Ravish Kumar
About Ravish Kumar
Ravish Kumar is the Head of FP&A and Operations Finance at o9 Solutions, Inc., with a strong background in finance and operations across various sectors, including healthcare and technology. He has held senior finance roles at notable companies such as Wolters Kluwer Health, GE, and Philips Healthcare, and possesses expertise in preparing companies for IPOs and cash management.
Work at o9 Solutions
Ravish Kumar currently serves as the Head of FP&A and Operations Finance at o9 Solutions, Inc., a position he has held since 2022. His role focuses on venture capital and software as a service (SaaS) operations within the Greater Boston area. At o9 Solutions, he leads the development of financial systems strategy and procurement. He is responsible for structuring and leading the Annual Operating Plans (AOP) as well as managing quarterly and monthly forecasts and reporting. His expertise in cash management and burn analysis supports the company's growth and scaling efforts.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining o9 Solutions, Ravish Kumar held several significant finance roles. He worked at Wolters Kluwer Health as Senior Director of Finance for FP&A and Operations in the Healthcare SaaS sector from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, he spent five years at GE as Head of Finance for Global Supply Chain and Operations, and as Director of FP&A from 2014 to 2019. His experience also includes a role as BU CFO for Medical Consumables at Philips Healthcare from 2011 to 2014, and as Head of FP&A and Operations Finance at Kyriba for nine months in 2021-2022.
Education and Expertise
Ravish Kumar holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Delhi University. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA from the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management. Additionally, he earned another MBA with a focus on Finance and Strategy from Carnegie Mellon University's Tepper School of Business. His academic background supports his extensive experience in finance, particularly in preparing companies for IPOs, strategic decision-making, and financial workstream management.
Career Development and Leadership
Ravish Kumar began his career at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he participated in the Graduate Leadership Development Program as a Senior Financial Analyst from 2007 to 2009. He also worked as a Finance Manager in the BSC/CO2 Business Unit and completed an internship in the Customer Channels Group in 2006. His career trajectory demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and leadership in finance, particularly in business partnering with C-Suite executives and Board of Directors for strategic decisions.
Specializations in Financial Management
Ravish Kumar specializes in cash management and burn analysis, which are essential for scaling businesses effectively. His role involves extensive collaboration with executive leadership to drive strategic financial decisions. He has been instrumental in developing financial systems and processes that enhance operational efficiency. His expertise in structuring Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and managing forecasts ensures that financial objectives align with overall business goals.