InsuranceDekho, an Indian insurtech company, announced a series of high-impact leadership appointments that underscore its commitment to innovation and growth. This strategic move is set to strengthen the company’s leadership team and propel its vision forward.
InsuranceDekho has made significant strides with key hires including the following:
Manish Mahajan, joins InsuranceDekho as Chief Business Officer – Consumer Business. He comes with more than 2 decades of experience, having worked with leading insurance companies like Aviva Life Insurance and Max Life Insurance. In his role, he will drive expansion and forge critical partnerships to scale InsuranceDekho’s operations. His experience in scaling businesses and building high-performance sales teams will be key in driving InsuranceDekho’s consumer business strategy.
Sonali Mitra, steps in as Vice President to lead strategic projects in the Founder’s office. She comes with more than 17 years of experience across large MNCs and startups including Mondelez, Ikea, Flipkart, and Pepperfry to name a few. At InsuranceDekho she is tasked with steering strategic initiatives in the Founder’s office and will be responsible for crafting and implementing plans, navigating market dynamics to drive long-term success.
Nishant Gupta, steps in as Vice President of Technology. Armed with 14 years of tech leadership experience from BharatPe and Goibibo/MakeMyTrip, Nishant will oversee key engineering initiatives and advance InsuranceDekho’s technological capabilities. With a focus on innovation and technology integration, Nishant will lead the development and deployment of cutting-edge solutions to enhance user experience and operational effectiveness.
Prashant Kalaver joins as Head of Internal Audit. He has more than 2 decades of extensive experience with industry giants like Citibank and Aviva Life Insurance. Prashant will play a crucial role in enhancing the company’s governance framework and internal control systems.
Shruti Kapoor joins as Finance Controller at InsuranceDekho. With a rich experience of over 18 years across consulting and insurance, she will ensure robust fiscal management, taxation, risk management, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting sustainable growth. Previously she has been with Aviva India, KPMG, and PwC.
“These strategic appointments highlight InsuranceDekho’s commitment to innovation, customer centricity, and operational excellence, positioning the company for enhanced growth and service expansion across India,” said Divya Mohan, Chief Human Resources Officer at InsuranceDekho.
“These leaders not only bring professional excellence but resonate with the company’s ethos and core values. Their diverse backgrounds and rich experiences will be essential, while we build an organization for the future. People are the bedrock of any organization, and at InsuranceDekho, we are dedicated to cultivating a team that drives sustainable growth and reinforces our position as India’s preferred insurtech platform,” she added.
“We are thrilled to welcome Manish, Sonali, Nishant, Prashant and Shruti to the InsuranceDekho team and chart the next phase of growth for the brand,” added Ankit Agrawal, Founder & CEO of InsuranceDekho.
The new appointments at InsuranceDekho showcase its commitment to growth and creating an inclusive work environment. By adding top talent, the company seeks to bring fresh perspectives and advance its mission to revolutionize the insurance sector. These strategic hires position InsuranceDekho to improve its products, technology, and business strategies, benefitting its expanding customer base in India.
In addition to these key leadership hires, InsuranceDekho has embarked on an ambitious hiring spree to build an organisation for the future. Last year alone, the company fortified its team by hiring over 30 Associate Directors and higher-level executives. This expansion has significantly strengthened both frontline and middle management, creating a robust and dynamic workforce ready to meet future challenges. Currently, InsuranceDekho boasts a workforce of nearly 2,500 employees, each playing a vital role in driving the company’s vision forward.
