Laurus Labs is led by an experienced team of executives who bring a deep understanding of the global pharmaceutical industry. They have proven abilities in delivering industry-leading growth and operational performance. Our executive team articulates a clear strategy for Laurus and helps us institutionalise world-class processes across the company.
Dr. Satyanarayana Chava is an Executive, whole time Director and the Chief Executive Officer of our Company. He has been a Director of our Company since January 21, 2006. He holds a bachelors and masters degree in Science from Andhra University. He was also a research scholar at the College of Science and Technology, Andhra University from 1985 to 1992 and went on to obtain his Ph.D in the year 1992.
Born on December 20, 1940, Dr. M V G Rao graduated with a B.Sc (Hons) in Chemical Engineering from the Andhra University. He also holds a post-graduation degree in Pulp and Paper Technology from the Forest Research Institute, Dehradun. He is conferred Honoris Causa by Rohilkhand University, Bareilly in recognition of his signal services towards promotion of closer Industry-Academic Institute ties. Dr. Rao has a rich and varied industry experience in the Pulp and Paper and Bulk Drug Industries.
Dr. Satyanarayana Chava is an Executive, whole time Director and the Chief Executive Officer of our Company. He has been a Director of our Company since January 21, 2006. He holds bachelor's and master's degrees in Science from Andhra University. He was also a research scholar at the College of Science and Technology, Andhra University from 1985 to 1992 and went on to obtain his Ph.D in the year 1992.
Mr. V V Ravi Kumar is an Executive, whole time Director and Chief Financial Officer of our Company. He has been a Director of our Company since November 30, 2006 and is in-charge of finance, human resources function of the company, he has also handled the supply chain management department of our company for a significant time.
Dr. C V Lakshmana Rao is one of the Promoters of the Company. He has been associated with the Company for more than a decade and heads Quality function. He holds a Master’s degree in Science and a Ph.D. from Andhra University. Dr. C.V. Lakshmana Rao has over 23 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance and regulatory affairs. He has been involved in formulating and executing the core strategy of our Company. Prior to joining the Company in February 2007, he was associated with Mayne Health Pty Ltd., Australia.
Mr. Chandrakanth Chereddi is an Executive full-time Director of our Company since August 9, 2016 and has been associated with our Company since February 10, 2012 and is also involved in strategy and operation of the company.
Mrs. Aruna Rajendra Bhinge is a Non-Executive, Independent Director of our Company. She holds bachelor’s and master's degree in Science from the University of Poona and the University of Bombay, respectively. She also holds a masters degree in Management Studies from the University of Mumbai. She has over 15 years of experience in the field of food security and strategic planning. She was the head of Food Security Agenda, APAC at Syngenta India Limited.
Dr. Rajesh Koshy Chandy is a Non-Executive, Independent Director of our Company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electronics and Communications) from the Madurai Kamraj University, a master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Oklahoma and a Ph.D in Business Administration from the University of Southern California. He has been a professor of marketing at the London Business School and has held the Tony and Maureen Wheeler Chair in Entrepreneurship at the London Business School.
Dr. Ravindranath Kancherla is a world renowned expert in Surgical Gastroenterology and Laparoscopic Surgery and is heading Global Hospitals Group. He developed India’s most comprehensive Hospital dedicated for Gastroenterology and a center to efficiently conduct the complicated procedure of organ transplantation. With extensive experience in surgeries, Dr. Ravindranath has become an authority in liver, pancreatic and bile duct resections, revision gastric surgeries, and reconstructive coloproctology. He has trained over 700 surgeons in laparoscopic procedures.
Mr. V.V.Ravikumar is an Executive, whole time Director and Chief Financial Officer of our Company. He has been a Director of our Company since November 30, 2006 and is in-charge of finance, human resources function of the company, he has also handled the supply chain management department of our company for a significant time. He holds a bachelors and masters degree in Commerce from Andhra University. He is a member of the ICWAI. He has over 25 years of experience in the field of finance. Prior to joining our Company, he was the Vice President – Finance of Matrix Laboratories Limited.
Dr. C V Lakshmana Rao is one of the Promoters of the Company. He has been associated with the Company for more than a decade and heads Quality function. He holds a Master’s degree in Science and a Ph.D. from Andhra University. Dr. C.V. Lakshmana Rao has over 23 years of experience in quality control, quality assurance and regulatory affairs. He has been involved in formulating and executing the core strategy of our Company. Prior to joining the Company in February 2007, he was associated with Mayne Health Pty Ltd., Australia.
Mr. Krishna Chaitanya spearheads the Synthesis and Ingredients divisions of the Company and has rich work experience in strategy, skill workshops and marketing within the Indian Pharma Market. Mr. Krishna Chaitanya has completed PGP MFAB from Indian School of Business, Hyderabad, and has done a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina State University, USA, Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from BITS Pilani Dubai. Before joining team Laurus, he was associated with M/s. Dr Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd.
Mr. Srinivasa Rao S has been associated with our Company since April 2, 2008. He holds a bachelors degree in Science from Nagarjuna University. He has over 21 years of experience in the field of production. Prior to joining our Company, he was the associate vice president of the production department at Matrix Laboratories Limited.
Dr. V Uma Maheswer Rao has been associated with our Company since June 9, 2016. He holds a masters degree in Science and a Ph.D from Osmania University. He has several years of experience in the fields of process research and development and API manufacturing process.
Mr. Martyn Oliver James Peck has been associated with our Company since August 18, 2008. He holds a bachelors degree in Science in Biological and Medicinal Chemistry from University of Essex.
Dr. Prafulla Kumar Nandi brings along 22 years of rich experience in Global Regulatory Affairs and Pharmaceutical Research. He is actively involved in managing the regulatory submissions and negotiating with regulatory authorities to obtain timely product approvals.
Rajaram has 22+ years of progressive experience in Strategic Planning, Business Development, Portfolio Management and establishing new businesses. He leads the global portfolio management for Laurus. Before joining Laurus, he was associated with Mankind Pharma, Aurobindo Pharma, Dr. Reddys Laboratories and Torrent Pharmaceuticals. Mr Rajaram has a Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry. He has also completed EGMP from IIM—Bangalore and an MBA in Operations Research.