Cara Riantoputra
About Cara Riantoputra
Cara Riantoputra serves as the Head of Regional Expansion at Xendit, where she focuses on driving growth in new markets. She has a background in economics from the University of Indonesia and has held various roles in research, product management, and operations.
Current Role at Xendit
Cara Riantoputra serves as the Head of Regional Expansion at Xendit, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on achieving a minimum of 30% month-on-month growth in new market volumes. She manages partnerships and integrations with local licensed partners to facilitate Xendit's expansion into new regions. Additionally, she leads cross-functional teams, including product and engineering, to develop and launch new products tailored for emerging markets.
Previous Experience at Xendit
Prior to her current role, Cara Riantoputra worked at Xendit in various capacities. She served as Chief of Staff from 2018 to 2021, where she contributed to strategic initiatives and operational efficiency. Following this, she took on the role of Product Manager from 2021 to 2022, focusing on product development and market fit. Throughout her tenure, she played a key role in Xendit's market expansion strategy, successfully launching operations in Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia.
Education and Expertise
Cara Riantoputra studied at the University of Indonesia, where she earned a degree in Economics. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in economic principles and analytical skills, which she applies in her professional roles. Her expertise includes developing systems to streamline operations, particularly in customer support, onboarding, and contracting in new markets.
Research and Volunteer Experience
Before her roles at Xendit, Cara Riantoputra worked as a Researcher at Lembaga Demografi FEB UI from 2018 to 2019. This experience allowed her to engage in demographic research and analysis. In 2023, she volunteered at Wadah Foundation for 11 months, contributing her skills and knowledge to support the organization's initiatives.
Analytical Role in Government
In 2018, Cara Riantoputra served as an Analyst at Kantor Staf Presiden Republik Indonesia for 11 months. In this position, she conducted analyses that supported government decision-making processes. This experience enhanced her analytical capabilities and provided insights into public policy and governance.