Vaibhav Kathju

Founder

India23 yrs 1 mo experience

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Key Highlights

Over 20 years in financial services industry.
Co-founded Mahila Money, empowering women financially.
Expert in digital transformation and emerging ecosystems.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert with a strong focus on insurtech and digital transformation.

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Skills

Core Skills

Product ManagementBusiness Development

Other Skills

PensionCredit BureauLife InsuranceHealth InsuranceTerm Life InsuranceSales ManagementDigital MarketingDistribution SystemsLeading Diverse TeamsPositive Team PlayerStrategic PlanningWealth ManagementInsuranceBusiness StrategyMarket Research

About

I am currently building something in stealth mode and am also board member at IMNU, a leading business school in India, and a EX co-founder of Mahila Money, a social enterprise that empowers women with financial literacy and inclusion. I have over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, spanning across banking, insurance, and credit information. My core competencies include strategy, business development, product management, digital transformation, and emerging ecosystems. I have led and contributed to multiple initiatives that have enhanced customer value, improved operational efficiency, and fostered innovation and collaboration. I am passionate about leveraging technology and data to create solutions that address the needs and aspirations of the underserved segments of the society.

Experience

23 yrs 1 mo

Total Experience

1 yr 11 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs 10 mos

Current Experience

Antler

Entrepreneur in Residence

Jan 2024 – Apr 2024 · 3 mos · India

Inka

Founder and CEO

Jul 2023 – Present · 2 yrs 10 mos · India · Remote

Revolutionizing insurance with a focus on integrity and transparency, our insuretech company combats mis-selling, raises awareness of tailored insurance needs, and bridges the product knowledge gap. Empowering individuals with insights for sound insurance decisions.

PensionCredit BureauLife InsuranceHealth InsuranceTerm Life InsuranceProduct Management+1

Mahila money

Co-Founder

Feb 2021 – Mar 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Hdfc life

2 roles

Head - Digital and Emerging Ecosystems

Sep 2019 – Jan 2021 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Head FinTech & HealthTech - Strategic Alliances

Jun 2016 – Sep 2017 · 1 yr 3 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Transunion cibil limited

Business Head - Insurance

Sep 2017 – Sep 2019 · 2 yrs · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Insurance Business

Imnu

Board Member

Jun 2015 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

Member of the Alumni Board for IMNU

Dbs bank

Product Head - General Insurance

Dec 2013 – Jun 2016 · 2 yrs 6 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Leading the Go-To-Market strategy for the bancassurance channel entering digital banking
Co-ordinate online sales of Life and General Insurance through the bank portal
Design and implement sales management through android tablet
Implementing SellSmart Module, based on predictive analytics to target clients with high propensity to buy insurance

Findabl.in

Co-founder

Aug 2012 – Dec 2013 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Designed Social Media strategy for start-ups and SMEs
Worked on implementation of the Social Media strategies designed by Findabl for their clients
Helped SMEs designing and implementing SEM, mainly through Google Adwords

Instituto de empresa business school

IMBA

Apr 2011 – May 2012 · 1 yr 1 mo

Religare macquarie private wealth

Vice President (Insurance)

Dec 2008 – Feb 2011 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Developed the Insurance channel for the organization
Managed Relationship with Insurance Channel Partner and all in-house Relationship Managers across locations
Worked along with Aegon product team, for designing and launching tailored products

Deutsche bank

Product Manager

Apr 2006 – Nov 2008 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Established Insurance channel for all new branches in India
Developed and managed insurance channels for credit cards and assets business
Was in-charge of the Non-Life insurance business

Icici prudential life insurance company limited

Product and Process Manager

Dec 2004 – Apr 2006 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai Area, India

Designed and implemented initiatives to tap into rural markets, targeting 300,000 villages in India
Coordinated with Underwriting, Ops, Claims and Actuarial for product finalization for rural markets
Created Reward & Recognition programs for rural markets

Pidilite industries

Area Sales Manager

May 2002 – Dec 2004 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Pune Area, India

Managed retail sales and distribution of the consumer products in Maharashtra-Goa; with annual sales over INR 100 mn
Handled a team of 10 people and 42 distributors
Organised promotional activities: Tell-n-sell, Naka Meets, Painting competitions, Workshops, etc