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Book Launch Announcement

The bank announced the launch of a book titled "When Organisations Win – Governance, Trust and the Values of Equitas Small Finance Bank". The book explores organizational governance, trust-building, and values in creating sustainable organizations.

Book Content and Approach

The book is authored by Dr CA Sangeeta Shankaran Sumesh, who is described as a CFO, business and leadership coach, author, speaker and Independent Director with over three decades of professional experience. It examines Equitas' governance journey through conversations with P N Vasudevan, Managing Director & CEO of Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited.

The publication moves beyond governance as mere rules, regulations and compliance requirements, instead exploring governance as "thinking, behaving and making choices" during difficult decisions, competing priorities and evolving risks.

Frames Approach to Governance

The book introduces the "Frames Approach to Governance" where Equitas examines governance through multiple frames. This approach encourages organizations to identify different governance frames and develop corresponding action plans, creating a dynamic governance model.

Specific governance frames explored include:

  • Board-management alignment
  • Sensitivity to regulatory signals
  • Communication with the RBI
  • Learning from others' mistakes
  • Customer-centric governance
  • Business model considerations
  • Credit risk management
  • Technology governance
  • Operational controls
  • Investor relationships
  • Ethical leadership
  • Societal impact

Organizational Journey Coverage

The book traces Equitas' evolution from its early days as a microfinance institution to its current status as a Small Finance Bank, highlighting how governance considerations influenced business decisions throughout this transformation.

Executive Commentary

P N Vasudevan, Managing Director & CEO, stated: "Governance is not a destination. It is a continuous journey. As an organisation evolves, its governance framework also needs to evolve. The Frames approach has helped us look at governance from multiple frames and continuously challenge ourselves to do better. We hope to keep evolving our governance model in tune with the changing times."

Dr CA Sangeeta Shankaran Sumesh, Author, commented on her motivation: "My journey with Equitas began with curiosity. Small experiences made me wonder about the governance philosophy behind the organisation. When Equitas invited me to write this book, I saw an opportunity to explore that curiosity more deeply through conversations with Mr Vasudevan and by understanding the Bank's governance journey."

Publication Details

Author: Dr CA Sangeeta Shankaran Sumesh

Publisher: Notion Press

ISBN-13: 979-8906739780

Launch Date: September 7, 2026

Target Audience

The book is intended for business leaders, Board members, Independent Directors, bankers, investors, students, aspiring leaders, and anyone interested in understanding corporate governance beyond compliance requirements.

Company Background

Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited is described as one of the largest small finance banks in India, offering products and services tailored to individuals with limited access to formal financing channels, affluent and mass affluent customers, Small & Medium Enterprises (SMEs), and corporates. The bank's strategy focuses on providing credit to unbanked and underbanked micro and small entrepreneurs, developing products for the 'bottom of the pyramid' segment, fueled by granular deposits and 'value for money' banking relationships.

Financial Impact

Financial impact not quantified in the disclosure. The announcement represents a corporate communication initiative rather than a material financial event.