Amar Samarapally
About Amar Samarapally
Amar Samarapally serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Drip Capital, where he engages with potential partners to enhance the company's presence in the US and Canada. With a background in finance and business development, he has significantly contributed to the disbursement of over $5 billion in trade finance to businesses worldwide.
Work at Drip Capital
Amar Samarapally serves as the Director of Strategic Partnerships at Drip Capital, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for engaging with potential partners, including banks, trade associations, and export promotion agencies, to enhance the company's presence in the US and Canada. He oversees a team of business development managers and focuses on the operational and commercial aspects of partnerships. His efforts have contributed to Drip Capital's growth, facilitating the disbursement of over $5 billion in trade finance to more than 6,000 businesses across 60 countries.
Previous Experience
Before joining Drip Capital, Amar worked in various roles that contributed to his expertise in business development and strategic partnerships. He was the Financial Inclusion Lead for Asia & the Pacific at Microfinance Information eXchange from 2011 to 2016, where he worked for five years in Hyderabad, India. Prior to that, he held positions at Greenlight Planet, first as Business Development Manager from 2016 to 2018 and then as Business Development & Strategic Alliances Leader from 2018 to 2019, both in Mumbai, India. He also worked as a Business Analyst at 3i Infotech from 2008 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Amar Samarapally holds a Master's degree in Finance from ICFAI Business School, where he studied from 2006 to 2008. He also earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree from Badruka College of Commerce, studying from 2003 to 2006. His educational background has equipped him with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in his roles within the finance and business development sectors.
Background
Amar Samarapally's educational journey began at ST. George's Grammar School, where he studied from 1997 to 2001. His career in business and finance spans over a decade, with significant experience in strategic partnerships, business development, and financial inclusion. His diverse professional background has enabled him to effectively engage with various stakeholders in the finance and trade sectors.