Robocash names new Asia-Pacific director
Robocash Group has named Kirill Kalashnikov (pictured) as the group’s regional director for Asia-Pacific (APAC).
Kalashnikov was previously country manager for Robocash’s Philippines operations.
His appointment comes as the global peer-to-peer lending brand seeks to ramp up its lending activity in Asian markets including the Philippines.
Robocash Group has predicted that the Philippine fintech market will be worth $44bn (£36.4bn) by 2024.
In his new role, Kalashnikov will promote AI-powered alternative lending in the Philippines, and will pitch alternative lending services as an effective means to curb income inequality.
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Kalashnikov joined Robocash Group in 2021 as country manager of Digido – the group’s Philippines business.
Digido’s operations manager Farit Shakirov assumed the position of country manager following Kalashnikov’s promotion.
“I am pleased to announce the appointment of Kirill Kalashnikov and Farit Shakirov in their new roles as regional director for APAC and country manager, respectively,” said Robocash Group chief executive Natalya Ischenko.
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“Kirill brings much-needed expertise as we look to prioritize growing our business in Southeast Asia. The group is confident that we will continue to deliver strong results and serve our customers with best-in-class services.
“Farit will ensure proper continuity in Digido’s operations, which we intend to scale up as more Filipinos continue to embrace fintech and make it part of their everyday life.”
Kalashnikov added: “I am excited in assuming this new role at Robocash Group, which continues to be a leading voice in alternative lending and marketplace funding across markets.
“Our mission of financial inclusion in APAC is a top priority and I am eager to support the leadership team and make sure the group’s customers and investors are well-served.”
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