Kunal Shah
Founder Profile: Kunal Shah is an Indian entrepreneur known for co-founding FreeCharge, a popular digital payments platform. Born on March 19, 1983, in Mumbai, India, Shah graduated with a degree in Philosophy from Wilson College, Mumbai. His entrepreneurial journey began when he founded FreeCharge in 2010, aiming to revolutionize the way people recharge their mobile phones and pay bills online. Entrepreneur Journey: Shah’s entrepreneurial journey is marked by his bold vision and relentless pursuit of innovation in the fintech industry. FreeCharge quickly gained traction among users with its revolutionary cashback offers and seamless payment experience. Shah’s ability to anticipate market trends and adapt to changing consumer preferences helped FreeCharge become one of India’s leading digital payment platforms. Despite facing stiff competition and market challenges, Shah remained undeterred in his quest to disrupt the traditional payment landscape. His strategic partnerships, innovative marketing campaigns, and customer-centric approach cemented FreeCharge’s position as a market leader in the digital payments space. Current Stage: In 2015, FreeCharge was acquired by Snapdeal in one of the largest e-commerce deals in India’s history. Following the acquisition, Shah continued to lead FreeCharge as CEO, focusing on further expanding its offerings and user base. In 2017, he stepped down as CEO to pursue new entrepreneurial ventures, including the founding of CRED, a high-reward credit card payment platform. Kunal Shah once famously remarked, “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.”
