Dr. Biju Jacob
Country Director, Health Innovation Exchange (HIEx)
Dr. Biju Jacob is the Country Director at HIEx. He is an experienced leader in innovation strategy, research infrastructure and start-up advisory with a decade of experience in early-stage discovery, clinical research and regulatory affairs. Worked in both large organizations and start-ups with deep medical research & management experience. Academically trained as a medical geneticist and a serial entrepreneur by passion, advised 100+ biomedical/healthcare startups in conceptualizing, building, and running new ventures through Starthealth-Unitus Seed Fund, Axilor Ventures, CAMTech-Massachusetts General Hospital. He is a recipient of BIRAC Innovation 2014 award, ISBA National award for entrepreneurship 2010 and CV Raman Young Scientist Awards 2007.
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Dr. Padmini (Mini) Murthy
Physician, Public Health Leader & Professor Emeritus
Dr. Padmini (Mini) Murthy nee Mokshagundam MD, MPH, MS, FAMWA, FRSPH is an internationally acclaimed physician, public health leader, author, and Professor Emeritus advancing women’s health, global health, AI in healthcare, and human rights. As AMWA’s Global Health Lead and NGO Representative at the United Nations, she fosters impactful global partnerships. Dr. Murthy made history as the first Indian-born American physician in 77 years to receive the prestigious Elizabeth Blackwell Medal, recognizing her exceptional contributions to advancing global women’s health. An accomplished author of five books, she has delivered over 300 presentations worldwide.
Ms. Rashmee Sharma
International Development, HR Transformation & Strategic Partnerships
Ms. Rashmee Sharma is a global professional with 15+ years of experience across international development, HR transformation and cross-border partnerships in Europe and India. She serves as General Secretary, Switzerland Chapter, The Diplomatic Club, and is Co-Founder and Executive Committee Member of the Swiss India Professional Network. Previously with Gavi and EY, Rashmee brings strong expertise in strategic partnerships, global health, organisational transformation and stakeholder engagement.
Dr. Navneet Tewatia
Public Health Policy & Advocacy
Dr Navneet Tewatia is a public health and policy professional with over 22 years’ extensive experience in access to health technologies, multi-sectoral advocacy and high-level engagement with governments, political leaders and global health institutions. He is also Co-founder of Celleome Diagnostics Pvt. Ltd. He serves as Consultant, Policy & Advocacy for the Medicines Patent Pool and Unitaid. He has worked with UNAIDS, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance, FIND, FICCI and the Parliamentary Forum on HIV/AIDS. A pharmacy graduate with Masters from NIPER Mohali, he also holds a Ph.D. from the National Law School, Bengaluru.
Mr. Pradeep Kakkattil
CEO, Health Innovation Exchange (HIEx)
Mr. Pradeep Kakkattil is the CEO of HIEx. He is a serial entrepreneur, innovation and Impact. Co-Founder Health Innovation Exchange, Immuna Therapeutics, Geovitas energy and climate technologies. Global health and innovations leader. Co-founder of Health Innovation Exchange (HIEx) a unique platform connecting political leadership with innovators and investors for healthcare access which over last 2 years has facilitated over USD 200mn in investments. He is co-founder of the Women in Innovation Fund (WiNFUND) which advocates, invests and supports acceleration of female health entrepreneurship in Africa and Asia. He has also co-founded Technical Support Facility (TSF) and built it to be the largest TA mechanism of the UN in HIV.
Ms. Hrishitaa Bhatt
Ambassador for Global Impact
Hrishitaa brings a rare combination of public reach and grounded advocacy, using her platform to advance conversations on women’s rights, health equity, and social justice. In this role, she elevates women-led health entrepreneurship and strengthens visibility for community-rooted innovation, supporting HIEx’s mission to connect founders, partners, and decision-makers around practical pathways to scale. She also helps advance HIEx’s work on traditional medicine by championing responsible innovation that strengthens evidence, integration, and equitable access.
Mr. Anand Swaroop Tiwari
Senior Vice President & Co-Founder, Health Innovation Exchange (HIEx)
Over 24 years of experience in high-level advocacy, international affairs, political engagement, resource mobilization, management, private sector engagement, and public policy across diverse geographies and cultures. Strong expertise in mobilizing political commitment, building strategic partnerships, and engaging governments, multilateral institutions, the private sector, and high-net-worth individuals. Proven experience in securing financial commitments, advancing innovative financing mechanisms, and driving multi-sectoral initiatives. Brings a strong focus on sustainable development, climate-sensitive approaches, and partnerships that translate policy commitments into measurable impact.
Mrs. Rose Vase
Leadership & Personal Development Coach
Mrs. Rose Vase is a Leadership & Personal Development Coach, POSH Trainer, and Certified Image Consultant. Rose has trained thousands of professionals, students, and individuals across leadership, communication, soft skills, personal branding, and professional presence. A NABET-accredited Certified Soft Skills Trainer and Certified Image Consultant from ICBI, affiliated with the Conselle Institute of Image Management, USA, she is passionate about helping people build confidence, strengthen leadership capabilities, and create meaningful personal and professional impact.
Mr. Venu Puthussery
Co-Founder & CEO, Geovitas
Mr. Venu Puthussery is Co-founder & CEO at Geovitas, focused on building scalable, market-driven climate solutions that enable industries to transition toward low-carbon and sustainable operations. Mr. Venu brings over a decade of experience advising organizations across climate and health sectors on growth strategy, fundraising, and business transformation. His work sits at the intersection of sustainability, finance, and execution, translating complex challenges into investable opportunities and driving partnerships that accelerate impact at scale. He is a successful entrepreneur with deep interest in human well-being and social development, he is passionate about making a difference to people's lives.
Ms. Krithi Gurajada
Development Communications Strategist, EQUIPPP Social Impact Technologies
She works at the intersection of development, communications, and stakeholder engagement. She holds postgraduate degrees in International and European Governance from the University of Geneva and Media and Communication Studies. She previously worked with the United Nations Office at Geneva on research and communications, including initiatives focused on gender equality. Her experience spans media, technology, and social impact, and she co-founded a women-focused social enterprise supporting small women-owned businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ms. Naveena Reddy Koyyalamudi
Cybersecurity Professional
She is driven by a passion for tech, innovation, and continuous learning. Her work focuses on digital safety and smart tech strategies, with a strong interest in emerging technologies. With expertise in information security and a strong foundation in computer science from the University of Colorado Denver, she focuses on protecting digital assets through innovative solutions and proactive threat research.
Mrs. Suchi Garivala
Hospitality Expert
A 25-year veteran of the hospitality and facility management industries with an excellent track record. Her experience includes work within hospitality media, event organization, and consulting for food and beverage ventures.
Ar. Anushree Nehra
Architect | Urban Designer
Architect, urban designer & freelance creative, with a passion for designing thoughtful spaces and bespoke products — from interiors and architectural concepts to playful designs for lifestyle pieces. Always curious and inspired by travel, food, art and everyday experiences, I love turning ideas into designs that are functional, personal and beautiful.