Fintech Singapore has recently announced the appointment of Anshul Johri as the Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Validus, a leading SME financing platform in Southeast Asia. Johri, who previously served as the Chief Technology Officer at Traveloka, will be responsible for driving technology innovation and digital transformation at Validus.
Johri brings with him over 20 years of experience in technology leadership roles across various industries, including e-commerce, travel, and financial services. At Traveloka, he led the development of the company’s technology platform, which helped it become one of the largest online travel agencies in Southeast Asia.
In his new role at Validus, Johri will be responsible for overseeing the company’s technology strategy and driving innovation across its lending platform. He will also work closely with Validus’ business teams to identify new opportunities for growth and expansion.
Commenting on his appointment, Johri said, “I am excited to join Validus and work with a team that is passionate about using technology to drive financial inclusion and support SMEs in Southeast Asia. I look forward to leveraging my experience to help Validus continue to innovate and grow.”
Validus CEO and Co-founder Ajit Raikar also expressed his excitement about Johri’s appointment, stating that “Anshul’s extensive experience in building and scaling technology platforms will be invaluable as we continue to expand our lending capabilities and drive digital transformation across our business.”
The appointment of Johri comes at a time when Validus is experiencing significant growth in Southeast Asia’s SME financing market. The company recently raised $20 million in a Series B funding round led by Dutch development bank FMO, which will be used to expand its lending operations in Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
With Johri’s expertise in technology leadership and digital transformation, Validus is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory and support SMEs in Southeast Asia with innovative financing solutions.
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