Akash Gaikwad
PayPal | Strategy & Operations | Fintech & Digital Payments | Data-Driven InsightsData Analytics & Business Intelligence | (SQL, Tableau)
- Role
- Ecosystem Partnership Operations Lead at PayPal
- Location
- Mumbai, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Akash Gaikwad
I am a fintech and strategy operations professional with experience in digital payments, partner ecosystem operations, and data-driven business insights. Currently working with PayPal, I support partner operations and strategic initiatives across the payments ecosystem, focusing on operational efficiency, performance analytics, and cross-functional collaboration.My work involves building data dashboards, analyzing revenue and partner performance, and translating complex data into actionable insights for business decision-making. I have hands-on experience with analytics tools including SQL, Tableau, Python, and Excel to drive operational improvements and strategic outcomes.I hold a Master’s degree in International Business Finance & Economics and have a strong interest in fintech innovation, payments infrastructure, and digital financial ecosystems.I am particularly interested in roles across fintech strategy, payments operations, business analytics, and consulting, where I can leverage data, strategy, and operational expertise to drive meaningful impact.
Experience
Ecosystem Partnership Operations Lead
Mar 2025 — Present · Mumbai, IN
Assisted in managing and strengthening partnerships with banks to expand PayPal’s lending network and lending product portfolio across the APAC region.Collaborated with cross-functional teams including product, Sales, Finance, Marketing and legal to ensure smooth execution of partnership solutions.Conducted market research, Data Analytics and gathered partner insights to identify emerging lending opportunities and fintech trends in APAC markets.Supported operational processes such as partner onboarding, process documentation, and day-to-day partner communication.Coordinated between lenders and merchants to resolve operational issues and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
Education
Symbiosis College of Arts & Commerce
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Finance
2014 — 2017
Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics
Msc - International Business Economics and Finance, Economics and Finance
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