From Vision to Venture: Hemanth Kumar’s Bold New Chapter with FliHy

After nearly two decades at the forefront of retail strategy and innovation, Hemanth Kumar steps into a new role—Strategic Advisor to  Retailers & Retail tech startups—while launching his own disruptive brand, FliHy Inc.

The Strategic Mind Behind Retail Transformation

In a world where consumer expectations shift faster than ever before, retail leaders are under constant pressure to innovate. Few understand this challenge better than Hemanth Kumar, a seasoned strategist, Retail thought leader, and product visionary whose 18-year journey has shaped how global brands think about digital commerce and customer experience.

Today, Kumar stands at the helm of an exciting new chapter. With the launch of FliHy Inc—a platform focused on decoding and forecasting consumer behavior—he’s not just advising the future of retail, he’s building it.

At the same time, he has stepped into the role of Retail Advisor for a select group of retail tech companies, helping them scale with clarity, precision, and real-world relevance.

“What retailers truly need isn’t another AI tool—it’s meaningful answers to the problems they’ve faced for years.”

— Hemanth Kumar, Founder, FliHy Inc

A Legacy of Strategy, Innovation & Impact

Kumar’s career path reflects a deep commitment to both innovation and impact. Recognized in “Marquis Top Executives” and “The American Reporter” and many other publications as a thought leader in retail innovation, his portfolio includes strategic advisory, product leadership, and consulting for some of the world’s most recognizable retailers.

From modernizing POS systems to leading digital transformation initiatives, Kumar has been instrumental in driving customer-centric solutions across loyalty, personalization, store automation, and generative AI.

Advising the Next Wave of Tech Disruptors

Now, Kumar is paying it forward—advising early- and growth-stage retail tech startups that are shaping the future of commerce. His advisory roles focus on refining product strategy, building go-to-market momentum, and anchoring innovation in real-world retail challenges.

“Our role is to help Retail leaders sharpen their lens—so they can talk less about features, and more about outcomes,” Kumar shares.

Enter FliHy Inc: Consumer Behavior Meets AI Intelligence

His newest venture, FliHy Inc, is a natural extension of his career-long mission to bridge data, experience, and innovation. The collaborative platform is designed to help retailers and brands anticipate consumer needs and build smarter, more personalized experiences using behavior-driven insights.

“FliHy was born from the need to demystify consumer behavior and future-proof decision-making,” says Kumar. “It’s not just about data—it’s about actionable intelligence.”

What’s Next? Building with Purpose

As retail moves into an AI-led, experience-first era, Kumar believes the winners will be those who build with empathy and strategic clarity. Whether through advisory or through FliHy Inc, his work remains grounded in unlocking long-term value—for businesses and for the people they serve.

With a rare mix of visionary thinking and practical execution, Hemanth Kumar with his team is proving once again that innovation is most powerful when it’s personal, predictive, and purposeful.