G V Prasad

Having joined the company in 1990, Prasad led Dr. Reddy’s growth from a mid-sized domestic operation to a diversified and trusted global pharma player today present in 66 countries with a total revenue of $2.83 billion. 

Prasad’s emphasis on research, innovation, transparency, business ethics and leaner corporate structures has helped shape Dr. Reddy’s into what it is today - an organisation of global repute, recognised industry-wide for scientific innovation, progressive people practices and high standards of corporate governance. He is driving the necessary imperatives for Dr. Reddy’s to engage even more deeply with the human aspects of health.

Today, Prasad as Co-Chairman and Managing Director focuses on mentoring leaders, driving innovation in science, technology and digitalisation while championing the cause of the planet, purpose, and patients.

Prasad also ensures that the company is well-positioned for the future, drawing upon his 35 years plus of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical industry to help the company anticipate trends and envision the future of healthcare.

As an advocate of sustainability, Prasad brought in many initiatives in the company to make it more sustainable. He is a photography enthusiast and supports nature and wildlife. He is involved with the activities of the World Wildlife Fund, AP and Telangana chapter, Wildlife Trust (WTI) of India and other conservation-oriented organisations.

Along with his responsibilities as Co-Chairman and MD, Prasad is also involved in other causes. He is a Board Member of institutions such as Indian School of Business and Ashoka University. He has also previously served on the Boards of educational institutions such as IIT Hyderabad and S V University, technology company Cyient and non-profit organisation Acumen Fund. 

He is currently the Chairman of CII National Committee on Pharmaceuticals. He has also been serving as the Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Belgium in Hyderabad since April 2019.

Prasad holds a graduate degree in Industrial Administration from Purdue University and a bachelor's in chemical engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago. 

Awards & Recognitions:

  • Named as one of the top 20 leaders on The Medicine Maker’s Power List of 2020 & 2021 
  • Nominated for the YPO Global Impact Awards, 2020
  • Boundary Breaker leader Award, CEO Awards 2018
  • Listed among the Top 50 CEOs that India ever had, Outlook magazine, 2017
  • One of the top 5 most valuable CEOs of India by Business World, 2016
  • India Business Leader of the year by CNBC Asia, 2015
  • India’s Best CEO by Business Today, 2014
  • India Business Leader of the Year by CNBC Asia, 2014
  • India Talent Management Award by CNBC Asia, 2014

 

GV Prasad