More than 25 years of comprehensive expertise in senior-level management across Telecom, Manufacturing, Capital Markets, and NBFCs.
Mr. K. Arun
Chief Financial Officer
More than 25 years of experience in Non-Banking Financial Companies and Housing Finance Companies. Unique combination of ramping-up businesses for start-ups.
Mr. Manikandan Manickam
Chief Information Officer
Over 25 years of experience in the Financial Services and Fintech space with expertise in building, managing, and transforming technology architectures.
Mr. N. Srinivasan
Chief People Officer
MBA in HR with 25 years of experience in all gamut of HR function. Certified Thomas Profile Analyst, Competency Assessor and People Coach from CCI Singapore.
Mr. L. Karthikeyan
Head – Centralised Operations
Over 24 years of experience in handling operations in the Manufacturing, Banks and Financial Services.
Mr. K. Arun
Chief Financial Officer
Arun possesses over 25 years of extensive experience in Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and Housing Finance Companies (HFCs), demonstrating his deep understanding of the financial sector.
Specializes in scaling up businesses for start-ups and optimizing operations for established organizations.
Holds a distinguished track record with reputable institutions such as Sundaram Home Finance, Cholamandalam Investment Finance, Nissan Renault Financial Services, and DBS Bank.
Throughout his career, Arun has held key roles including overseeing NBFC operations and leading finance and Treasury functions.
Proficient in formulating and executing strategic plans to drive business growth and ensuring the establishment of robust internal control systems.
Skilled in building and maintaining relationships with Rating Agencies and Investor Groups.
Brings extensive experience in statutory compliance covering taxation, RBI-related returns, and compliance monitoring.
Arun is a Chartered Accountant and holds master’s degree in commerce, enhancing his proficiency in financial management and strategic planning.
Mr. Babu Vellingiri
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.
Has completed the Executive Education Programme in General Management with IIM (B)
Mr. Manikandan Manickam
Chief Information Officer
Accumulated over 25 years of experience in the Financial Services and Fintech sector, specializing in constructing, overseeing, and revamping technology frameworks.
Boasts a distinguished career in banking and financial services establishments, making significant strides in Digital-driven Business Transformations, Service Delivery, and crafting unique Customer Experiences.
Proficient in deploying Enterprise Applications, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Transformations, Cyber Security measures, Data Analytical Platforms, Hyper automations, and overseeing IT Governance & Operations.
Led technology driven business transformation and process automation projects in various private & foreign banks and the previous stint was with DBS Bank.
Recognized with multiple industry accolades and acknowledged as a notable speaker across various platforms and forums.
Holds an M.S. in Information Technology and has received training and certification in Strategic Leadership from ISB Hyderabad, Cyber Security from Data Security Council of India, and Energetic Transformation from Great Lakes-Chennai.
Mr. N. Srinivasan
Chief People Officer
Boasting over 25 years of comprehensive experience across all aspects of HR functions.
Held leadership roles in prominent organizations such as Royal Bank of Scotland, TCS, and Equitas Small Finance Bank, spearheading critical people functions.
Recently served as the Head of HR for Retail and Consumer divisions at TVS Credit Services, overseeing a workforce of 20,000 employees.
Holds an MBA in Human Resources
Certified as a Thomas Profile analyst, Competency Assessor, and People Coach by CCI Singapore, demonstrating expertise in talent assessment and development.
Ms. Gayathri E
Company Secretary
Seasoned Company Secretary with more than 11 years of expertise managing diverse compliances under Company Law and Corporate Governance practices.
Possesses experience as Practicing Company Secretary, providing a range of secretarial services to companies in adherence to regulatory requirements.
In her most recent position as a Company Secretary at 'Socomec Innovative Power Solutions, a multinational corporation based in France, she oversaw secretarial and legal responsibilities in accordance with relevant regulations and Industry best practices.
Holds a post-graduate degree in Commerce and is a member of 'The Institute of Company Secretaries of India.'
Mr. L. Karthikeyan
Head – Centralised Operations
Possesses over 24 years of extensive experience managing operations within the manufacturing and BFSI sectors.
Demonstrates significant expertise in overseeing back-end operations of banks and played a pivotal role in implementing numerous digital initiatives with Equitas Small Finance Bank and Samunnati.
Held positions in esteemed corporations including Saint Gobain, L&T, and Caterpillar.
Holds an MS in Manufacturing Management from BITS Bilani and completed a PG program in Data Science and Business Analytics at the Great Lakes Institute in Texas.
Unico Housing Finance Private Limited, an RBI-registered housing finance company, is dedicated to offering affordable housing solutions for lower and middle-income customers. Unico’s services provide diverse benefits, catering to individuals in the affordable housing segment.