Anil Kumar V
About Anil Kumar V
Anil Kumar V serves as the Vice President of Growth & Strategy at Cashfree Payments, where he leads the India Growth and Partnership Businesses Teams. He has extensive experience in sales and business development, having held various leadership roles at companies such as Pine Labs, Taggle Internet Ventures, and ICICI Bank.
Work at Cashfree Payments
Anil Kumar V serves as the Vice President of Growth & Strategy at Cashfree Payments, a role he has held since 2020. He is responsible for managing a team of vertical heads and business leaders, focusing on outbound sales across all business verticals for collections and disbursals. Anil oversees the Partnerships and Strategic Alliances vertical, ensuring alignment with the company's growth objectives. He is also accountable for the business unit's P&L and annual growth goals, contributing to the overall strategic direction of Cashfree Payments.
Previous Experience in Sales and Business Development
Anil Kumar V has extensive experience in sales and business development across various organizations. He worked at Pine Labs in multiple roles, including Regional Sales Head for South & East India, AVP & Head of Retail Sales for Key Markets, and Vice President of Sales. His tenure at Pine Labs spanned from 2014 to 2020. Additionally, he held positions at Taggle Internet Ventures as Regional Head and Head of Business Development. His earlier roles include Manager Merchant Acquiring at ICICI Bank and Manager Acquisition at American Express.
Educational Background
Anil Kumar V completed his Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Administrative Management College, Bangalore, from 1998 to 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree from N.S.S College, Kerala University, where he studied from 1995 to 1998. His foundational education was completed at Holy Cross High School in Dimapur, Nagaland, where he achieved the N.B.S.C.
Leadership and Management Skills
In his current role at Cashfree Payments, Anil Kumar V leads the India Growth and Partnership Businesses Teams. He is responsible for driving strategic initiatives and managing a diverse team. His experience in various leadership roles has equipped him with skills in team management, strategic planning, and sales execution. Anil's focus on partnerships and alliances has been integral to the growth strategies implemented at Cashfree Payments.