Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Position of Resposibility
Internship And Academic Projects
Certification
Timeline
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Dhananjay Ketkar

Mumbai
Dhananjay Ketkar

Summary

Strategic professional with 4.5+ years of experience in fintech and banking, specializing in partnerships, product growth, and business development. Proven track record in revenue generation, stakeholder management, and scaling operations through data-driven strategies and cross-functional leadership.

Overview

4
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

CASHe
Mumbai

Senior Manager - Strategic Alliance and Partnership
08.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Spearheaded strategic partnerships with financial institutions, banks, and NBFCs, driving significant revenue growth and market penetration.
  • Developed and executed joint business strategies that increased partner engagement and optimized the customer acquisition funnel.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (tech, legal, and operations) to ensure alignment with long-term business goals and product strategies.
  • Delivered business reviews to senior management, presenting performance insights, and identifying areas for partnership optimization.
  • Involved in the distribution of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs), supporting the wealth team for expanded market outreach.

Bajaj Markets
Pune

Manager - Lending Partnership, Unsecured Loan
07.2022 - 08.2023

Job overview

Drove business volume growth from INR 8 Cr to INR 20 Cr per month through strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including an additional INR 10-12 Cr from new partners.

  • Monitored partnership performance, tracked key metrics, and implemented strategic improvements to optimize funnel conversion and enhance partner relations.
  • Identified growth opportunities, negotiating mutually beneficial terms to scale business across digital lending platforms.

LoanTap
Pune

Product Manager
07.2021 - 06.2022

Job overview

Managed the unsecured SME (BNPL and business loan) portfolio, achieving a 50X revenue growth from INR 50 lakhs per month to INR 5 crores per month.

  • Led product lifecycle management, from market analysis and customer feedback to product launch, working closely with tech, legal, and sales teams to ensure successful implementation.
  • Delivered innovative product solutions tailored to customer needs, driving user engagement and expanding market share in the SME segment.

ICICI Bank
Gwalior

Relationship Manager - Personal Loan
11.2020 - 07.2021

Job overview

Managed a portfolio of personal and business loans, driving business growth from INR 3-4 Cr to INR 6-7 Cr per month through new account generation and proactive relationship management.

  • Collaborated with product, credit, and operations teams to ensure seamless loan processes and meet pre-set targets.
  • Trained and led a sales team, implementing strategies to enhance loan visibility and drive revenue generation across the Gwalior region

The Roseate
New Delhi

Reservation Associate
01.2016 - 12.2016

Job overview

Delhi Duty-Free Services Pvt. Ltd.
New Delhi

Sales Associate
07.2015 - 01.2016

Job overview

Education

Management Development Institute (MDI)
Murshidabad

from Marketing Management & HR
08.2018 - 03.2020

University Overview

  • CGPA: 6.66
  • Member of Corporate Relation Team & Placement Committee
  • Co-Founder of B2B AGRO (1st Campus company of MDI-M)

Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
Gwalior

Bachelor of Science from Hospitality and Hotel Administration
08.2012 - 04.2015

University Overview

  • Percentage: 72.24%
  • Founder & Member, Student Tourism Club, Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Gwalior

Skills

  • Strategic partnerships
  • Product Management
  • Product lifecycle management
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Business Development
  • Presentation Skills
  • Partner Relationship Management
  • Team Management
  • Key Account Management
  • Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • CASHe - Super Star of the Quater Award - Q2 FY25
  • Bajaj Markets - Squad award Q2 FY 23
  • LoanTap - Star of the Month - Dec'21 & Jan'22

Position of Resposibility

Position of Resposibility
  • Co-Founder, B2B AGRO, Management Development Institute (MDI) Murshidabad
  • Member, Corporate Relation Team & Placement Committee
  • Founder & Member, Student Tourism Club, Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Gwalior

Internship And Academic Projects

Internship And Academic Projects
  • Intern, GMI Research, International Business Development Strategies, and Customer Satisfaction. 04/2019 - 06/30/19
  • Live Project, Geological Survey of India, Organizational Trust. 08/2018 - 11/2018
  • Vocational Trainee, Park Plaza (Noida) 06/2014 - 07/2014
  • Industrial Trainee, Hotel Radisson Blu (New Delhi) 07/2013 - 11/2013

Certification

  • 2019, HubSpot Sale Software Certified
  • 2019, Certificate course in Integrated Marketing Communications, IE Business School, Spain
  • 2019, Certificate course in Brand Management, University of London & London Business School
  • 2017, Certificate Course in French, Jiwaji University, Gwalior

Timeline

Senior Manager - Strategic Alliance and Partnership
CASHe
08.2023 - Current
Manager - Lending Partnership, Unsecured Loan
Bajaj Markets
07.2022 - 08.2023
Product Manager
LoanTap
07.2021 - 06.2022
Relationship Manager - Personal Loan
ICICI Bank
11.2020 - 07.2021
Management Development Institute (MDI)
from Marketing Management & HR
08.2018 - 03.2020
Reservation Associate
The Roseate
01.2016 - 12.2016
Sales Associate
Delhi Duty-Free Services Pvt. Ltd.
07.2015 - 01.2016
Institute of Hotel Management (IHM)
Bachelor of Science from Hospitality and Hotel Administration
08.2012 - 04.2015
Dhananjay Ketkar