Akash Kanungo
About Akash Kanungo
Akash Kanungo serves as the Vice President of Sales at Drip Capital, where he focuses on enhancing customer engagement and identifying new sales opportunities. He has a background in business development and account management, having previously worked at BYJU'S and held various roles at Drip Capital since 2019.
Work at Drip Capital
Akash Kanungo currently serves as Vice President of Sales at Drip Capital, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on revitalizing customer engagement and identifying new sales opportunities. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Account Manager from 2021 to 2023 and as an Account Manager from 2019 to 2021. His responsibilities included mentoring and training a team of sales professionals, utilizing CRM software, and managing sales funnels to enhance growth and efficiency. Kanungo actively represents Drip Capital at industry events, contributing to the company's visibility and networking efforts.
Previous Experience at BYJU'S
Before joining Drip Capital, Akash Kanungo worked at BYJU'S (Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd.) as a Business Development Manager from 2017 to 2018. During his tenure in Mumbai, Maharashtra, he focused on business development strategies that aimed to enhance customer engagement and drive sales growth. This experience laid the groundwork for his later roles in sales management.
Education and Expertise
Akash Kanungo earned a Bachelor of Technology (BTech) degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering from Manipal University Jaipur, where he studied from 2014 to 2018. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in sales, particularly in leveraging technology and data analysis to drive business outcomes. He is skilled in CRM software, sales cost analysis, and sales funnel management.
Mentorship and Team Development
In his current role at Drip Capital, Akash Kanungo is responsible for mentoring and training a team of sales professionals. He focuses on developing both functional and behavioral skills to help his team achieve challenging sales goals. His commitment to team development is a key aspect of his leadership style, fostering an environment that encourages growth and performance.
Motivation and Mission Alignment
Akash Kanungo is motivated by Drip Capital's mission to provide trade finance solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises globally. His alignment with the company's goals drives his efforts in sales and customer engagement, ensuring that he contributes effectively to the organization's objectives.