AU Small Finance Bank has announced the appointment of Dhavan Shah as its new Head of Commercial Banking, further strengthening its leadership team as it expands its presence in India’s financial sector.
Bringing over three decades of experience in the Indian banking industry, Shah is widely recognized for his strategic acumen and in-depth understanding of SME and commercial banking. Prior to this role, he served as Country Head – SME Banking at Yes Bank, where he played a pivotal role in scaling SME operations and driving sustainable business growth.
According to an official statement from Yes Bank, Shah resigned on April 2, 2025, with his departure becoming effective on April 22, 2025, to pursue new professional goals.
His transition to AU Small Finance Bank marks a significant step in the bank’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its commercial banking capabilities. Shah’s extensive industry experience is expected to contribute meaningfully to the bank’s strategy, innovation and customer-centric growth in the commercial banking space.
