Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Ms Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is a pioneering biotech entrepreneur, a healthcare visionary, a global influencer, and a passionate philanthropist. Founder of Biocon, an innovation-led global biopharmaceuticals enterprise, her vision and work have drawn global recognition both for Indian industry and her company. She has been pivotal in redefining the biotechnology landscape through Biocon’s initiatives and breaking new ground through her philosophy of ensuring affordable access to lifesaving biopharmaceuticals globally.

Her inspiring achievements have earned her several coveted titles, honours and awards, both national and international. She was ranked 65 on the Forbes’ list of World’s 100 Most Powerful Women. (2019) and was in the TIME magazine’s list of 100 Most Influential People in the World. (2010) Awarded Padma Shri in 1989 and Padma Bhushan in 2005 In addition to her formal qualifications as a brewmaster, she holds honorary degrees from several renowned international universities.