Varun Boriah
About Varun Boriah
Varun Boriah is the Head of Growth & Partnerships at Luminai, with a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in healthcare startups. He has held various executive roles, including CEO of Lully and VP at Truepill, and has participated in notable programs such as Y Combinator and the Startup Leadership Program.
Current Role at Luminai
Varun Boriah serves as the Head of Growth & Partnerships at Luminai since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for driving growth initiatives and establishing strategic partnerships to enhance the company's market presence. His leadership focuses on expanding Luminai's reach within the healthcare technology sector.
Professional Experience in Healthcare Startups
Varun Boriah has extensive experience in healthcare startups. He worked at Truepill in various executive roles, including Vice President and General Manager of Diagnostics from 2020 to 2021, and later as Senior Vice President of Platform Solutions until 2023. He also held the position of Head of Business Operations at Alto Pharmacy from 2019 to 2020, where he contributed to operational efficiency and expansion strategies.
Educational Background
Varun Boriah holds a Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology Karnataka. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley. Additionally, he earned a Management of Technology Certificate from the Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley and completed the Biodesign Innovation Fellowship at Stanford University.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Varun co-founded Lully, a company aimed at improving sleep health, where he served as CEO from 2014 to 2018. After stepping down, he continued to advise the company, leveraging his expertise to guide its strategic direction. His experience in founding and managing a startup has contributed to his understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape.
Advisory and Fellowship Roles
Varun Boriah has participated in various advisory and fellowship roles. He was a Fellow in the Startup Leadership Program in Silicon Valley from 2011 to 2012, where he gained insights into startup ecosystems. He also serves as a Venture Partner at Pioneer Fund since 2023, where he engages with emerging startups and investment opportunities.