Aananth Solaiyappan, a technologist with a zeal for design-led innovation, has a track record of building, scaling, and monetizing products in diverse markets spanning from North America to South Korea. With a knack for leadership, Aananth takes pride in assembling high-performing teams while prioritizing authentic personal growth.
Currently serving as the Co-founder & Chief Executive Officer at SquareShift, he drives the strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the company. SquareShift, a technology firm operating in the USA, Singapore, and India, is dedicated to providing groundbreaking solutions in Cybersecurity, Cloud, Data, and Digital realms. The company collaborates with a wide range of clients, from VC-backed startups to Fortune 100 companies, assisting them in embracing cloud technologies confidently through a blend of innovation, leadership, and technology expertise.
Prior to his role at SquareShift, Aananth held the position of Founder CTO at two successful fintech startups, WeInvest and WeLab, the latter being a unicorn boasting 42 million users and raising USD 160 million. Additionally, he spearheaded the mobile banking division at Standard Chartered Bank, playing a pivotal role in developing and launching Breeze, an acclaimed mobile banking suite implemented across the bank’s top 10 markets.
Aananth’s expertise spans a wide array of areas including cloud adoption strategy, product development, cybersecurity strategy, delivery & management, leadership development, and coaching. He thrives on engaging with new individuals and welcoming fresh perspectives. Whether discussing cloud adoption, observability, cybersecurity, or planning a hike to Mt. Kilimanjaro, Aananth remains open to meaningful conversations and enriching exchanges.
Driven by a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence, Aananth Solaiyappan continues to make a mark in the technology industry through his visionary leadership, strategic acumen, and dedication to fostering impactful solutions that drive businesses forward.