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American Express India Appoints Sanjay Khanna as CEO In his previous roles Khanna held many leadership positions in the company including head of global financial operations, India center lead for finance and chairman of the American Express India Pvt Limited (AEIPL) Legal Entity Board

By Shrabona Ghosh

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American Express Banking Corp. (AEBC) appointed Sanjay Khanna as the chief executive officer (CEO) and country manager.

Sanjay Khanna heads the country's executive team and is responsible for driving growth across the organization's consumer and commercial businesses. In his new role, he will also spearhead several strategic and business development initiatives for the company while steering smooth collaboration across its diverse businesses in India. His position will be key to advancing and strengthening the company's strategic focus in India.

"I am pleased to welcome Sanjay to this new role. With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Sanjay has exceptional credentials of delivering strong results coupled with a natural knack for leading from the front. We are confident that his commitment to excel in everything he does, his strong values and work ethics will further the brand's leadership in the Indian market," said Rob McClean, executive vice president, International Card Services, American Express.

"India is undoubtedly one of the fastest growing economies of the world, characterized by its ever-expanding consumer base, evolving lifestyle and spending needs. As a premium payment solution brand, American Express has a definitive competitive edge in providing high-quality service. My role will be to further enhance the quality and service culture through premium products, service and solutions to meet the ever-growing needs of the affluent population in India. I am extremely happy to take on this new role with American Express," said Sanjay Khanna, CEO, American Express.

In his previous roles Khanna held many leadership positions in the company including head of global financial operations, India center lead for finance and chairman of the American Express India Pvt Limited (AEIPL) Legal Entity Board. He has also led large-scale enterprise projects, multiple business transformation initiatives and established a number of centers of excellence.

Shrabona Ghosh

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A journalist with a cosmopolitan mindset. I lead a project called 'Corporate Innovations' wherein I cover corporates across verticals and try to tell stories on innovations. Apart from this, I write industry pieces on FMCGs, auto, aviation, 5G and defense. 
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