Cashfree Payments appoints Nitin Pulyani as Head of Product and Senior Vice President

Fintech startup Cashfree Payments has appointed Nitin Pulyani as its new Head of Product and Senior Vice President. 

In this strategic role, Pulyani will spearhead product innovation and drive initiatives aimed at accelerating the company’s growth. 

His responsibilities include overseeing product development and ensuring that Cashfree Payments continues to deliver innovative solutions that cater to the needs of businesses both in India an

Fintech startup Cashfree Payments has appointed Nitin Pulyani as its new Head of Product and Senior Vice President. 

In this strategic role, Pulyani will spearhead product innovation and drive initiatives aimed at accelerating the company’s growth. 

His responsibilities include overseeing product development and ensuring that Cashfree Payments continues to deliver innovative solutions that cater to the needs of businesses both in India and globally.

Leadership and vision

Commenting on the appointment, Akash Sinha, Co-Founder and CEO of Cashfree Payments, said, “As a seasoned product leader, Nitin’s extensive experience and innovative mindset will enhance our ability to deliver industry-best products and solutions. With him on the team, I am confident we will continue to set new benchmarks in the sector". 

“Since its inception, Cashfree Payments has been dedicated to addressing the payment needs of Indian businesses. As the Indian digital economy continues to expand, I see tremendous potential to leverage Cashfree’s years of research and innovation in the fintech space to drive growth and scalability for businesses," Pulyani said.

Nitin Pulyani's professional background

With over two decades of experience in the fintech industry, Pulyani brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his new role at Cashfree Payments. He has previously led product vision and strategy at notable brands such as PhonePe and Jupiter.

Throughout his career, Pulyani has been recognized for his ability to develop innovative product strategies, drive revenue growth, and build high-performing teams.

His experience includes significant roles at Ola, NeoGrowth, and TaxiForSure, where he demonstrated his ability to excel in dynamic and fast-paced environments.

Pulyani is an alumnus of the Indian School of Business and holds a Bachelor of Technology degree from the Institute of Technology at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.

Pulyani’s appointment comes at a crucial time for Cashfree Payments, which has been expanding its leadership team to support its growth ambitions.

The company recently appointed Harsh Gupta as Chief Revenue Officer, signaling its commitment to scaling its operations.