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  • Fintech disruptor Ambarish Kenghe takes the helm as Angel One’s group CEO

    Fintech disruptor Ambarish Kenghe takes the helm as Angel One’s group CEO

    MUMBAI: Fintech just got a major shake-up. India’s largest listed retail stock broking house, Angel One has roped in Ambarish Kenghe as its new group chief executive officer. The announcement, originally made on 13 January 2025, marks a defining moment for the company as it gears up for an era of digital transformation and hyper-growth.

    A powerhouse in product innovation, digital transformation, and business scaling, Kenghe has built a career at the intersection of technology and finance. Before stepping into Angel One, he made waves at Google Pay APAC as VP & general manager, spearheading the platform’s expansion and strengthening India’s UPI ecosystem. Ever tapped your phone to pay for chai? You might just have him to thank.

    But Kenghe’s influence extends beyond payments. At Google, he played a pivotal role in the launch of Chromecast and the development of Google TV. Prior to that, he revolutionised the fashion e-commerce space as chief product officer at Myntra, where he championed AI and machine learning-driven personalisation.

    His journey through the tech world doesn’t stop there. Kenghe has flexed his strategic muscles at Bain & Company in San Francisco and tackled high-speed switching technologies as an engineer at Cisco Systems in San Jose. With four patents under his belt and an academic background that boasts an MBA from UC Berkeley, a master’s degree from Purdue University, and another from IIT Kanpur, he’s a certified innovator.

    Stepping into his role as group CEO, Kenghe is laser-focused on scaling Angel One’s product and technology portfolio, enhancing customer experiences, and ensuring the company continues leading the Fintech revolution.

    Angel One Chairman & MD Dinesh Thakkar expressed his excitement, “Ambarish’s appointment as group CEO marks an exciting new era for Angel One. 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. At Angel One, we believe strong leadership shapes the future of Fintech. Ambarish’s guidance will position us not only to keep pace with the ever-changing financial landscape but also to lead the charge in transforming how financial services are delivered, empowering our customers with groundbreaking solutions and unparalleled value.”

    Kenghe, in turn, shared his enthusiasm for the challenge ahead, “I am truly honoured to be part of Angel One, a brand that has been at the forefront of transforming India’s Fintech landscape. 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.”

    As Angel One continues to disrupt the financial services industry, Kenghe’s arrival signals a bold new chapter.

  • Angel One names Ambarish Kenghe as group CEO

    Angel One names Ambarish Kenghe as group CEO

    MUMBAI: Known affectionately in fintech circles as AK-no, not the Indian cinema stalwarts Anil Kapoor or Anurag Kashyap-Ambarish Kenghe is poised to script his own blockbuster.

    Angel One has unveiled its ace move, appointing Kenghe as group CEO effective March 2025, marking a bold step in its quest to revolutionise the fintech space. This leadership shake-up signals Angel One’s unyielding commitment to innovation, cementing its role as a trailblazer in the ever-evolving digital financial ecosystem.

    Kenghe is a renowned technology and product leader with a distinguished career spanning fintech, e-commerce, and consumer electronics. Most recently, as Google Pay APAC vice president & general manager, he played a critical role in expanding Google Pay’s footprint and strengthening India’s UPI ecosystem. He also contributed significantly to the development of Chromecast and Google TV.

    Before joining Google, AK served at Myntra as chief product officer, where he led AI/ML-driven innovations that transformed fashion e-commerce. Earlier in his career, he was a strategy consultant at Bain & Company in San Francisco and a high-speed switching engineer at Cisco Systems in San Jose. A prolific inventor with four patents, AK’s academic achievements include degrees from UC Berkeley, Purdue University, IIT Kanpur, and AMU.

    Expressing his enthusiasm for the new role, Kenghe said, “I am truly honoured to be part of Angel One, a brand that has been at the forefront of transforming India’s fintech landscape. 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.”

    Angel One chairman & MD, Dinesh Thakkar welcomed Kenghe with optimism, stating, “Ambarish’s appointment as CEO marks an exciting new era for Angel One. 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. At Angel One, we believe strong leadership shapes the future of fintech. Ambarish’s guidance will position us not only to keep pace with the ever-changing financial landscape but also to lead the charge in transforming how financial services are delivered, empowering our customers with groundbreaking solutions and unparalleled value.”

    Angel One continues to drive the fintech revolution, with this leadership appointment reflecting its commitment to providing groundbreaking, customer-centric financial solutions.