Siemens Healthineers has announced the appointment of Kalavathi GV (Kala) as the new Executive Director and Head of the Development Center (DC) in India. Kala will oversee more than 3,500 employees across India and Slovakia, driving the development of precision healthcare solutions with a focus on artificial intelligence, automation, and digital transformation.
Kala brings a wealth of experience from her previous leadership roles at Philips Healthcare and GE Healthcare, where she spearheaded global digital transformation initiatives. She is also a prominent advocate for increasing the representation of senior female leaders in the Indian IT ecosystem.
In her new role, Kala succeeds Dileep Mangsuli, who will now focus on global corporate activities in the fight against tuberculosis at Siemens Healthineers.
Peter Schardt, Chief Technology Officer at Siemens Healthineers, expressed confidence in Kala’s leadership: “As a strong female business leader, we are confident that Kala will be a role model for our teams globally, fostering an environment of collaboration, mutual learning, inclusivity, and growth.”
Kala will be responsible for advancing Siemens Healthineers’ mission to innovate and enhance healthcare solutions worldwide, leveraging her extensive experience and expertise in the field.