Ritesh Banka
About Ritesh Banka
Ritesh Banka serves as the Head of Business Finance at Rupeek, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at leading companies like Ola and Flipkart. He holds an MBA from the Indian School of Business and a B-Tech from IIT-BHU, with a strong focus on strategic finance and e-commerce.
Current Role at Rupeek
Ritesh Banka serves as the Head of Business Finance at Rupeek, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial strategies and operations within the organization. His focus includes managing financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support the company's growth objectives. His experience in strategic finance contributes to Rupeek's financial health and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Ola
Ritesh Banka has held multiple roles at Ola (ANI Technologies Pvt. Ltd) from 2016 to 2019. He began as the Associate Director for Categories and Growth, where he worked for one year. He then transitioned to the role of Head of Business Finance for Marketplace for six months, followed by a year as Director of Business Finance for International Markets. His tenure at Ola involved significant contributions to financial management and strategic growth initiatives.
Career at Flipkart
Ritesh Banka worked at Flipkart.com in various capacities related to business finance. He served as a Business Finance Manager for Marketing and Monetization for seven months in 2014 and then transitioned to the role of Business Finance Manager for Flipkart Fashion for four months in 2015. His roles involved financial planning and analysis, contributing to the company's e-commerce operations.
Educational Background
Ritesh Banka holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance and Strategy from the Indian School of Business. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (B-Tech) degree from the Indian Institute of Technology, BHU. His foundational education at Delhi Public School - R. K. Puram provided him with a strong academic background that supports his professional endeavors.
Expertise and Skills
Ritesh Banka possesses expertise in several key areas including Pricing Strategy, Category & Revenue Management, and Data Analytics. He has a strong background in e-commerce and has demonstrated his ability to build and scale businesses and teams from the ground up. His experience in strategic finance roles has equipped him with the skills necessary to drive financial performance in high-growth environments.