Mumbai,29th September 2026: CRIF Credit Information Services Private Limited (Formerly CRIF High Mark Credit Information Services Private Limited) today announced the appointment of Suresh Venkatesan as Whole-time Director & Chief Executive Officer. Suresh Venkatesan will lead CRIF CIC’s business and strategic priorities, drawing on more than three decades of experience across credit, risk, data, regulatory reporting and business transformation.
A distinguished leader in banking and financial services, Suresh Venkatesan brings extensive expertise across corporate, commercial, SME, and retail banking. Throughout his career, he has been committed to fostering trusted, inclusive, and sustainable financial ecosystems, with a strong focus on advancing financial inclusion for farmers, MSMEs, and underserved communities. His efforts have consistently supported broader economic development and long-term financial empowerment. Suresh has held senior leadership positions at leading global financial institutions and consulting firms, including GT, EY and some of the leading Indian & foreign banks including Standard Chartered & HSBC.
Commenting on the appointment, Sachin Seth, Chairman, CRIF Credit Information Services Private Limited, said, “We are delighted to welcome Suresh Venkatesan as Whole-time Director and CEO of CRIF CIC. Suresh brings a unique combination of deep banking expertise, technology-led transformation experience and a strong understanding of India’s evolving financial ecosystem. His proven ability to build responsible, data-driven and inclusive financial solutions will be invaluable as CRIF CIC strengthens its support for financial institutions and businesses. We look forward to his leadership as we advance our commitment to innovation, trust and sustainable growth.”
Reflecting on his new role, Suresh Venkatesan, Whole-time Director & CEO, CRIF Credit Information Services Private Limited, said,“ I am happy to take on the responsibility of leading CRIF at a time when data, analytics and technology are playing an increasingly important role in shaping the financial services landscape. CRIF has built a strong foundation of trust and innovation, and I look forward to working with colleagues and stakeholders to deepen our partnerships, deliver meaningful solutions and expand responsible access to financial services. Our focus will remain on generating sustainable value for clients while contributing to a more inclusive and resilient financial ecosystem.”
About CRIF:
CRIF Credit Information Services Private Limited formerly known as “CRIF High Mark “is one of the leading Credit Information Company (CIC) licensed by the Reserve Bank of India under the Credit Information Companies (Regulation) Act, 2005. Established in March 2011, the company plays a critical role in strengthening India’s credit ecosystem by promoting responsible lending, financial inclusion, and informed decision‑making.
CRIF High Mark delivers comprehensive credit information and analytics solutions to banks, financial institutions, NBFCs, housing finance and microfinance institutions, insurance companies, as well as MSMEs, corporates, and individual consumers. Its offerings are designed to enhance access to credit for underserved and previously excluded segments, while ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and data governance standards.
