Sumeet Kulshreshth
@sumeetkulshreshth
Seasoned product management professional with fintech expertise.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in product management and business innovation within the banking and fintech sectors. My career has been marked by a passion for financial services innovation, and I have a proven track record in driving impactful projects across emerging markets. My expertise lies in leveraging technology and strategic partnerships to improve access to financial solutions, particularly through data and AI.
As a co-founder and Chief Business Officer at Fimpact Group, I have been instrumental in fundraising, general management, and product development. My leadership has resulted in a 30% increase in digital bank partnerships in the GCC/MENA region. Previously, I led teams at various fintech companies, achieving significant growth in mobile wallet usage and launching innovative open finance platforms that reduced product rollout time by 50%.
With a strong educational background, including an MBA in Marketing and International Business, I am committed to driving growth and innovation in the fintech space. I thrive in environments that challenge me to think strategically and creatively, and I am eager to continue making a difference in the financial services industry.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-Founder & CBO
FImpact Group
Jul 2024 - Present (11 months)
Co-founded and served as Chief Business Officer, overseeing fundraising, general management, marketing, and product development. Focused on driving strategic initiatives across technology and product portfolios.
Head of Fintech & Open Banking Products
AFS
Jan 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 5 months)
Managed fintech and open banking products, focusing on strategic partnerships, regulatory licensing, and go-to-market strategies. Successfully increased digital bank partnerships by 30% and launched an open finance platform with two regulators.
Principal Product Consultant
Yash Tech
Apr 2021 - Dec 2021 (8 months)
Served as Principal Product Consultant, leading a team to achieve 40% growth in mobile wallet usage. Spearheaded new business area development, market research, and product build initiatives.
Head of Open Banking
Spire Aion Digital
Apr 2019 - Apr 2021 (2 years)
Led the Open Banking division, focusing on partnerships, regulatory licensing, and product management for innovative fintech solutions. Successfully launched new digital bank fintech solutions, reducing product rollout time by 50%.
Head of Products Innovation
Paytabs
Jan 2018 - Apr 2019 (1 year 3 months)
Directed product innovation, market expansion, and product strategy initiatives. Focused on developing cutting-edge payment solutions and expanding market reach.
CPO & Founding Member
Rationalheads Tech
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)
As CPO and Founding Member, managed product development for an ad-funded mobile wallet, scaling to 28 million app users. Successfully led new country launches and product lifecycle management.
Product Manager, Mobile Commerce & Wallets
Aircel
Jan 2009 - Dec 2015 (6 years 11 months)
Managed new product development for mobile commerce and wallets, including remittance services. Launched embedded finance solutions and established joint ventures with Visa and ICICI Bank.
Pre-Sales and Product Manager, Mobile VAS
Cisco (Imimobile)
Jan 2005 - Dec 2007 (2 years 11 months)
Managed pre-sales and product management for Mobile Value Added Services (VAS) for telecommunication companies. Focused on product strategy and market adoption across multiple regions.
Product Lead, Mobile Social Network
Tencent Group (Ibibo.com)
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 5 months)
Led the launch of India's first mobile social network, overseeing product development and market entry. Established key partnerships with major companies like Airtel and Kwality Walls.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Harvard University VPAL
Certification , Fintech
2019 - 2019
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MBA, Marketing and International Business
Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing and International Business. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of global market dynamics and strategic business practices.
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Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics
Obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electronics. The curriculum focused on the principles of electronic systems and their applications.
Availability
Location
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Website
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