Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder and CEO of One97 Communications, transformed a startup launched in 2000 into Paytm, one of India’s most influential digital payments platforms. A visionary entrepreneur, he pioneered innovations that made Paytm the first digital wallet to secure licenses across banking, stockbroking, and insurance services. Under his leadership, the company attracted a landmark investment from Berkshire Hathaway and achieved a record-breaking IPO in 2021. Today, Paytm serves hundreds of millions of consumers and merchants, playing a key role in India’s digital economy. Recognized as a Technology Icon, Sharma continues to drive innovation in digital finance and financial inclusion.
