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Ayekart, a digital infrastructure firm, has announced the appointment of Sumit Aggarwal as Head – International Markets. He will be based in Singapore.
In this role, Sumit will focus on preparing Ayekart for global expansion by building cross-border trade systems and forging partnerships with international banks and financial institutions. He will help set up the financial and operational structures needed to support the company’s long-term overseas growth and enable connected agri-food supply chains, the company said in a press statement.
Commenting on the appointment, Debarshi Dutta, CEO and Co-Founder of Ayekart, said that as the company enters its next growth phase, strengthening leadership is essential for sustainable scaling across markets. He added that international expansion requires strong financial frameworks, a deep understanding of global trade, and close collaboration with global institutions. With nearly three decades of experience in banking and trade finance, Sumit brings the right expertise to build these capabilities and support Ayekart’s expansion beyond India.
Sharing his thoughts on joining Ayekart, Sumit Aggarwal said he is excited to be part of a company that combines technology, finance, and on-ground execution to create stronger supply chains. He added that his focus will be on developing secure, compliant, and scalable cross-border systems, while working closely with global banking partners to support Ayekart’s long-term goals.
Sumit has more than 35 years of experience in banking, with strong expertise in trade finance, supply chain finance, and cash management. He has handled businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, working with multinational companies and complex global supply chains.
Most recently, he was President and Business Head at Jana Small Finance Bank. Earlier, he served as Group Head – Transaction Banking Services at Emirates National Bank of Dubai (ENBD), where he led transaction banking and trade finance operations across regions. He has also held senior leadership roles at Standard Chartered Bank earlier in his career.