Philips has appointed Bharath Sesha as Managing Director for the Philips Indian subcontinent. In this role, he will spearhead Philips’ growth strategy in India, with a strong focus on enhancing customer satisfaction and driving operational excellence.
Additionally, he will manage the Healthcare business headquartered in Gurgaon, and hold responsibility for Philips’ Licence to Operate in India, which includes the Philips Innovation Campus (PIC) in Bangalore, the Healthcare Innovation Centre (HIC) in Pune, and Global Business Services (GBS) in Chennai.
Sesha succeeds Daniel Mazon, who was Vice Chairman and Managing Director for the Philips Indian Subcontinent until April 1, 2024 and has since taken on a global role at the Philips headquarters in Netherlands.
As per the Company, Sesha is a seasoned leader with over years of global experience, bringing a profound understanding of the Indian market, particularly within the pharmaceutical and chemical industries. His expertise spans strategic leadership, business development, and operational excellence.
Prior to joining Philips, he served as Managing Director at Heubach Colorants India, renowned for his ability to inspire and lead teams toward achieving world-class performance, he consistently delivers results while driving innovation, it stated.
Commenting on his new role, Sesha said, “I am thrilled to join Philips and contribute to our mission of improving healthcare accessibility and affordability in India. I look forward to working with our talented team to bring our innovative technologies to address India’s unique healthcare needs. We will continue to collaborate with our partners and stakeholders to enhance our impact on the lives of millions by expanding access to quality care.”
