Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions

About Us | Our Team

About Us | Our Team

T Gautham Pai

Director

About the Director

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T Gautham Pai

Non-Executive Non-Independent Director

About the Director

Gautham is the Executive Chairman of Manipal Technologies Limited with over two decades of experience as a business leader. He has a diverse business portfolio across four continents with about 8000 employees in various industries and domains, including financial technologies, technology solutions, consumer industrials, consumer brands, media, packaging & print and infrastructure.

Being a hands-off business leader, he has inculcated a culture of high ethics and professionalism in the Group by mentoring CEOs across businesses while empowering them to chart their own course.

Gautham has always aimed to identify those businesses with high growth potential and boost them by aligning their values to that of the Group. This has enabled all businesses under him to achieve sustainable growth, thus creating long-term value for all stakeholders.

Disruptive Technology and Emerging Business Models have always fascinated him and he likes to spend his spare time researching and understanding the same thus fuelling his desire for knowledge.

Abhay Gupte

Non-Executive Non-Independent Director 

Abhay holds a degree in Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Savitribai Phule Pune University and a degree in Master of Science in Mathematics from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. He has completed the Executive program in Exponential Technologies from Singularity University. He was previously associated with our Company in the capacity of a chief executive officer. Prior to his association with our Company, he was also associated with Logica Private Limited as chief executive officer and managing director, India and global operations, MphasiS Limited as president – ITO, American Express Bank as a systems analyst, Blue Chip Computer Consultants Private Limited as branch manager, Delhi and Asian Paints (India) Limited as a programmer. Further, he is currently associated with Manipal Technologies Limited as its chief executive officer and managing director. 

Prabhakara D Kamath

Non-Executive Non-Independent Director 

Prabhakara holds a degree in Bachelor of Commerce from Mangalore University. Currently, he is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Prior to his association with our Company, he was also associated with Primacy Industries Limited as vice president – finance & commercial. Further, he is currently associated with Manipal Technologies Limited as its non – executive director. 

K Ramachandra Kamath

Non-Executive Independent Director

Mr. Kamath holds a degree in Bachelor of Commerce from University of Mysore. He is a certified associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers and is also an honorary fellow member of the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance. He has experience in banking and financial services sector. He served as the chairman of Indian Banks’ Association from October 1, 2012 to August 20, 2014. Prior to his association with our Company, he was also associated with Corporation Bank as general manager, Bank of India as executive director, Allahabad Bank as chairman & managing director, Punjab National Bank as chairman & managing director.

Padmaja Ruparel

Non-Executive Non-Independent Director 

Padmaja holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Management from Institute of Modern Management. She is currently associated with Manipal Technologies Limited as an independent director. Further, she is also a director in certain companies in financial sector including Avendus Finance Private Limited and Indian Angel Network Services Private Limited among others.

Rohan Ajila

Non-Executive Non-Independent Director 

Rohan holds a degree in Bachelor of Business Administration from University of Houstan, United States of America, and a degree in Master of Business Administration from University Houstan – Clear Lake. Further, he also serves as a director on the board of Robbins Global TBM Private Limited, Haldyn Heinz Fine Glass Private Limited, Hercules Fitness Private Limited, Haldyn Corporation Limited and Haldyn Glass Limited. 

Rohan Ajila

Chief Growth Officer

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Girish Kini

Chief Executive Officer

About Chief Executive Officer

Girish is the CEO of Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions Limited (MPi). Since its inception in 2008, Girish has been part of MPi and is a key enabler in making MPi the largest payment card manufacturer in the country. His constant zeal to continuously innovate and evolve has helped MPi to offer multiple products and services. His thought leadership has enabled MPi to scale its operations across India and other overseas markets.

Girish completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, and began his career with the Manipal group in 1997. He completed the Visionary Leader for Manufacturing (VLFM) program from CII in 2014. He is an associated member of ASPA (Authentication Solution Providers Association).

He loves spending time with the family during his leisure time, and his love for cricket never takes a back seat.

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Girish Kini

Chief Executive Officer

About Chief Executive Officer

Girish is the CEO of Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions Limited. Since its inception in 2008, Girish has been part of MPi and is a key enabler in making MPi the largest payment card manufacturer in the country. His constant zeal to continuously innovate and evolve has helped MPi to offer multiple products and services. His thought leadership has enabled MPi to scale its operations across India and other overseas markets.

Girish completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, and began his career with the Manipal group in 1997. He completed the Visionary Leader for Manufacturing (VLFM) program from CII in 2014. He is an associated member of ASPA (Authentication Solution Providers Association).

He loves spending time with the family during his leisure time, and his love for cricket never takes a back seat.

Ramanath Pai

Chief Financial Officer

Ramanath holds a degree in Bachelor of Commerce from Manipal University and a degree in Master of Business Administration from Sikkim Manipal University. He is also a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Prior to joining our Company, he was previously associated with one of our Group Companies, Manipal Business Solutions Private Limited. He has been associated with our Company since July 2014, managing leadership roles in finance and was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer of our Company effective February 1, 2024. He is responsible for implementing our Company’s financial strategy.

Rajath Shuvra Sen

Chief Growth Officer

Rajat holds a degree in Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Kalyani Government Engineering College, West Bengal University of Technology. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from Indian Institute of Management, Indore Society. He has been associated with our Company since April 2012and was appointed as the Chief Growth Officer on March 1, 2024. He is responsible for driving growth and expansion of the business of our Company globally.

Jnaneshwar Prabhu

Chief Operating Officer

Jnaneshwara holds a degree in Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Mysore University. Prior to joining our Company, he was previously associated with our one of our Promoters, Manipal Technologies Limited. He has been associated with our Company since inception and was appointed as the Chief Operating Officer on March 1, 2024. He is responsible for leading business operations, key initiatives, and implementing companywide strategies.

Arun Bhaskar

Chief Information and Security Officer

Arun holds a Diploma in Electronics & Communication from Department of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka. He has been associated with one of our Promoters, Manipal Media Network Limited, since 1998. He has been actively associated with our Company since inception and effective May 2013 he has been appointed as Chief Information Systems Officer. He is responsible for overseeing the IT strategy, ensuring the security and efficiency of information systems, and aligning technology with business goals.

Pratish P

VP and Head India Sales

Pratish holds a Master’s Degree in Business administration from Anna University, Chennai. He is a Marketing Professional with over 2 decades of experience in Sales, Business Development, Marketing for various products & services for the BFSI vertical & Payment Industry. Experience in handling corporate sales towards the accomplishment of corporate business goals. Prior to joining our Company, he was previously associated with our Promoter, Manipal Technologies Limited since July 2009. He has been appointed as VP and Head India Sales effective April 2022.

H M Dattatri

Company Secretary and Compliance officer

Dattatri holds a degree in Bachelor of Commerce and a degree in Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from University of Mysore. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Law from the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India University, Tripura and is an associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. He was previously associated with Essilor India Private Limited, where he was last designated as head – legal and secretarial. He has been associated with our Company since December 2023 and effective May 13, 2024 he has been appointed as the Company Secretary and Compliance officer. He is responsible for company secretarial and compliance function. 

Girish Kini

Chief Executive Officer

About Chief Executive Officer

Girish is the CEO of Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions Limited (MPi). Since its inception in 2008, Girish has been part of MPi and is a key enabler in making MPi the largest payment card manufacturer in the country. His constant zeal to continuously innovate and evolve has helped MPi to offer multiple products and services. His thought leadership has enabled MPi to scale its operations across India and other overseas markets.

Girish completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, and began his career with the Manipal group in 1997. He completed the Visionary Leader for Manufacturing (VLFM) program from CII in 2014. He is an associated member of ASPA (Authentication Solution Providers Association).

He loves spending time with the family during his leisure time, and his love for cricket never takes a back seat.

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Girish Kini

Chief Executive Officer

About Chief Executive Officer

Girish is the CEO of Manipal Payment and Identity Solutions Limited. Since its inception in 2008, Girish has been part of MPi and is a key enabler in making MPi the largest payment card manufacturer in the country. His constant zeal to continuously innovate and evolve has helped MPi to offer multiple products and services. His thought leadership has enabled MPi to scale its operations across India and other overseas markets.

Girish completed his B.E. in Mechanical Engineering from the Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, and began his career with the Manipal group in 1997. He completed the Visionary Leader for Manufacturing (VLFM) program from CII in 2014. He is an associated member of ASPA (Authentication Solution Providers Association).

He loves spending time with the family during his leisure time, and his love for cricket never takes a back seat.

Ramanath Pai

Chief Financial Officer

Ramanath holds a degree in Bachelor of Commerce from Manipal University and a degree in Master of Business Administration from Sikkim Manipal University. He is also a fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. Prior to joining our Company, he was previously associated with one of our Group Companies, Manipal Business Solutions Private Limited. He has been associated with our Company since July 2014, managing leadership roles in finance and was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer of our Company effective February 1, 2024. He is responsible for implementing our Company’s financial strategy.

Rajath Shuvra Sen

Chief Growth Officer

Rajat holds a degree in Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from Kalyani Government Engineering College, West Bengal University of Technology. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Management from Indian Institute of Management, Indore Society. He has been associated with our Company since April 2012and was appointed as the Chief Growth Officer on March 1, 2024. He is responsible for driving growth and expansion of the business of our Company globally.

Jnaneshwar Prabhu

Chief Operating Officer

Jnaneshwara holds a degree in Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering from Mysore University. Prior to joining our Company, he was previously associated with our one of our Promoters, Manipal Technologies Limited. He has been associated with our Company since inception and was appointed as the Chief Operating Officer on March 1, 2024. He is responsible for leading business operations, key initiatives, and implementing companywide strategies.

Arun Bhaskar

Chief Information and Security Officer

Arun holds a Diploma in Electronics & Communication from Department of Technical Education, Government of Karnataka. He has been associated with one of our Promoters, Manipal Media Network Limited, since 1998. He has been actively associated with our Company since inception and effective May 2013 he has been appointed as Chief Information Systems Officer. He is responsible for overseeing the IT strategy, ensuring the security and efficiency of information systems, and aligning technology with business goals.

Pratish P

VP and Head India Sales

Pratish holds a Master’s Degree in Business administration from Anna University, Chennai. He is a Marketing Professional with over 2 decades of experience in Sales, Business Development, Marketing for various products & services for the BFSI vertical & Payment Industry. Experience in handling corporate sales towards the accomplishment of corporate business goals. Prior to joining our Company, he was previously associated with our Promoter, Manipal Technologies Limited since July 2009. He has been appointed as VP and Head India Sales effective April 2022.

H M Dattatri

Company Secretary and Compliance officer

Dattatri holds a degree in Bachelor of Commerce and a degree in Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) from University of Mysore. He also holds a Postgraduate Diploma in International Business Law from the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts of India University, Tripura and is an associate member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India. He was previously associated with Essilor India Private Limited, where he was last designated as head – legal and secretarial. He has been associated with our Company since December 2023 and effective May 13, 2024 he has been appointed as the Company Secretary and Compliance officer. He is responsible for company secretarial and compliance function. 

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