About
Seasoned business leader | Startup investor | Healthcare & consumer sector specialist | GTM + Scale-up Expert
With 25+ years across global brands (Sanofi, GSK, Medela) and disruptive startups, I bring a unique intersection of corporate rigour and founder agility. From building Medela India from scratch to advising 2000+ ventures via Shark Tank India, I’ve led businesses across zero-to-one and scale-up phases—focusing on category creation, P\&L ownership, and GTM innovation.
🔹 Founded HealthArk – a B2B medtech trading firm representing global brands
🔹 Country Director – Medela: Built ₹50Cr+ breast pump business in India from ground up
🔹 Strategy & investment evaluator – Shark Tank India (Seasons 2, 3 & 4)
🔹 Mentor & advisor to early-stage founders on fundraising, market entry, and growth strategy
🔹 Angel investor with deep interest in eldercare, femtech, and digital health
🔹 Ex-officio at IIHMR University – bridging industry and academia
🔹Venture Scout with several US funds - supporting fund raising for early stage startups
I thrive at the confluence of mission-driven ventures, capital allocation, and high-trust relationships
Let’s connect if you’re building in health, wellness, or emerging India.
Experience
full time Country Manager Medela AG, India 10/08-06/16
