Umesh Kolhe — CEO
A seasoned Senior Product Leader with nearly two decades of experience in the FinTech Payment domain, with a deep expertise in AI and Machine Learning to drive innovation and efficiency in financial technologies. Single-handedly designed new products from ideation through to development, and led large-scale B2B enterprise solutions impacting financial institutions globally.Equipped with the right culmination of the domain, technical and functional expertise, driving innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the financial technology landscape. **Key areas of expertise include:** ๏ Machine Learning and Big Data: Proficient in leveraging ML and Big Data processing systems to enhance product functionality and performance. ๏ Payments/Card Management Industry: Comprehensive knowledge of issuing and acquiring segments, including VISA, AMEX, UPI, JCB, MasterCard, Diners, and other proprietary systems. ๏ Real-Time Authorization & Switching Systems: Specialized in building and optimizing systems from the ground up, with a focus on Fraud and Risk Management solutions. ๏ Web3/Crypto and Alternative Payment Channels: Experience in developing for Web3/Crypto, UPI, BQR, Wallets, and other alternative payment channels. ๏ Cross-Country Multi-Cultural Team Management: Skilled in managing diverse teams and collaborating with clients across varied geographical regions. ๏ Development Methodologies: Expertise in Agile and Waterfall model-based development projects, coupled with strong technical and product management skills. **Specializations include:** ๏ Product Management and Development: Leading cross-functional teams, managing stakeholders, and driving product-led solutions. ๏ Payment Systems and Standards: In-depth knowledge of Authorization & Switching Systems (BASE I/VIP, ISO 8583, Tokenization, HCE, Magstripe, EMV), and Clearing Systems (Reconciliation, Settlement). ๏ Compliance and Security: Experience with Payment Associations/Schemes, Cryptography, Payment HSMs (Thales, FutureX, Safenet), Card Management Systems, Fraud & Risk Management, 3DS, Chargeback & Dispute Management. ๏ Issuing, Acquiring, and Emerging Payment Solutions: Expertise in UPI, QR, Bharat QR, Wallets, Lending (Consumer, Merchant), and Prepaid & Loyalty programs.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert with strong capabilities in product management and machine learning.
Location: Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
Experience: 19 yrs 2 mos
Skills
- Machine Learning
- Product Management
- Product Development
- Payment Systems
- Technical Leadership
Career Highlights
- Nearly two decades in FinTech Payment domain.
- Expertise in AI and Machine Learning for financial technologies.
- Led large-scale B2B enterprise solutions globally.
Work Experience
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Education
Executive Management Program at Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad
Data Science and Machine Learning at MIT Schwarzmann College of Computing
B.E. at Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology