BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Guiding Growth with Oversight and Experience
Dr. Ravindranath Kancherla
Non-Executive Independent Director (Chairman of the Board)
Appointment
Serving as Independent Director since Chairman of the Board.
Skills & Expertise
- Globally renowned Surgical Gastroenterologist
- Pioneer in laparoscopic surgery
- Founder of Global Hospitals Group
- Expertise in complex GI procedures and organ transplants. Trained 700+ surgeons in laparoscopic techniques
Qualifications
- MBBS - Madras University
- Master's in Surgery - Madras University
- FRCS - Royal College of Surgeons (Glasgow & Edinburgh)
Other directorships
- Global Hospital (North) Limited
- Hygieia Global Health Services LLP
- Global University Foundation
- Global Hospitals Private Limited
- Ravindranath Medical Foundation
- Global Hospitals Hyderabad Private Limited
- Cognitivebotics Technologies Private Limited
- Global Medlabs Private Limited
- Immunoadoptive Cell Therapy Private Limited
- Arunachalam Automotives Private Limited
Dr. Satyanarayana Chava
Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer
Appointment
Serving as Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer since January 21, 2006.
Skills & Expertise
- Strong scientific and research background
- Drives innovation and long-term strategic growth
- Deep industry expertise in pharmaceuticals
- Leadership focused on strengthening market position
Qualifications
- Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Science - Andhra University
- Ph.D. - Andhra University (1992)
- PGPMAX (Executive MBA) - Indian School of Business, Hyderabad (2012)
Other directorships
- Laurus Bio Private Limited
- ImmunoAdoptive Cell Therapy Private Limited
- KRKA Pharma Private Limited
- Chemiasoft Private Limited
- Laurus Holdings Limited (UK)
- Laurus Generics SA (Pty) Ltd (South Africa)
- Laurus Generics Inc. (USA)
Mr. V V Ravi Kumar
Executive Director & Chief Financial Officer
Appointment
Serving as Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer since November 30, 2006.
Skills & Expertise
- Extensive experience in finance and financial strategy
- Expertise in human resources and supply chain management
- Drives operational efficiency and resource optimisation
Qualifications
- Master of Commerce (M.Com.)
- Cost and Management Accountant (ICMAI)
Other directorships
- Laurus Bio Private Limited
- KRKA Pharma Private Limited
- Laurus Holdings Limited (UK)
Dr. C V Lakshmana Rao
Executive Director
Appointment
Associated with the Company since March 08, 2007.
Skills & Expertise
- Over two decades of experience in quality and regulatory affairs
- Expertise in quality control and quality assurance
- Leads quality strategy and compliance framework
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Science - Andhra University
- Ph.D. - Andhra University
Other directorships
- Sriam Labs Private Limited
- Laurus Generics GMBH (Germany)
Mr. Krishna Chaitanya Chava
Executive Director
Appointment
Associated since 2017; appointed as Executive Director on April 25, 2024.
Skills & Expertise
- Leads CDMO division with focus on innovation
- Experience in strategy, marketing and capability building
- Strong understanding of evolving pharmaceutical markets
Qualifications
- PGP MFAB - Indian School of Business, Hyderabad
- Master's in Mechanical Engineering - North Carolina State University, USA
- Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering - BITS Pilani, Dubai
Other directorships
- Laurus Synthesis Private Limited (LSPL)
- Sriam Labs Private Limited
- Chemiasoft Private Limited
- Laurus Specialty Chemicals Private Limited
Mrs. Soumya Chava
Executive Director
Appointment
Associated since 2023; appointed as Executive Director on April 25, 2024.
Skills & Expertise
- Leads Affordable Medicine (Generics) division
- Over 13 years of experience in pharmaceuticals
- Expertise across clinical research, business operations and marketing
- Leads commercial operations and CSR initiatives
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Pharmacy - Osmania University
- Master's in Clinical Research & Business Administration - Campbell University, USA
- PG Diploma in Patent Law - NALSAR University, Hyderabad
Other directorships
- Laurus Synthesis Private Limited (LSPL)
- Laurus Specialty Chemicals Private Limited
- Laurus Generics Inc. (USA)
- Laurus Generics SA (Pty) Ltd (South Africa)
- Theia Jewellery Private Limited
Mrs. Aruna Bhinge
Non-Executive Independent Director
Appointment
Serving as Independent Director since July 07, 2016.
Skills & Expertise
- Over 20 years of experience in food security and strategic planning
- Expertise in sustainability practices across APAC
- Led Food Security Agenda at Syngenta India Limited
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Science - University of Pune
- Master's in Science - University of Bombay
- Master's in Management Studies - University of Mumbai
Other directorships
- Mahindra Agri Solutions Limited
- Punjab Chemicals and Crop Protection Limited
- Mahindra EPC Irrigation Limited
- Laurus Bio Private Limited
Dr. Rajesh Koshy Chandy
Non-Executive Independent Director
Appointment
Serving as Independent Director since July 27, 2016.
Skills & Expertise
- Expertise in marketing and entrepreneurship
- Strong academic and research background
- Insights in consumer behaviour and market dynamics
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Engineering (Electronics & Communications) - Madurai Kamraj University
- MBA - University of Oklahoma
- Ph.D. in Business Administration - University of Southern California
Other directorships
- Professor of Marketing - London Business School
- Tony and Maureen Wheeler Chair in Entrepreneurship
- Laurus Holdings Limited (UK)
Mr. Karnam Sekar
Non-Executive Independent Director
Appointment
Appointed as Independent Director on April 25, 2024.
Skills & Expertise
- Over four decades of experience in banking and finance
- Expertise in corporate finance, treasury and stressed assets
- Former leadership roles at SBI, Dena Bank and Indian Overseas Bank
- Led mergers and turnaround strategies
Qualifications
- B.Sc. (Ag)
- CAIIB
- Diploma in Management - AIMA
- Leadership programmes - IIM Calcutta, ISB Hyderabad, Kellogg School of Management
Other directorships:
- UGRO Capital Limited
- Incred Financial Services Limited
- Incred Holdings Limited
- Laurus Bio Private Limited
Mr. Ramesh Subrahmanian
Non-Executive Independent Director
Appointment
Serving as Non-Executive Independent Director since July 25, 2024.
Skills & Expertise
- Over 33 years of experience in pharmaceuticals, medical devices and specialty chemicals
- Extensive experience with Sanofi and predecessor organisations
- Founder and Director - Alchemy Advisors (Singapore)
Qualifications
- Bachelor's in Commerce - University of Mumbai
- Chartered Accountant - Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales
Other directorships
- Integris Medtech Limited