Kishan Kumar
Executive Director, Marketing
Bio:
Kishan Kumar is an accomplished executive in the pharmaceutical industry, currently serving as Executive Director and Head of Marketing for Malignant Hematology at Novartis. With over 15 years of experience across strategy, marketing, and commercial operations, Kishan brings a wealth of expertise in specialty therapeutics, particularly oncology. He was recognized as one of MM&M's 40 Under 40 Marketers in 2023 for his leadership in driving innovative marketing strategies and impactful brand launches.
Kishan has led numerous high-performing, cross-functional teams across both U.S. and global settings, known for fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and agility. His strengths span strategic brand development, launch execution, financial stewardship, and data-driven decision-making. A trusted thought partner across matrixed organizations, Kishan has influenced enterprise-level strategy, spearheaded transformative initiatives, and consistently delivered results aligned with business and patient impact.
He holds a Master of Science in Biotechnology from the University of Pennsylvania and has completed advanced executive training at The Wharton School. Kishan is passionate about shaping the future of healthcare by blending scientific insight, strategic acumen, and a deep commitment to patient-centered innovation.