Angel One has announced the appointment of Ambarish Kenghe as its Group Chief Executive Officer, effective March 2025. A distinguished technology and product leader, Kenghe brings extensive expertise in fintech, e-commerce, and consumer electronics.
Known as “AK” within the fintech community, Kenghe previously served as Vice President and General Manager at Google Pay APAC. He played a pivotal role in scaling Google Pay’s operations and advancing the UPI ecosystem in India. His notable contributions also include the launch of Chromecast and development work on Google TV.
Prior to his tenure at Google, Kenghe was Chief Product Officer at Myntra, where he spearheaded AI/ML innovations that transformed the fashion e-commerce sector. He has also held roles 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, Kenghe’s academic credentials include an MBA from UC Berkeley, a master’s degree in computer science from Purdue University, another master’s degree in computer science and engineering from IIT Kanpur, and a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering from AMU.
Ambarish Kenghe stated that, “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.”
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Dinesh Thakkar, Chairman and Managing Director of Angel One, 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.”
Kenghe’s appointment signals Angel One’s commitment to innovation and leadership in the financial services sector.
