New CFO Begins December 1 with Over Two Decades of Experience
Online fashion retailer Myntra has appointed Kannan Ganesan as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective December 1, according to people familiar with the matter. Ganesan brings more than 20 years of leadership in finance roles across the consumer goods and e-commerce industries, known for navigating complex, fast-moving businesses with strategic rigor.
Outgoing CFO Abhishek Gupta Pursues New Opportunities
The move follows the decision by the current CFO, Abhishek Gupta, who has completed four years at Myntra and seven years within the broader Flipkart Group. Gupta will depart to pursue external opportunities, the sources said.
Myntra Strengthens Financial Leadership Amid Growth Phase
Myntra’s selection of Ganesan comes at a time when the company is intensifying its focus on expansion, profitability, and cash-flow management. With Ganesan’s background in consumer-facing digital businesses, Myntra aims to sharpen its financial strategy as it navigates competitive pressures, profitability targets, and scaling across India’s fashion e-commerce segment.
Ganesan’s Track Record and Strategic Fit
Ganesan’s career spans senior finance roles in dynamic companies where he demonstrated strong ownership, strategic clarity and operational execution. His experience aligns with Myntra’s evolving priorities: aligning financial controls, enabling strategic investments in technology and supply chain, and supporting growth in a hybrid online/offline environment.
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