Angel One, a leading player in the fintech sector, has announced the appointment of Ambarish Kenghe as its Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Ambarish, widely known as AK in the fintech community, will officially assume his role in March 2025.
A Seasoned Leader in Fintech and Technology
Ambarish Kenghe is a distinguished technology and product leader with extensive experience spanning fintech, e-commerce, and consumer electronics. Prior to joining Angel One, Ambarish served as Vice President and General Manager at Google Pay APAC, where he was instrumental in scaling Google Pay’s operations and advancing the UPI ecosystem in India.
Ambarish also played a pivotal role in launching Chromecast and contributing to the development of Google TV. His earlier roles include serving as the Chief Product Officer at Myntra, where he drove AI/ML-powered innovations that reshaped the fashion e-commerce landscape.
Before transitioning into leadership roles, Ambarish worked as a strategy consultant at Bain & Company in San Francisco and as an engineer specializing in high-speed switching at Cisco Systems in San Jose.
Academic Excellence and Innovation
Ambarish’s academic background is as impressive as his professional achievements. He holds:
- An MBA from UC Berkeley
- A Master’s degree in Computer Science from Purdue University
- A Master’s degree in Computer Science and Engineering from IIT Kanpur
- A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from AMU
A prolific inventor, Ambarish has four patents to his name, showcasing his expertise and innovative mindset.
Leadership Vision at Angel One
Speaking about his new role, Ambarish shared:
“With its focus on innovation and customer-centricity, Angel One has built a strong foundation. I am eager to work with the talented team to drive the next phase of growth and empower users with advanced financial solutions.”
Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman and Managing Director of Angel One, warmly welcomed Ambarish, stating:
“With his proven track record of driving innovation and deep expertise in the industry, he is the visionary leader we need to propel us into our next chapter of growth. Ambarish’s guidance will position us not only to keep pace with the everchanging financial landscape but also to lead the charge in transforming how financial services are delivered, empowering our customers with groundbreaking solutions and unparalleled value.”
Conclusion
Ambarish Kenghe’s appointment marks a significant milestone for Angel One as it prepares to usher in its next phase of growth. With a strong focus on innovation, customer-centricity, and advanced financial solutions, the company is poised to make strides in redefining the financial services landscape under Ambarish’s leadership.
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