Over4.5 decades of experience in Accounting, Tax, Insurance and financial services.
Mr.A.Prabhakaran
Non - Executive Director
Over 35 years of extensive experience spanning the last 20 years in the Financial
Services Sector and with a blended experience in Production.
Mr.Jayaraman Chandrasekaran
Independent Director
Mr. jayaraman Chandrasekaran, a career banker, with an illustrious career spanning over three
and a half decades at SBI.
Mr.Hariharan Mahalingam
Independent Director
Seasoned finance, accounts, audit, taxation & legal professional with 30+ years of
experience.
Ms.V.G.Aravindanayagi
Independent Director
With 28 years of professional experience, he has a diverse background encompassing 16 years
in Sales & Marketing and Business roles.
Mr.E.E.Paul Vaseekaran
Independent Director
Retired as President and Group Chief Technology Officer of ‘Equitas Small Finance Bank
Limited.
Mr.Babu Vellingiri
Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
With 28 years of professional experience, he has a diverse background encompassing 16 years
in Sales & Marketing and Business roles.
Mr.IAS Balamurugan
Nominee Director
Over4.5 decades of experience in Accounting, Tax, Insurance and financial services.
Mr.N.Rangachary
Chairman & Independent Director
Over four decades of profound expertise in the Insurance and Financial Services
sector, Mr. N.
Rangachary exemplifies a distinguished career trajectory.
Currently holds esteemed positions as Chairman at Salzer Electronics Ltd. in
Coimbatore, and Centrico
Insurance Repository Ltd., strategically leading these organizations towards
sustained growth and success.
Mr. Rangachary's illustrious career includes notable leadership roles such as
Chairman of Equitas Holdings Ltd., Oriental Green Products Ltd., Kaycee Industries
Ltd. and Directorship at Pegasus Asset Reconstruction Private Ltd.
Commenced journey with the Indian Revenue Services, culminating in appointment as
Chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes in 1995.
Subsequently assumed pivotal role of Chairman of the Insurance Regulatory and
Development Authority (IRDA) in 1996, steering regulatory landscape towards enhanced
governance and industry standards.
Internationally recognized Remarkable contributions earning him the distinguished
title of “International Insurance Man of the Year” in 1999.
Commitment to excellence extends beyond leadership roles, evidenced by advisory
services to the Finance Department of the Government of Andhra Pradesh from 2003 to
2008.
Status as honorary member of the Indian Institute of Actuaries underscores profound
impact and influence within the industry.
Qualified as a Chartered Accountant, Fellow of the Institute of Cost Accountants of
India (FICWA), and Fellow of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (FCS),
epitomizing professional excellence and expertise.
Mr.A.Prabhakaran
Non - Executive Director
Seasoned leader with over 35 years of comprehensive experience, including 20 years
in the Financial Services Sector and proficiency in Manufacturing.
Held pivotal roles such as ED & CEO at Equitas Technologies Private Limited,
driving organizational growth and operational efficiency.
Served as Executive Vice President – Operations & Customer Service at Equitas Small
Finance Bank, overseeing critical operational functions and technology-driven
service delivery.
Previously served as Vice President – Operations at Cholamandalam MS General
Insurance Co Ltd, focusing on customer-centric initiatives and enhancing operational
efficiency.
Possesses 15 years of experience in precision and medium auto component industries,
specializing in production, process engineering, inspection activities, and quality
assurance.
Active involvement in designing and formulating quality system procedures for ISO
9000 and QS 9000 standards.
Holds certifications as a Quality System Lead Auditor and registered Assessor under
IRCA.
Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Operations Research and holds a Bachelor of
Engineering in Mechanical.
Mr.Jayaraman chandrasekaran
Independent Director
Mr. Chandrasekaran, a seasoned banker, with an extensive career spanning over
three and a half
decades at SBI.
Retired as Chief General Manager in September 2011, culminating a distinguished
tenure at SBI.
Served as SBI’s nominee director on the Board of SIDBI for six years, from June
2012 till June 2018,
contributing to strategic decision-making. Additionally, served as a Nominee
Director at SBICAP Trustee Co Ltd till July 2024.
Headed the SME lending unit from 2002 to 2007, establishing SBI as a pioneering
force in SME financing and actively participated in various RBI technical committees
focusing on money and bond markets, contributing valuable insights.
Played a crucial role in the RBI-appointed Chakravarty Committee on restructuring
and rehabilitating distressed SME units, with recommendations endorsed and
implemented by RBI.
Currently holds positions as an Independent Director in GrowXCD Finance Pvt Ltd.,
demonstrating ongoing commitment to the finance sector.
Holds a B Tech in Chemical Engineering from IIT – Madras, underscoring a strong
educational foundation complementing his banking expertise.
Ms. V.G.Aravindanayagi
Independent Director
Seasoned finance, audit, tax and legal professional, celebrated author, and an
esteemed Board member
with over 30 years of comprehensive experience in the fields of finance, auditing,
accounting, taxation,
legal, M&A, compliance and consulting across varied industries and global
landscapes.
Currently serving as the Chief Financial Officer for Xforia Technologies Private
Limited, bringing forth her expertise and leadership in the financial matters and
Director at Maarsm7pro Technology Pvt Ltd.
Held the esteemed position of Member of the Board of Directors at India Trade
Promotion Organization (ITPO), Ministry of Commerce, New Delhi appointed by the
President of India as the “Independent Director”.
Formerly served as Senior Director - Finance at Cognizant Technologies India
Private Limited, spearheading taxation management and ensuring efficient tax
administration and effective compliance across India, APAC and the Middle East
Regions.
Spent Two decades at Deloitte Haskins & Sells, leading the Business Tax team,
cultivating pivotal client relationships across diverse industry segments.
A qualified Chartered Accountant and a member of the ICAI, as well as a law
graduate and a fellow member of the India chapter of the Institute of Directors,
highlighting her commitment to excellence and governance standards.
Distinguished speaker and author on direct tax law, actively contributing to the
dissemination of knowledge in the domain.
Co-authored and authored renowned publications such as “Landmark Cases in Direct
Tax laws”, “Tax Planning - Issues, Ideas, Innovations” and the “Compendium of
International Taxation”, published by the Company Law Institute of India Pvt Ltd,
Chennai and the Bharat Law Publications, Jaipur.
Mr.Hariharan Mahalingam
Independent Director
Possesses over 3 and a half decades of extensive experience in overseeing a
company’s technology infrastructure, IT operations, and formulating internal
strategies to drive profitability.
Retired as President and Group Chief Technology Officer of 'Equitas Small Finance
Bank Limited,' where instrumental in advancing the bank's technological
capabilities.
Founding member of Equitas Group, played a crucial role in the successful launch of
Equitas Small Finance Bank within an impressive timeframe of 12 months post RBI
license acquisition.
Previously served as Head I.T at Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company
Limited, showcasing adept leadership in technology implementation.
Successfully led the execution of a large WAN for Cholamandalam Group, facilitating
seamless connectivity across numerous branches nationwide and enhancing operational
efficiency.
Played a pivotal role in system development and the launch of the first private
sector mutual fund while employed at the H.C KOTHARI Group.
Initiated the IT career journey with Premier Instruments Coimbatore in the 1980s,
establishing a solid foundation in the field.
Holds a M.sc, (Statistics) from the University of Madras.
Holds certifications in Oracle, Overseas Projects Services, Project Management, and
Information Security from STQC, reflecting a commitment to continuous learning and
skill enhancement.
Mr.E.E.Paul Vaseekaran
Independent Director
Possesses over 30 years of extensive experience in Marketing, Sales, and
Collections within the NBFC sector.
Started his career as sales manager at Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company
limited. Progressed to roles including National Sales Manager – Shubh – Used
commercial vehicle finance product and Vice President – Affordable housing loan.
Played a vital role in establishing Aptus Value Housing Finance India Limited as a
stable and successful HFC.
Specialized in various areas including New commercial and passenger Vehicle
financing, Franchisee setup, and Used Vehicle Financing, accumulating a decade of
focused expertise.
Transitioned from corporate career to actively involved in corporate training,
aimed at empowering entry-level Executives & Managers within the Affordable HL &
MSME industry.
Holds a Post Graduate degree in science and sociology, providing a strong academic
foundation to complement professional expertise.
Accredited as a certified professional in training and development by the
International Coaching Federation.
Mr.Saravanamuthu Muralidharan
Independent Director
Accumulated over 28 years of extensive experience, comprising 16 years in Sales &
Marketing and Business roles at Ashok Leyland, Cholamandalam, Citicorp, and
Datamatics, followed by 12 years in leadership positions in HR at Equitas.
Served as the Chief People Officer of Equitas Small Finance Bank for nearly 12
years, concurrently overseeing Equitas' educational initiatives from 2013 to 2019.
Played a pivotal role as the 2nd employee at Equitas, significantly influencing the
organization's trajectory and implementing best practices in HR functions.
Led Equitas to achieve recognition among the Top 100 companies in “India’s best
companies to work for” studies, attaining a notable rank of 21st in 2011.
Spearheaded Equitas Development Initiatives Trust, elevating the educational
standards at Equitas Gurukul Matriculation Schools, leading to rankings of 2nd and
4th in the Great Mid-size workplaces study in 2017 and 2018.
Holds a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from Kumaraguru College of Technology,
Coimbatore, and an M.B.A. in Marketing from Bharathidasan Institute of Management,
Tiruchirappalli.
Mr. Babu Vellingiri
Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
Babu vellingiri brings over 26 years of comprehensive experience across the telecom
industry,
manufacturing, capital markets, and NBFCs, functioning in senior-level management
roles.
Demonstrated adeptness in various functions and organizations, cultivated through
senior roles at ELGI
Securities Limited, Tata Teleservices Limited, and 20 years of concurrent service at
Cholamandalam
Investment and Finance Company in the NBFC sector.
Boasts a long-standing tenure at Cholamandalam Investment & Finance Co. Ltd. since
2003,
transitioning from roles like Branch Credit & Administration Manager to Head of
Product.
Acknowledged for driving successful sales, credit, and marketing strategies, which
led to significant
growth in the Affordable Housing Loan business from 300 Cr to an AUM of 7300 Cr over
7 years.
Notable accomplishments include spearheading the development and implementation of
Construction
Equipment Finance products, launching the Shubh (Used CV) funding product, and
establishing over
300 branches across India, driving AUM to 900 – 1000 crs respectively.
Recognized as a Top Performer & Future Leader, completed the Emerging Leadership
Program
facilitated by the Murugappa Development Centre in collaboration with IIM-Bangalore.
Holds a Management Graduate degree in Finance, as a Chartered Accountant and a Post
Graduate in
Marketing Leadership Development, Northwestern - Kellogg.
Has completed the Executive Education Programme in General Management with IIM (B).
Mr.Balamurugan IAS
Nominee Director
Mr. Ilayaarunachalam Shanmugasamy Balamurugan is a seasoned professional with over
30 years of
experience in Banking and Financial Services, including 13 years as a professional
investor.
He holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) and an M.B.A degree, which have laid a
strong foundation
for his career.
He also co-founded Anicut Capital LLP and manages six SEBI-registered Alternate
Investment Funds,
encompassing structured and early & growth-stage equity funds with a combined Assets
Under
Management (AUM) of INR 3,500 Crores.
Prior to his entrepreneurial journey, he held senior leadership roles at prominent
institutions such as
Citibank, UBS, and ICICI Bank, where he served for nearly 17 years.
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