Prashanth is an accomplished entrepreneur with a strong background in the technology and financial sectors. With a successful track record of founding and exiting three startups, he has made significant contributions to the industry.
Notably, he founded Saynow, a mobile messaging platform acquired by Google, and Truvie Security, specializing in mobile payments security and later acquired by PayPal. His most recent venture, Paysense, a consumer lending startup in India, was acquired by PayU.
Prior to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Prashanth held leadership positions at PayPal and Microsoft, where he played key roles in driving strategic initiatives and product development.
Currently, he is leading Zinc Money, a startup focused on transforming education wealth and lending. Through Zinc, he aims to empower parents in India to make informed financial decisions for their children's education, utilizing smart saving and borrowing strategies.
Outside of work, Prashanth is a dedicated parent to two children and enjoys an active lifestyle, splitting time between India and Singapore. He finds enjoyment in activities such as tennis, horseback riding, and running.
With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Prashanth continues to pursue opportunities to create impactful solutions and drive positive change in the industry.