Shikha Avancha
About Shikha Avancha
Shikha Avancha serves as the Strategy & Operations Lead at Headway, bringing extensive experience in health tech strategy and product development from her roles at Bain & Company, Johnson & Johnson, and Magnetar Capital.
Current Role at Headway
Shikha Avancha serves as the Strategy & Operations Lead at Headway, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on developing strategic initiatives and operational frameworks to enhance the company's performance in the healthcare sector. Her experience in strategy and operations allows her to contribute effectively to Headway's mission.
Education and Expertise
Shikha Avancha holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Informatics Management from Stanford University School of Medicine, which she completed in 2023. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with minors in Business and Biochemistry from Rice University in 2019. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both technical and business aspects of healthcare.
Professional Background
Shikha Avancha has a diverse professional background in strategy and operations within the healthcare and technology sectors. She worked at Bain & Company as an Associate Consultant from 2019 to 2021, where she supported clients in healthcare, private equity, tech, and media. She later served as Manager of Health Tech Strategy & Operations at Johnson & Johnson from 2021 to 2022, focusing on market expansion strategies.
Achievements in Product Strategy
During her tenure at Bain & Company, Shikha Avancha developed the product and go-to-market strategy for a tech startup aiming to diversify its offerings. At Kintsugi Health, a digital mental health startup, she created new market expansion product strategies. Her role at Magnetar Capital involved leading investments in disease-modifying technologies, showcasing her expertise in health ventures.
Early Education
Shikha Avancha completed her high school education at Crystal Springs Uplands School from 2011 to 2015. This foundational education set the stage for her subsequent academic pursuits in computer science and clinical informatics, shaping her career in technology and healthcare.