Ali Lightwalla
About Ali Lightwalla
Ali Lightwalla is a Senior Director of Sales in BFSI and Fintech, currently working at Gupshup since 2023. He has over two decades of experience in sales and business development across various companies in the financial technology sector.
Current Role at Gupshup
Ali Lightwalla serves as the Senior Director of Sales for BFSI & Fintech at Gupshup. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's strategic sales initiatives within the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors. His role involves overseeing sales operations, developing client relationships, and driving revenue growth in the fintech space.
Previous Experience at Gupshup
Before his current role, Ali Lightwalla was the Director of Sales for BFSI & Fintech at Gupshup from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, he focused on expanding the company's market presence and enhancing its offerings for financial institutions and fintech companies. His leadership contributed to significant sales achievements during this period.
Career Background in BFSI and Fintech
Ali Lightwalla has extensive experience in the BFSI and fintech sectors. He worked at IDEMIA as AGM of Digital Sales for Financial Institutions from 2016 to 2021, where he managed sales strategies for digital solutions. Prior to that, he served as Account Director for BFSI at CA Technologies from 2012 to 2016, focusing on client engagement and business development in Mumbai.
Education and Expertise
Ali Lightwalla earned his MBA in Marketing from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies (JBIMS) between 2003 and 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his career in sales and business development, particularly in the financial services industry.
Early Career Experience
Ali Lightwalla began his career as a Consultant at Planman Marcom from 2001 to 2003. He then transitioned to FSS as a Business Development Manager from 2003 to 2006, where he developed skills in client relations and sales strategy. He also worked at CDC CRM Solutions as Regional Sales Head from 2008 to 2011, further enhancing his expertise in sales management.