CXO Lanes

Rohit Katyal recently joined Cashfree Payments as the Head of Enterprise Sales, a move that underscores his impressive track record in the fintech sector. With this new role, Rohit is set to leverage his extensive experience in strategic planning, business development, and sales leadership to drive Cashfree Payments’ enterprise sales division to new heights. His entry into the company marks a significant step as Cashfree Payments aims to strengthen its market position and expand its footprint in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector. Before joining Cashfree Payments, Rohit served as the Chief Business Officer at Phi Commerce Private Limited , where he played a pivotal role in scaling business operations and enhancing product offerings. His strategic acumen and commitment to exceeding P&L benchmarks were instrumental in propelling Phi Commerce toward a leadership position within the fintech space. Rohit’s leadership at Phi Commerce was characterized by a re...

Bappadit Roy , an accomplished executive with over 27 years of diverse experience, has been appointed as the Regional Director-India and Head of Emerging Markets at Alliance Insurance Brokers Pvt. Ltd . This promotion is a testament to his strategic vision and leadership capabilities, particularly in the fields of business development, talent management, and market expansion. An alumnus of prestigious institutions such as IIM Calcutta, Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies, and B.C.E. Bhagalpur, Roy’s academic and professional journey is a blend of excellence and innovation. Bappadit Roy’s career has been a testament to his expertise in general management and his ability to drive growth across various sectors. His extensive experience with industry giants like TATA Projects Ltd. , ACC Ltd. , Max New York Life Insurance Co. Ltd., and MD India has equipped him with a unique perspective on business strategy and operations. At Alliance Insurance Brokers, Roy has been instrumental in s...

Manoj Shetty , a seasoned Banking and Finance Specialist with over 20 years of experience, has joined Aikyam Capital Private Limited as the Managing Partner – Capital Markets. With a distinguished career that includes key leadership roles at BNP Paribas, The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, Deutsche Bank, and J M Financial, Manoj is set to bring his extensive expertise and strategic vision to Aikyam. Throughout his career, Manoj has demonstrated excellence in driving financial strategies, portfolio management, and client service management across globally recognized organizations. His leadership has consistently resulted in positive impacts on topline and bottomline outcomes, thanks to his ability to deliver strategic advice to top leadership, introduce new products and services, and improve operational efficiencies. In his new role at Aikyam, Manoj will leverage his deep market insights to tailor financial and revenue strategies, lead cross-functional activities, an...

Jiten Mahendra has taken on the role of Customer Care Associate and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) at Shoppers Stop, marking a new chapter in his distinguished career. Mahendra shared the news of his appointment via LinkedIn, expressing his enthusiasm for the new role. Before joining Shoppers Stop, Mahendra served as the Chief Marketing Officer at Ample, where he spearheaded marketing strategies for both B2B and B2C segments. His responsibilities included the planning and execution of integrated campaigns aimed at enhancing brand awareness, driving customer acquisition, and fostering loyalty across both offline and online platforms. Throughout his career, Mahendra has held significant roles at leading companies such as BYJU'S, Landmark Group, and Mahindra & Mahindra. With over 20 years of experience in marketing, he has developed a strong expertise in digital marketing, media and advertising, analytics, and customer journey optimization. In his new role at Shoppers Stop, Mahend...

Aparajitha Corporate Services , a leading provider of tech-driven financial, labor, and industrial compliance solutions in India, has appointed Sreenath RA as its new Chief People Officer (CPO). With over 20 years of experience in human resources, Sreenath brings a wealth of expertise to his new role. Sreenath, who was previously the Head of HR for APAC at Sierra-Cedar, has an extensive background in HR management, strategic planning, and digital transformation. He holds a commerce degree from the American College and an MBA in Human Resource Management from Madurai Kamaraj University. Beginning his career at Mineni Corporation in 2003, Sreenath handled HR inductions and personnel data management before moving on to roles at Polaris Software and TVSNET Technologies. His work at TVSNET Technologies involved managing HR operations across the APAC and Middle East regions. Nagaraj Krishnan, Managing Director of Aparajitha Corporate Services, expressed confidence in Sreenath’s ability to a...

Sarang Date , a highly experienced leader in the technology sector, has recently taken on the role of Executive Director at JPMorgan Chase in Hyderabad, Telangana. Date brings to this position over two decades of expertise in architecting, developing, and launching enterprise-scale products, cloud-native engineering platforms, and distributed applications that manage large volumes of data and transactions. Prior to his new role at JPMorgan Chase, Date held key leadership positions at HighRadius as AVP of Engineering and spent over 16 years at Microsoft, where he last served as Principal Engineering Manager for Azure Developer Experience. His tenure at Microsoft was marked by significant achievements, including the management of engineering teams and the development of robust cloud-based solutions. Date's career journey is rooted in a strong educational background, with an M.Tech in Software Systems from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani, and a Bachelor's degree ...

Wipro , a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, has announced the appointment of Phanikumar Penukonda as the Vice President and Sector Delivery & Operations Executive for the Energy, Manufacturing & Resources (EMR) sector in the Americas. In this new role, Penukonda will be responsible for spearheading strategy, delivery, and profitable growth across various IT services, including Digital, Cloud & Infrastructure, Enterprise Applications, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics & AI, BPO, and Consulting services. Phanikumar brings with him an impressive 29 years of experience in the Information Technology sector, encompassing a wide range of disciplines such as strategy, delivery, business transformation, automation, data analytics, AI/ML, digital technologies, and cloud services. His extensive expertise also covers IT infrastructure and service management, transition and transformation operations, and cybersecurity...