tactics and growth stories, this event showcased the incredible momentum behind the Shopify ecosystem.

A big thank you to the organizers, Chetna Premjani (Recurpay) and Himanshi
(Nector), for creating such a meaningful experience.

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