Dr G Ramesh Kumar
Dr G Ramesh Kumar is an Indian CXO and Global MSME & BFSI Strategist based in Mumbai. He has over 25 years of leadership experience in MSME enablement, financial inclusion, gold loans, capital markets, and financial services. He is known for his work in building MSME ecosystems and advising on policy and transformation initiatives.
Education
Dr G Ramesh Kumar completed the Strategic Management Programme at IIM Ahmedabad. He holds an MBA in Marketing and Finance from SIES College of Management Studies, Mumbai, and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Mumbai.
Career
Dr G Ramesh Kumar has over 25 years of leadership experience across BFSI, MSME enablement, gold loans, capital markets, and financial inclusion. He has delivered more than 10,000 keynote sessions impacting over 100,000 MSMEs and startups. He has held senior leadership roles including Chairman of Entrepreneurs Connect Bharat, Director General of MSME Bharat Manch, Chief Business Officer at Pcred Venture Private Limited, and Executive Director at Insurath.
His previous roles include Vice President and Business Head at RupeeBoss Financial Services Pvt. Ltd., Chief Business Officer at Mangal Credit & Fincorp Ltd., and Vice President at Muthoot Fincorp Ltd. He began his career with Indiabulls Group and has held various leadership positions in capital markets and retail lending.
Dr G Ramesh Kumar is recognized for his expertise in MSME financing, government schemes, policy advisory, and ecosystem partnerships involving banks, NBFCs, government bodies, and industry organizations.
Board, Advisory & Professional Memberships
- Member – Institute of Directors (IOD)
- Hon. Director General – All India MSME Association
- Advisor – Startups, MSMEs, FinTechs & Policy Platforms
- Member – Enqube Collaboration
- Vice Chairman – Finance, MSME & Startup Accelerator Forum
- Vice Chairman – Public Grievances (International), National Council of News & Broadcasting
- Strategic Mentor – Mojosh live (REX Karmaveer Global MSME Fellowship)
- Advisory Board Member – SIES School of Business Studies, Nerul, Navi Mumbai
- Advisory Board Member – Lumen Business Network for Global MSMEs
Awards and Recognition
- REX Karmaveer Global Chakra Award – Bronze (2019) & Silver (2025)
- Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) – Global Human Peace University (2020)
- Indian Achievers Award – Promising MSME Leader (2020)
- International Excellence Award – Book of World Records (2021)
- Rashtriya Udyog Ratan Award (2020)
- Paul Harris Fellow – Rotary International (2011)
- SIES Alumni Distinguished Award (2026)
- Recommended by Dr. R. A. Mashelkar for Padma Shri Award consideration for contributions to MSME development and social impact
Personal Life
Dr G Ramesh Kumar is married to Ms. Shyne Ramesh, a lecturer at Swami Vivekanand Jr. College, Chembur, Mumbai. They have two daughters: Ms. Sharanya Ramesh, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai, and Ms. Lavanya Ramesh, studying in Class 7 at Swami Vivekanand High School, Chembur. He was born in Mumbai and has family roots in Kollam, Kerala. He speaks English, Hindi, Marathi, and Malayalam.
External Links
- LinkedIn – @geerkay27
- Corporate Video of Yurja – Business Model by Dr G Ramesh Kumar
- Testimonial from Dr. Nidhi Kumar, Senior Journalist
- Short AV about Dr G Ramesh Kumar
- World MSME Day 2026 Interview
- CEO India Magazine Coverage
- Media Coverage on Business Model
- Entrepreneurial Journey Coverage
- Hello Mumbai Edition Coverage
- Recommendation Letter by Dr. R. A. Mashelkar
- Award Citations & Accolades
- Corporate Experience & Contributions
- Education Certificates
- Professional Affiliations