Speakers

Sudhir is responsible for Veeva’s commercial suite of solutions across the Asia Pacific. The market spans Australia, South East Asia, Korea and India. Additionally, Sudhir is also the Regional Manager for South East Asia & India and is responsible for customer success in the region. Sudhir has over 16 years experience working in the Enterprise Software and Pharmaceutical Industry. Prior to setting up Veeva India’s operations in January 2015, Sudhir worked at Oracle Health Sciences Global Business Unit in Mumbai. In this role he was responsible for enabling pharma companies to adopt strategies and solutions to manage clinical trials, clinical operations, pharmacovigilance and safety. Sudhir also launched strategic initiatives at Dr.Reddy’s, leading large scale field sales deployment projects with one of the earliest technology led Sales Force automation projects in 2001. Sudhir has held roles in Consulting, Sales, Business Development and Alliances with SAS India, IBM Software and IBM GBS. Sudhir holds an MBA from North Maharashtra University.

27 Years’ experience in Pharmaceutical Industry with proven track record for Driving Profitable Business and Business Turnarounds across diversified portfolios Hospital Care/Oncology/Respiratory/Cardiology/Renal & Metabolic Multifaceted experience in working with international and global teams in launching and shaping brands across life cycle, managing large diverse teams and P&L

MS, Mch-Urology, DNB-Urology, FRCS-Urology (London). An alumnus from LTM Medical college and General Hospital, Mumbai. Consultant at Excel Urology Centre, Zen Speciality Hospital, Sushrut Hospital – Chembur, Sushrusha hospital – Dadar, Apollo Hospital-CBD, Navi Mumbai . Director-Urology IMMAST- Institute of Medicine and Minimal access Surgical Training , Worli. Past President Mumbai Urological Society Past President Urological Society of India- West Zone Past President – IMA-Chembur Rotarian – Rotary club of Bombay-Chembur-West Chairman- The Tuning Folks formed in 2012

Anirban Dutta Chowdhury is currently Director Digital Marketing Operations at MSD & heads Global Content Operations A Pharmaceutical Technologist and MBA by qualification, Anirban is a seasoned professional with more than two decades of experience spanning Sales & Marketing across diverse fields – Formulation & Diagnostics, acute & chronic therapies, research products as well as Branded generics. As part of MSD’s Digital Transformation initiative, he has led several key initiatives in the AP region including establishment of MarCom CoE, launch of Physician portal, deployment of Veeva CRM capabilities and launching Marketing Automation In his current role, Anirban is responsible for Scaling of Content MarTech, Automation & Process improvement solutions across markets & Franchise, and Driving Value Realization through a mix of improved Way of Working, skill development & Change Management initiatives Anirban’s special interest lies in understanding human landscape implementation barriers to change and applying concepts of Strategy Realization Framework in driving transformational initiatives

An innovative and creative marketing leader with over 23 years of experience delivering exceptional marketing campaigns in the B2B and B2C space, Arpita Bhawal heads marketing and branding in RRD GO Creative™ for APAC and EMEA. She has worked across various industries including Manufacturing, IT, Retail, Pharma, and Professional Services in different leadership and creative roles spanning advertising, communications, marketing and employer branding. In her second stint at RRD, Arpita focuses on sales enablement, digital marketing, and brand management.

Doctor by academia with 12+ yrs of experience in health care industry. Spent 7+ years in medical affairs working on strategy and KOL advocacy for diabetes, rheumatology and bone health. 4+ years in driving compliance program for pharma and med devices. Passionate about creating a culture of trust and transparency within the organization. Motivated by coaching, I am a mentor to many budding talents in the industry.

Kailash has diversified experience of more than 22 years in Pharma, Med Tech, Nutrition and Oncology space. During his career he has done leadership roles in Sales, Marketing, Training and commercial excellence in India, APAC and Global Emerging markets. He has been associated with leading MNCs like Abbott, Novartis and Baxter and currently he is Customer Engagement and Business Intelligence Director for Global emerging markets in GSK and leading the strategy and execution of GSK’s Omnichannel Vision within emerging markets.

Dr Pankaj Gupta is the Chief Scientific Officer at Novartis India. He leads the Medical Affairs, Clinical research physicians and Medical Information team there. As a member of the Novartis Pharma Executive Committee, he is the voice of Clinicians, patients and healthcare systems in the leadership discussions that helps Novartis drive its purpose of reimagining medicines and improving and extending lives of millions of patients in India. Prior to Novartis, he was in the medical leadership team of Pfizer India and also has significant experience in Public Health administration and clinical practice. Dr Pankaj holds a MBBS and MD degree from Grant Medical College, Mumbai and Seth GS Medical College, Mumbai, respectively. He has a Fellowship in Clinical Sciences and has completed his management training from XLRI Jamshedpur. Dr Gupta is personally passionate about transforming clinical practise for better patient access and outcomes that he strives to achieve through his extensive experience in Strategic Medical Affairs, Clinical Research, Integrated Evidence generation, Market access and Healthcare systems partnerships.

Praful is among the most awarded healthcare advertising folks globally since 2015 with close to 50 shortlists and over 20 awards including a Grand Prix at the leading awards like the Cannes Lions Health, Clio, Global, LIA, and Spikes. As one of the few creatively renowned professionals that has worked as a client, last at Pfizer, Praful demonstrates how creativity and effectiveness work together to brings alive big ideas that use technology and work across media. He’s led Medulla to win a host of leading advertising awards and accolades globally including the Healthcare Agency of the Year at Cannes Lions, #4 Most Effective Independent Agency by Effies, #4 Most Effective Specialist Agency by WARC, World’s Leading Independent Agencies – the only healthcare specialist agency globally to achieve most of these accolades.

Medically qualified professional working in the pharmaceutical companies and experienced in different areas such as development of new products, launching new products, registration of drug products.

Dr. Rohit Ghatule is currently the Country Medical Director-India region, Global Medical and Scientific Affairs, Merck Sharp & Dohme. He has been in that role since Jun of 2021 and serves as the leader of the medical affairs organization. A pharmaceutical physician, Rohit joined MSD in 2020, as Oncology Medical Director. He has more than a decade of experience in role of increasing responsibility. Previously he has held leadership role in multi-nationals like Novartis, Roche & Eisai working in various therapy areas with keen interest in Oncology. He has led & developed the medical affairs team (HO & Field Based), led clinical development of multiple pipeline molecules, and managed the selection & conduct of global and local clinical trials. At MSD Rohit has led & supported the regulatory approvals and commitments for various new and existing products in India region. He represents Medical Affairs in the Country Leadership Team and in cross-functional collaborations with other Research & Development functions. Rohit completed his MBBS from Grant Medical College, Mumbai, India in 2008; M.D. from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India in 2013 and subsequently also completed Management in Health & Basics of Health Economics. He has authored several articles in international & national peer-reviewed journals as well as supported numerous reports and white papers.

Dr Shrutti Dhar is currently leading a team of highly motivated, innovative and passionate individuals with a vision to improve stroke outcome, save lives and reduce long-term disability so often caused by Acute Stroke at Boehringer Ingelheim. Dr Shrutti was previously Partner at Roche global office ( Basel) with focus on the NEUROLOGY/ Rare Conditions portfolio. In this role she brought her expertise in shaping the Rare Conditions ecosystem and was leading various innovative public – private initiatives to strengthen India’s Rare Conditions public health systems by developing skills and helping shape public policy which helps facilitate the Patient and Market access pathway for bringing exciting Rare conditions medicine to clinical practice. Shrutti was also previously a member of the Pfizer Innovative Health leadership where she led the cross functional team and Marketing of Haematology and ORPHAN drugs with responsibility of portfolio P&L. Before this role, she was the Country Medical lead for Rare and Cardiovascular portfolio with Pfizer India. She has worked on projects across Emerging and Developed Markets and is currently also serving as an honorary advisor to leading AI firm at CellStrat.

Value driven business leader with two decades of experience in Healthcare Sector spanning across Pharmaceuticals, Devices and Business Consulting. Passionate about building diverse winning teams and creating strategies that drive access of Innovative medicine to deserving patients. Loves to spend time with family, traveling and reading.

Currently heading marketing in women’s health. Purpose driven & Goal oriented pharmaceutical marketing champion with a credible track record of conceptualizing, developing, and delivering marketing strategies & plans. Building brand integrity & vision along with a rich and diverse exposure to new product launches & sales management This experience pans out in companies ,namely, Bayer, Allegan, Baxter and Eli Lilly across specialties. Passionate about life, learning and making an impact to others. Loves nature, traveling and painting.

A university gold medalist in Diabetology from BYL Nair hospital, Mumbai, practicing since 21 years & HOD of Diabetes clinic: Jupiter hospital, Thane. An under-graduate & post-graduate teacher and examiner in medicine/diabetology/MRCP. Course director of Diabetes educator course. An author of various chapters, articles & abstracts in national & international journals.

• Consultant Pediatrician – 30 years • Neonatologist – 30 years • Principal Investigator, ISSAC since 1996 • Faculty at National and State Academics • National Trainer for CIAP Action Plans • Publications in Indian and International Journals • Editor of Newsletters in Mumbai • Contributed to Epidemiology of Asthma and Allergy in Children for PCNA.1998 • 1000+ citations on articles • Immunize India, IAP TV, Digital Courses, VAANI • Organizing Secretary, PEDICON, 2019 • Chief National Convener, Action Plan, 2018-19 • Academic Affairs, CIAP, 2016-17 • Executive Board, CIAP,2015 • President, Mumbai IAP, 2014-15 • Organizing Chairman, MAHAPEDICON, 2014 • EB Member, Mumbai IAP, 2012 • Joint Secretary, MBIAP,2011 • Vice President, IMA Chembur, 2001 • 250+ CMEs, Adboards, RTCs, Keypads, etc.

Performance-driven professional with ~24 years of rich & extensive experience in Strategic Business Development & Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement and People Management. Domain Expert in Pharmaceuticals industry with excellence in gathering and understanding requirements of multiple stakeholders (at strategic and tactical levels), followed by translation into functional specifications as well as provisioning of suitable solutions. Multi-dimensional Project Management experience, leading multiple growth and process transformation initiatives along internal stake holders, cross-functional teams and consulting companies. Digital Transformation & Digital Marketing expert: Seasoned professional engaging executive management and diverse teams at all level for devising roadmaps and execution plans leveraging newer and advanced technologies platforms. SFE Function Lead with over 2 decades experience in driving many transformational initiatives from implementing SFA/ CLM systems modules to driving critical analytics for improving operational efficiency in field. People Leader, who has successfully led and motivated teams in cross-cultural environment towards growth and success in the organization; created a clear & compelling view of future through coaching and execution

Abhishek is the Global Lead for Digital Factory Accelerator Program (DFAP) managing all the content factory partners. Additionally, he also manages Veeva’s Content Partner Program for India & Sub-Continent market to support local content partners aka Agencies. Abhishek has over 10 years of experience especially in Pharma managing different roles from program management, working in services supporting large-scale Veeva implementations and being a subject matter expert to content and multichannel suite within Veeva CRM. He has been in Veeva for over 5 years and was among the early few who joined Veeva India team. He holds a B.Tech degree in Information Technology with Honours.

As a Practice Manager – Commercial India, Aditya is responsible for Veeva CRM implementation & its Customization. Aditya has 14 plus yrs of experience in Software Customization Delivery. Prior to Veeva, He has worked with Accenture, HP, Capgemini where he was in-charge of delivering the Salesforce and Veeva CRM customization for global pharma clients.

As Country Manager, India Subcontinent, Anantha is responsible for all of Veeva’s operations and Customer Success in the region. Anantha has over 20 years of experience working in the Life Sciences Industry. Prior to joining Veeva, Anantha worked at RK SWAMY BBDO where he was responsible for enabling pharmaceutical companies design and adopt differentiated scientific communication strategies. Prior to RK SWAMY BBDO Anantha spent 11 years at Dr Reddy’s Labs in India where he was responsible for increasing sales management responsibilities.

As Senior Director, OpenData APAC, Cassandra is responsible for the strategy and direction of OpenData in the region. Cassandra brings over 20 years of experience in business technology across both government and private sectors. Her proven business and marketing experience has helped organisations drive growth and change through data and technology enablement, product development and professional services engagements to a combination of ASX, government and international clients.

As the Commercial Strategy lead for Asia, Chris owns the product strategy for Veeva’s Commercial software products in Asia (including Japan, China, and the Asia Pacific region). This includes responsibilities such as Positioning, Go-to-market, and Pricing for products including CRM, Engage, Promomats, MedComms, Align, Events, Nitro, and Network. Chris has over 15 years of experience in management and technology consulting at PwC Strategy& in Tokyo, Accenture Strategy in New York, and at a startup IT consultancy in the San Francisco Bay Area. During that time, Chris spent 8 years consulting for global and Japanese Pharmaceutical companies, and 7 years consulting for organizations in Fusion Energy research, the United Nations, and Financial Services. He focused on Operations, Data Management, and Business Unit strategy. Chris holds an MBA from Johnson (Cornell University), and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences from the University of California, Berkeley.

As Senior Director, Product Management Commercial Cloud, Giorgio is responsible for the definition and prioritisation of the roadmap for all Veeva CRM products, ensuring that Veeva delivers the best-in-class solution for the APAC region. Giorgio also supports the growth of the region and the expansion in new emerging markets, investigating and understanding the nuances of each country. Giorgio has worked in the pharma industry for over 13 years, evolving from a leadership role in EMEA support, to Professional Services to Product Management. He has managed regional and global CRM implementations for enterprise customers in both Rx and OTC at Veeva. Prior to joining Veeva in 2012, Giorgio worked at Eli Lilly as an external consultant for 9 years, leading their Regional Support CoE out of Italy and building knowledge in Clinical Operations, Global Product Safety, MedInfo, Sales and Marketing.

Ketaki is a Solution Consultant at Veeva with close focus for India and APAC. She has diverse consulting experience with life science companies with commercial and digital solutions, and offerings in the cloud and digital space, with an eminent technical and architectural background. She has been with Veeva for two years now, and prior to that Ketaki was a Project Lead for Salesforce and Veeva implementations at Accenture.

Sumanth Kambhammettu leads Commercial Strategy for the Asia Pacific region. In his role, he is responsible for evangelising & driving growth of Veeva’s solution suite across commercial cloud, data & business consulting by refining the GTM strategy, product messaging & positioning to enhance patient & HCP experience. He brings nearly 15 years of experience in delivering customer-centric solutions for pharmaceutical & life science companies, healthcare institutions, public health agencies, medical technology and digital health companies in Asia. In his most recent role, Sumanth led a healthcare robotics business for a Singapore based SME where he worked extensively with the local healthcare innovation ecosystem in Singapore. Prior to that, he spent nearly 10 years as a management consultant in Southeast Asia advising leading global/regional pharma, biotech, MedTech & public sector clients in the areas of commercial strategy, go-to-market strategy and digital transformation

Sushant is senior strategy consultant at Veeva. He has diverse consulting experience helping life science companies with commercial, digital, and sales & marketing strategy. He has helped life science companies with future commercial strategy, licensing and acquisition, market segmentation and forecasting, market research, brand management, and commercial analytics. Prior to Veeva, Sushant was a consultant at ZS Associates, and Trinity Partners. Sushant holds an MBA in marketing, and an engineering degree in computer science.

Tristan leads the strategy and direction for Veeva’s data products in Asia, outside of China. This includes ownership of Veeva’s Data Cloud and OpenData products in the region. He is also responsible for building and strengthening relationships with Veeva’s Data Partners in key markets. He has 15 years experience leading teams and building Data and Analytics businesses in Asia. He started his career as a management consultant with the Monitor Group where he advised Consumer Goods clients in the areas of Revenue Management and Commercial Excellence.