Welcome to a new episode of Leadership Lounge, where we spotlight inspiring founders and game-changing leaders. In this insightful conversation, Shweta sits down with Tom Gera, the visionary behind Wine & Champagne Gifts—a premium luxury gifting brand redefining how people celebrate, connect, and express through curated e-commerce experiences.

With a career that spans agriculture, software, and global retail, Tom’s journey is a masterclass in reinvention, risk-taking, and staying true to your vision. From humble beginnings and early exposure to entrepreneurship at a family table, to launching a successful direct-to-consumer (D2C) brand, his story is packed with takeaways for entrepreneurs across every stage.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• Tom’s earliest business experiences and how they shaped his entrepreneurial DNA
  

• Why he transitioned from farming to IT to luxury gifting
  

• The founding story of Wine & Champagne Gifts and its rise in a competitive market
  

• The role of personalization and premium service in e-commerce success
  

• How to position a niche product in a crowded digital space
  

• Tom’s leadership values and his approach to decision-making under pressure
  

• Lessons in resilience, branding, and customer obsession
  

• His message for anyone building an unconventional or passion-led business

Why Watch This Episode:

Whether you’re a startup founder, brand builder, D2C marketer, or simply someone looking for real stories of courage and clarity in business, this episode delivers authentic insights and strategic wisdom. Tom’s journey reminds us that the path to building something meaningful isn’t always straight—but it's always worth it.

Watch now and get inspired to pursue your niche, trust your instincts, and build with purpose.