Cleartrip Appoints Anuj Rathi as Chief Business and Growth Officer

Bengaluru, June 2024: Cleartrip, a Flipkart Company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Anuj Rathi as the Chief Business and Growth Officer. With an extensive background in business strategy, product development, and growth initiatives, Anuj brings a wealth of experience to drive Cleartrip's mission of providing seamless travel experiences to customers.

Anuj Rathi has a distinguished career spanning two decades, with significant leadership roles in prominent tech and e-commerce companies. In his previous roles, Anuj served as the Chief Product & Marketing Officer at Jupiter Money. He was also instrumental in leading growth marketing, product management, customer lifecycle management, merchandising, 3P monetisation, design solutions, financial services, and partnerships at Swiggy. At Swiggy, he served as the Senior Vice President of Central Revenue and Growth where the team was pivotal in driving traffic and building innovative growth levers across multiple categories at Swiggy. 

In his new role,  Anuj will provide leadership to Cleartrip with the specific charter of overseeing business development, market expansion, and strategic partnerships, focusing on accelerating Cleartrip’s growth trajectory. 

Ajay Veer Yadav, Senior Vice President, Flipkart stated, "We are thrilled to welcome Anuj Rathi to the Cleartrip family. His deep understanding of e-commerce and ability to drive growth across categories will be invaluable as we continue to innovate for our customers. Anuj’s role will be crucial in strengthening customer experience at every touch-point and expanding Cleartrip’s operations. His appointment underscores our commitment to attracting top talent to drive our business forward."

Anuj Rathi expressed his enthusiasm about joining Cleartrip, stating, "As India’s travel boom continues, we see a tremendous opportunity to continue and strengthen our customer-centric offerings. I am thrilled to come on board during this pivotal juncture. The travel industry is evolving rapidly, and I look forward to working with the talented team at Cleartrip to create exceptional travel experiences and drive sustainable growth."

As an industry veteran, Anuj’s strategic insights and leadership understanding will be crucial in navigating Cleartrip through the dynamic travel market landscape.

Cleartrip appoints Ganesh Ramaswamy as Chief Product and Technology Officer

Ganesh Ramaswamy will be responsible for driving tech and product innovation for the company.

Bengaluru, 26 June 2023: In a bid to scale its product offerings through technology, Cleartrip, a Flipkart company, announced the onboarding of Ganesh Ramaswamy as the Chief Product and Technology Officer. In his new role, Ganesh will spearhead the company's product vision, strategy, and technology platform to accelerate innovation and help propel Cleartrip’s growth in the ever-evolving travel industry.

Speaking on the appointment, Ayyappan R. CEO, of Cleartrip, said, “As we continue to scale our operations, we are pleased to welcome Ganesh Ramaswamy, a valued industry veteran, to our tribe. He shares Cleartrip’s commitment and obsession for enhanced customer experience and digital innovation. We are confident that his expertise in tech-led business development will add immense value to Cleartrip’s growth journey, enabling us to stay ahead of the curve."

Speaking about his appointment, Ganesh Ramaswamy, CPTO, Cleartrip added, “Over the years, Cleatrip has continued to disrupt the OTA space with its unmatched customer experiences, new-age product offerings, and innovation-led solutions. As more travelers lean towards seeking personalized and unique experiences, Cleartrip is uniquely poised to use its deep tech, industry expertise and customer-first approach to disrupt this space. I am excited to be part of this remarkable journey and I look forward to furthering Cleartrip’s vision, working collectively with the team to deliver superior products and great customer value”.

Ganesh is a seasoned professional who joins Cleartrip from Flipkart, where he spent 4 years shaping the product and engineering charter in the Supply Chain Fulfillment and Services group. In the past, he had a successful tenure at Yahoo, leading teams in advertisement systems and data systems. Following that, he joined GwynnieBee/Caastle, a prominent clothing-as-a-service startup, where he led teams in data platforms and user retention. He also served as the Head of Product and Engineering at Qikwell, a healthcare startup that was later acquired by Practo. During his tenure, Ganesh played a pivotal role in driving the adoption of Qikwell, expanding its reach to over 250 hospitals across India.

About Cleartrip

Launched in July 2006, Cleartrip Pvt Ltd., a Flipkart company, has emerged as India’s fastest-growing online travel technology company. In April 2021, Flipkart acquired 100% of Cleartrip’s shareholding, and subsequently, Adani Enterprises acquired a significant minority stake in Cleartrip in October 2021. With an aggressive plan to emerge as a leading innovator in the industry, Cleartrip is on its way to building a differentiated value proposition for its customers looking for end-to-end travel solutions. With industry-first offerings such as ‘CT Flexmax, CT Flex, and CT Upgrade’, Cleartrip has a clear vision to disrupt the OTA segment. Combining intuitive products with a customer-centric approach and a wide selection of flights and hotels, Cleartrip brings a unique selling point to the market, offering its customers convenience, choice, competitive prices, and exclusive content.