Somnath Ghosh
About Somnath Ghosh
Somnath Ghosh is an experienced Area Business Head based in Kolkata East, currently leading operations at Even since 2023. He has held various managerial positions in the insurance sector and possesses a strong educational background in management and medicine.
Current Role at Even
Somnath Ghosh currently serves as the Area Business Head for Kolkata East at Even, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business operations and driving growth initiatives within the East Zone. His leadership is focused on enhancing business performance and fostering partnerships in the insurance sector.
Previous Experience in Insurance
Prior to his current role, Somnath Ghosh held several key positions in the insurance industry. He worked as the Branch Head at Exide Life Insurance from 2017 to 2019, managing operations in the Kolkata area. He then served as the Location Head at AVIVA Life Insurance from 2019 to 2021, followed by a role as Cluster Manager at RenewBuy from 2021 to 2023. His experience spans various aspects of insurance management, contributing to his expertise in the field.
Educational Background
Somnath Ghosh has a diverse educational background. He studied General Medicine at The West Bengal University of Health Sciences, earning a BAMS degree from 1993 to 1999. He also holds a Post Graduate degree in Management from Bhartiya Vidya Bhavan Institute of Management Science, completed in 2000. Additionally, he has pursued executive education at Harvard Business Publishing, focusing on leadership and corporate learning from 2015 to 2016.
Professional Development and Certifications
Somnath Ghosh is committed to continuous professional development. He is currently studying at the National Insurance Academy, focusing on Direct Life and General Insurance. He has also achieved a Corporate Leadership Certification from Harvard Publishing, which enhances his skills in business forecasting and analytics. His project certification in Bioinformatics from the Indian Institute of Chemical Biology further demonstrates his commitment to expanding his knowledge base.
Expertise in Business Operations
Somnath Ghosh possesses extensive expertise in managing profit center operations across multiple states, including Bengal, Orissa, Jharkhand, Bihar, and the North East. His strong background in CRM solutions and people management supports his leadership in the insurance sector. He utilizes a POSP/Agency sales model to drive business growth and establish partnership tie-ups within the industry.