1:1 Fintech call

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Hi - I am Gaurav Sachdeva, a fintech strategist with over 20 years of experience in banking, payments, and digital transformation. As a former Mastercard leader, I built and scaled $100M+ businesses and helped grow the acquiring revenue portfolio to $250M.

I am also the Chair of the MENA Fintech Association Qatar Chapter, where I work closely with startups, investors, and regulators to drive fintech innovation in the region. Over the years, I have mentored more than 60 fintech startups globally and launched two digital banks from the ground up.

Here’s how I can help you:

• Validate and refine your business idea to align with market needs.

• Create actionable strategies to scale your startup and enter new markets.

• Build partnerships with banks, regulators, and technology providers.

My results:

• Helped a fintech in Qatar secure a BNPL license.

• Coached 14 fintech startups in the QDB incubator from idea to MVP.

• Guided multiple fintech startups in MENA and Asia to grow and scale successfully.

If you are a fintech founder feeling stuck or seeking clarity, book a 60-minute solutioning call. Let’s tackle your biggest challenge and create a clear plan to move forward.

What others say about working with me:

1. Mohsin Termezy, Founder @ Finclude

“Gaurav is a true coach to learn from. He would probe you with the right questions backed with experience from the local ecosystem. He is always eager to make intros and referrals.”

2. Farook Safarudheen, Co-Founder & CEO @ Spendwisor

“Working with Gaurav as my consultant to build my BNPL business was an outstanding experience. His deep understanding of the Qatar market, combined with his expertise from Mastercard, brought invaluable insights into product design, market dynamics, and regulatory requirements. Gaurav’s strategic approach and technical proficiency ensured a seamless journey from concept to market entry, setting a strong foundation for success.”

3. Keyur Kumbhare, Founder @ Growedin

“Gaurav has been in the industry for close to 2 decades now and almost a full decade just being in FinTech. In addition to branding and fundraising, he deeply understands the mindset and goals of people in the industry at all levels. When you work with him, you not only get a single serve of expertise, but a whole platter served alongside his extensive experience.”

4. Qasim Bhatti, Founder @ Finrock

“Working with Gaurav has been invaluable. His OKR expertise and overall vision have been transformative. We look forward to continuing this collaboration and engaging further to drive even greater impact together.”

If you are a fintech founder feeling stuck or seeking clarity, book a 60-minute solutioning call. Let’s tackle your biggest challenge and create a clear plan to move forward.