Shrivathsa Achar's Biography

Shrivathsa Achar, Manager, Biocon Limited

Senior management professional with over 18 years of versatile experience in leading regulatory affairs. In-depth experience in world-wide strategy and development of biosimilars, biologics, devices and API in regulated/emerging countries.
A registered Pharmacist (Pharmacy graduate) . Career begun with quality assurance, manufacture, and evolved into a seasoned regulatory professional. Wide spectra of experience in small molecules, biosimilar and novel biologic API and injectable formulations. Adept in securing critical approvals, compliance with global regulations, and guiding cross-functional teams. Pivotal role in regulator/partner/client interface, quality assurance and operational excellence.
Thought leader in Biosimilars, a worldwide evolving concept. Owning a Linkedin group (Biosimilars Developed and Emerging Market) of 700+ members. Actively guiding industrial peers and consultants over Biosimilar issues.