After being associated with Google Pay APAC for over six-and-a-half years, Ambarish Kenghe aka AK is now set to join Angel One as its new Group CEO in March 2025.
Widely recognized as AK within the fintech community, Kenghe is a distinguished technology and product leader with extensive experience in fintech, e-commerce, and consumer electronics.
That said, in his previous role as Vice President and General Manager at Google Pay APAC, AK was instrumental in scaling Google Pay’s footprint and advancing the UPI ecosystem in India. During this time, he also played a pivotal role in the launch of Chromecast and contributed significantly to Google TV’s development.
Before joining Google, he served as Chief Product Officer at Myntra, where he spearheaded AI/ML powered innovations that redefined the fashion e-commerce landscape.
Earlier in his career, AK also 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.
A prolific inventor with four patents to his name, AK exemplifies innovation and technical expertise.
As he steps into his new role at Angel One, Kenghe expressed his enthusiasm and said, “I am truly honored 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.”
To this, Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman and Managing Director, Angel One, added, “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 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.”
