Nayan Behal

Nayan Behal is a seasoned general manager with a diverse background working with venture-backed startups and global brands across various industries such as retail, travel, healthcare, B2B/consumer payments, lending, fintech, and commerce.

His expertise lies in commercialization, go-to-market strategies, strategic finance, growth strategy, P&L management, credit risk assessment, M&A, strategic partnerships, loyalty/retention marketing, customer acquisition, and corporate/business development.

Nayan holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business, a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration - Corporate Finance from the University of Southern California, and has also studied at Saint Louis Abbey/Saint Louis Priory School.

He has held key leadership roles in prestigious organizations including Managing Director and Country Head at Pliant, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & GM at Nitra, Senior Vice President at Citi, Director at American Express, Senior Manager at Target, and various other significant positions at renowned companies.

His professional journey includes experiences in roles like enterprise strategic partnerships, travel strategy, consumer lending, business operations, marketing strategy, and more, showcasing a well-rounded skill set and a strong track record of success.

Nayan Behal's career exemplifies a commitment to excellence, innovation, and driving impactful business outcomes through strategic decision-making and a deep understanding of market dynamics and customer engagement.

With a relentless passion for building businesses and enhancing customer experiences, Nayan has become a trusted leader in the realm of business development, partnerships, and overall corporate strategy.