Vidyasagar Hariharan has joined Axis Bank as the Senior Vice President and Head of Trade Product Management within the Wholesale Banking Products division. With a rich background of extensive experience in transaction banking, particularly in trade finance and cash management, Vidyasagar brings valuable expertise to this role. He has demonstrated a strong proficiency in relationship management and product development, having previously managed a diverse portfolio of clients across various segments.
Before his current appointment at Axis Bank, Vidyasagar served as the Vice President and Trade Product Manager at Mashreq Bank, where he was responsible for overseeing trade products in India. His tenure there was marked by a focus on enhancing product offerings and client solutions in the trade finance sector. Prior to that, he held several key positions at Société Générale, where he was the Director and Head of Trade Finance for India, managing sales and operational functions for the bank’s trade finance services.
Vidyasagar’s career also includes significant contributions at Kotak Mahindra Bank as Vice President of Transaction Banking, where he successfully addressed the banking needs of local and multinational corporations. His leadership capabilities have consistently shone through his ability to manage large teams and drive strategic initiatives that support organizational growth.
In addition to his impressive banking career, Vidyasagar is a passionate conservation photographer and an advocate for environmental causes, particularly wetlands conservation. He actively documents the flamingo migration in Mumbai, showcasing his commitment to preserving the natural beauty of urban wetlands. As he embarks on this new chapter at Axis Bank, Vidyasagar is poised to leverage his extensive experience to further enhance the bank’s trade product offerings and contribute to its ongoing success.