Shyam Unnikrishnan has been appointed as the Managing Partner for Bain & Company India. In his new role, he will oversee the firm’s growth, strategic direction, operations, and talent management in the country. With extensive global consulting experience, he is set to drive the company’s continued expansion and strengthen its market presence.
With nearly two decades of experience, Shyam Unnikrishnan has worked across Bain & Company‘s offices in Sydney, Atlanta, and New Delhi and is currently based in Bengaluru. He has led Bain’s Innovation & Design practice in the Asia Pacific region and played a key role in the Retail, Consumer Products, Strategy, and Digital practices. His expertise in these areas will be instrumental in shaping Bain & Company India‘s strategy.
Shyam Unnikrishnan succeeds Parijat Ghosh, who has been appointed to lead Bain & Company‘s Healthcare & Life Sciences practice in the Asia Pacific region. Parijat Ghosh has been a key figure in Bain’s India growth, driving industry impact and expanding the firm’s reach across multiple sectors. His new role will focus on further strengthening Bain’s leadership in the healthcare and life sciences industry across APAC.
Bain & Company‘s leadership transition comes at a time when India is experiencing rapid digital transformation and shifting market dynamics. Under Shyam Unnikrishnan’s leadership, the firm aims to enhance its consulting capabilities, deliver innovative solutions, and help businesses navigate evolving industry challenges.
The firm’s India operations have seen significant expansion, with growing demand for strategic consulting across industries. Shyam Unnikrishnan’s appointment aligns with Bain & Company‘s long-term vision of investing in strong leadership to provide high-value insights and solutions for clients.
Meanwhile, Parijat Ghosh’s focus on healthcare and life sciences underscores Bain & Company‘s commitment to addressing critical industry challenges. With expertise in corporate strategy, mergers & acquisitions, and transformation, he is well-positioned to drive impactful change in the sector.
With these leadership appointments, Bain & Company is reinforcing its position in India and across the Asia Pacific region. The transition marks a new phase of growth, ensuring the firm continues to provide strategic, data-driven solutions for its clients.