Rohit Katyal recently joined Cashfree Payments as the Head of Enterprise Sales, a move that underscores his impressive track record in the fintech sector. With this new role, Rohit is set to leverage his extensive experience in strategic planning, business development, and sales leadership to drive Cashfree Payments’ enterprise sales division to new heights. His entry into the company marks a significant step as Cashfree Payments aims to strengthen its market position and expand its footprint in the BFSI (Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance) sector.
Before joining Cashfree Payments, Rohit served as the Chief Business Officer at Phi Commerce Private Limited, where he played a pivotal role in scaling business operations and enhancing product offerings. His strategic acumen and commitment to exceeding P&L benchmarks were instrumental in propelling Phi Commerce toward a leadership position within the fintech space. Rohit’s leadership at Phi Commerce was characterized by a relentless focus on driving sales and marketing initiatives, resulting in substantial partnerships that bolstered the company’s market presence.
Rohit’s professional journey is marked by his impactful tenure at Easebuzz, where he served as the Group Head of Business. At Easebuzz, Rohit spearheaded the company’s transformation into a recognized payment solutions fintech, achieving in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). His leadership extended across various facets, including developing comprehensive business and product growth strategies, overseeing P&L responsibilities, and driving high-performing sales teams to achieve ambitious targets. His role in expanding strategic partnerships and representing Easebuzz at key industry events further solidified his reputation as a thought leader in the fintech industry.
Before his time at Easebuzz, Rohit held significant roles at Razorpay, where he was the Director and Head of BFSI Enterprise Sales. His leadership there involved driving the enterprise sales unit focused on payments and neo-banking solutions, specifically within the BFSI industry cluster. His strategic approach to building market share in segments such as broking, investments, and wealth-tech demonstrated his deep understanding of the financial services landscape and his ability to navigate complex business environments.
Rohit’s earlier career also includes impactful contributions at Droom, where he held positions such as Additional Director of Droom Tech Insurance Broking. His responsibilities included spearheading Droom’sfintech initiatives, including digital lending and insurance broking, and managing key business development and strategic partnership activities. His tenure at Droom highlighted his expertise in integrating advanced technologies like AI and ML to enhance financial services, reflecting his forward-thinking approach and commitment to innovation.
As Rohit Katyal steps into his new role at Cashfree Payments, his extensive experience and strategic mindset are expected to drive significant growth and expansion. Known for his ability to execute complex business strategies and foster high-performing teams, Rohit is well-positioned to lead Cashfree Payments in achieving its ambitious goals within the enterprise sales domain. His appointment marks not just a new chapter in his career but also an exciting phase for Cashfree Payments as it continues to build on its legacy of delivering innovative payment solutions in the fintech sector.