Sameer Gupta

Business Development Executive

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India21 yrs 4 mos experience
AI EnabledAI ML Practitioner

Key Highlights

  • 20+ years in financial services product innovation.
  • Expert in leveraging GenAI for competitive advantage.
  • Proven track record in strategic partnerships and business development.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech expert with a strong focus on product innovation and strategic business development.

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Skills

Core Skills

Business DevelopmentGo-to-market StrategyProduct InnovationStrategic PartnershipsProduct ManagementInstant PaymentsProduct StrategyDigital Strategy

Other Skills

PaymentsAmazon Web Services (AWS)Strategic PlanningTransaction BankingBusiness InnovationInnovation ManagementFinTechBusiness-to-Business (B2B)Application Programming Interfaces (API)Mobile ApplicationsGenerative AI & Agentic AIChange ManagementCross-Cultural CommunicationEmotional IntelligenceData Science

About

I'm a business leader on a mission to transform financial services through technology, innovation, and human-centered design. For 20+ years, I've built & scaled financial services products, led cross-functional teams, and forged strategic partnerships across banking, and emerging technologies. Currently, I guide CXOs and leaders across tier-1 banks, payments companies, and fintech startups in leveraging cloud & GenAI to drive competitive advantage. My sweet spot: bridging business strategy, product innovation, and technology - translating complex regulatory & market dynamics into scalable, next-generation financial solutions. What I bring to the table: ๐ŸŽฏ Strategic Product Development and P&L Management โ€“ Created and scaled multiple digital product lines; grew portfolios by 10+% and generated 200+ opportunities worth $7MM+ in incremental revenue. Deep understanding of how to lead a $500M+ banking franchise across payments, receivables, liquidity, and trade finance. ๐Ÿš€ Go-To-Market & Business Development โ€“ Architected and executed account-based deal origination motions; currently managing a $200M+ industry revenue pool with 200+ active financial services customers. In the past, have co-led a $100MM+ digital ecosystem opportunity in banking across Asia. ๐Ÿค– GenAI & Emerging Tech โ€“ Passionate about unlocking GenAI and agentic AI opportunities in banking & payments. Built innovation frameworks and conducted 50+ co-creation workshops with enterprise clients on next-gen technologies (AI/ML, APIs, blockchain, mobile-first banking). ๐ŸŒ‰ Cross-Functional Leadership & Culture Building โ€“ Led innovation thinking across time size of 100+; mentored startups and built thought leadership through speaking engagements at industry forums. I thrive in environments where: + Strategic thinking meets execution; curiosity meets rigor + Innovation is balanced with pragmatism + Impact on the industry and business growth is the true north + Learning and evolution are expected, not optional Education & Credentials: + Executive Education: Yale School of Management (Leading and Managing Globally) + Specialization: Duke University (Entrepreneurial Finance, Strategy & Innovation) + Certifications: AWS Certified AI Practitioner, IBM Data Science (Python, ML), CTP (Treasury Professional) + Degree: PGDBM (Mumbai), BCA (Hyderabad) Let's connect if: You're scaling financial services innovation, building next-gen fintech products, or exploring how AI/cloud transforms banking. I'm always keen to share insights, explore partnerships, or discuss the future of financial services.

Experience

21 yrs 4 mos
Total Experience
4 yrs 5 mos
Average Tenure
3 yrs 5 mos
Current Experience

Angellist india

Angel Investor

Sep 2023 โ€“ Present ยท 2 yrs 8 mos

  • Investment in a #agetech startup which helps in identifying neurodegenerative risks and provide personalised brain health solutions.

Amazon web services (aws)

Financial Services - Business Development & GTM, India Leader (L7)

Dec 2022 โ€“ Present ยท 3 yrs 5 mos ยท Mumbai ยท On-site

PaymentsAmazon Web Services (AWS)Strategic PlanningBusiness DevelopmentGo-to-Market StrategyTransaction Banking+1

Inflection point ventures

Angel Investor

Sep 2022 โ€“ Present ยท 3 yrs 8 mos

  • Investment in a full-truck freight marketplace company.
  • Reach out in case you want to get introduced to IPV team for fund raise & mentorship.

Citi

5 roles

Director (C15), Product Innovation & Partnerships Head, South Asia

Jan 2021 โ€“ Dec 2022 ยท 1 yr 11 mos

  • Driving Product Innovation, Digital Client Advisory & FinTech Partnerships at Citi South Asia Treasury & Trade Solutions (Transaction Banking / Wholesale Banking).
  • Cash Management, Liquidity Management and Trade Finance Business Development.
Product ManagementProduct InnovationStrategic PartnershipsBusiness InnovationInnovation ManagementTransaction Banking+2

Sr. Vice President (C14), Product Innovation & FinTech Partnerships Head, South Asia

Promoted

Jul 2018 โ€“ Dec 2020 ยท 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Driving Product Innovation, Digital Client Advisory & FinTech Partnerships at Citi South Asia Treasury & Trade Solutions business.
Strategic PartnershipsProduct ManagementBusiness Development

VP of Product, Digital & Data Platforms and Sr. Product Manager, Digital Receivables

Promoted

Jun 2016 โ€“ Jul 2018 ยท 2 yrs 1 mo

  • Responsible for product development and commercialization of its online banking & connectivity solutions.
  • Drive digital client experience through Citi's connectivity solution suite - CitiConnect for Files, CitiConnect for SWIFT and CitiConnect APIs.
  • Responsible for P&L management for digital receivables solutions for businesses.
  • Launch of UPI and BBPS.
  • Development & commercialization of electronic payment methods like NACH, IMPS and UPI.
  • Digital reconciliation solutions expertise
  • Expertise on BBPS, Nodal guidelines and eCommerce flows in the country
Product ManagementBusiness-to-Business (B2B)Instant PaymentsApplication Programming Interfaces (API)Mobile Applications

Product Lead, Channel & Enterprise Services - India

Promoted

Apr 2014 โ€“ Jun 2016 ยท 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Channel & Enterprise Services (CES), now called Platforms & Data Services (PDS)
  • Lead product strategy and development for PDS products such as CitiDirect (internet and mobile banking), CitiConnect (global connectivity product including Files, APIs, SWIFT and SAP FSN), digital onboarding, billing and statement capabilities.
  • Owned end-to-end delivery of product changes: understanding complex use cases and regulations, specifying requirements, managing dependencies, driving commercialization.
  • Collaborate closely with Sales, Technology, Operations, Compliance & Legal, and client relationship teams across local, regional, and global levels.
  • Drive client-centered innovation, incorporating feedback to improve user experience and product differentiation.
  • Driving digitization of payments & receivables, reconciliation and self-service across large local corporates, multinationals and local SME/MME names.
  • Manage key performance indicators related to product commercialization, client satisfaction, and regulatory reporting compliance.
Product ManagementProduct StrategyGo-to-Market StrategyDigital Strategy

Assistant Vice President, Sales, Citi Transaction Services

Oct 2012 โ€“ Apr 2014 ยท 1 yr 6 mos

  • Transaction Banking Sales

Infosys

2 roles

Senior Consultant | Payments | Finacle

Oct 2011 โ€“ Oct 2012 ยท 1 yr ยท Bengaluru Area, India

Product Consultant | Payments | Finacle

Nov 2010 โ€“ Sep 2011 ยท 10 mos ยท Bengaluru Area, India

  • Responsible for corporate requirements from transaction services perspective like visibility and control on payments processing as well as reporting / reconciliation requirements of corporate clients.

Citi

3 roles

Implementation Manager

Mar 2010 โ€“ Nov 2010 ยท 8 mos

  • Responsible for on-boarding Corporate clients (Global and Top-Tier Local Enterprises) with respect fulfilling their transaction services and treasury needs through electronic platform. This included areas such as collections, payments, domestic and overseas trade, guarantees and documentary credit among others.
  • Roles & responsibilities included determination of client need; establishment of implementation scope and development plans; management of team resources; and delivery of client solution.
  • Experience gained in
  • Host to Host integration between client ERP systems and bank portal. ERPs handled - SAP, Oracle, Tally 9.0.
  • Consulting clients on cutting down cost and time efforts in payments origination, handling vendor queries, reconciling bank transactions and plugging all security loopholes in the banking process.
  • Banking products for CXO level / Treasury executives in effectively managing and optimizing the liquidity.
  • Various file formats for electronic banking integration like SAP iDoc, PAYMUL, Citibank proprietary formats.
  • Advanced knowledge of Citi's electronic banking platform - CitiDirectยฎ and treasury visibility portal - TreasuryVisionยฎ

Manager, Treasury & Trade Services

Promoted

Jan 2010 โ€“ Mar 2010 ยท 2 mos

  • Experience in Trade Services and Trade Finance area primarily in the exports and domestic trade offerings.
  • Short stint in the imports services and financing unit gaining knowledge of letter of credit and regulatory guidelines regarding imports of goods in India.

Assistant Manager, Treasury & Trade Services

May 2006 โ€“ Dec 2009 ยท 3 yrs 7 mos

  • Joined as part of Citi's Management Associate program with rotations across operations.
  • Deliver banking products under Treasury & Trade Services large corporate, MNCs and small & medium enterprises.
  • Domain experience in Payables and Liquidity Management products - domestic & cross border payments, liquidity & clearing.
  • Expertise in handling cross-border remittances and guidelines (FEMA & RBI circulars).

Hcl technologies

Business Analyst - Enterprise Application Services

Oct 2005 โ€“ Nov 2005 ยท 1 mo

  • Worked on opportunity analysis in Enterprise Business space for partnering / acquiring product vendors for long-term growth.
  • The project entailed the analysis of future trends in the enterprise business space (ERP, CRM, SCM, PLM and ECM), focusing on potential of the Software Products Companies & creating a business proposal for initiating a relationship with potential future benefits with them.
  • Four companies were identified for partnership / acquisition as part of the analysis.
  • Out of the four companies, two companies have been acquired by leading product companies in 2007-08. HCL Technologies, already a partner to one of those leading product companies, currently offers the proposed PLM suite.

Dell

2 roles

Customer Issue Management Expert

Promoted

Sep 2003 โ€“ May 2004 ยท 8 mos ยท Bengaluru Area, India

Technical Support Representative

Jul 2002 โ€“ Aug 2003 ยท 1 yr 1 mo ยท Bengaluru Area, India

Education

SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research

PGDBM

Osmania University

Bachelor in Computer Applications

Kendriya Vidyalaya

AISSCE

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