Vijay Shekhar Sharma

Vijay Shekhar Sharma is an entrepreneur known as the founder and CEO of Paytm, a major digital payments and financial services platform in India. Under Sharma's leadership, Paytm expanded from a mobile recharge platform into a comprehensive ecosystem that includes payments, banking, wealth management, and e-commerce services. The company has played a significant role in advancing digital payments and financial inclusion across both urban and rural areas in India, contributing to the country's fintech sector.

Sharma has guided Paytm through key milestones, including its initial public offering, and has overseen strategic growth into sectors such as insurance, lending, and wealth management. He is recognized for his ability to navigate market trends and regulatory changes within the digital finance and technology industries. Sharma is regularly invited to speak at industry events and global forums, where he addresses topics such as entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and financial inclusion.

He is also the founder and CEO of One97 Communications Ltd., India's leading mobile-internet company. It offers digital goods & services to mobile consumers under Paytm brand.

Sharma has received several awards and has been featured in publications such as Time magazine’s "100 Most Influential People" and Forbes’ "Global Game Changers." He has appeared at international conferences and on media platforms to discuss digital finance, technology scaling in emerging markets, and the challenges of regulatory compliance. Sharma is also known for addressing the obstacles faced in fostering innovation within a rapidly changing industry.

Through his work at Paytm and his advocacy for digital empowerment, Sharma is regarded as a prominent figure in the global business and fintech communities. His experience highlights the importance of resilience, adaptability, and the use of technology to drive societal change.