Saurav Roy
About Saurav Roy
Saurav Roy is the Principal Product Manager, Payments at Hopper in Amsterdam, with extensive experience in product management and entrepreneurship.
Principal Product Manager, Payments at Hopper
Saurav Roy is currently the Principal Product Manager, Payments at Hopper, based in Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands. In this role, he is responsible for leading the payments product strategy and development, ensuring seamless and innovative solutions for Hopper's users. His experience in the industry positions him as a leading figure in managing payment products and systems.
Co-Founder and Leadership Roles at Mellow and Myriads Digital Networks
Saurav Roy co-founded Mellow, a company he led from 2022 to 2023 in Amsterdam. Earlier in his career, he co-founded Myriads Digital Networks, running it from 2011 to 2013 in Chennai, India. These experiences highlight his entrepreneurial skills and ability to transform ideas into business realities.
Extensive Experience in Product Management
Saurav Roy has held numerous pivotal roles in product management. At Booking.com, he served as a Product Manager for both Payments (2018-2021) and New Products (2017-2018). Prior to this, he was Chief Product Officer at Juggernaut Books (2016-2017) and Head of Product (2015-2016). His role at Times Internet and early stint at LenddoEFL as a Summer Analyst add to his robust portfolio.
Educational Background in Engineering and Social Entrepreneurship
Saurav Roy studied at the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, earning a B.Tech/M.Tech in Engineering Design with a Minor in Social Entrepreneurship from 2008 to 2013. His education laid the foundation for a career that merges technical expertise with entrepreneurial ventures. He completed his ISC from St. Joseph's College and his ICSE from St. Mary's Orphanage and Day School.
Participation in ASES Stanford Summit and Other Entrepreneurial Events
In 2013, Saurav Roy was a delegate at the ASES Stanford Summit, indicating his active involvement in the global entrepreneurial community. This experience, along with his various leadership roles, underscores his commitment to innovation and his engagement with entrepreneurial ecosystems.