Arun Sadhanandham
About Arun Sadhanandham
Arun Sadhanandham is an Executive Director at OrbiMed, where he has worked since 2015, focusing on private equity investments in the healthcare sector. He has previously held positions at Kotak Investment Banking, Mu Sigma Inc., and o3 Capital, contributing to strategic expansions and investment evaluations in healthcare companies.
Current Role at OrbiMed Advisors
Arun Sadhanandham serves as the Executive Director at OrbiMed, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he focuses on managing investments across various healthcare sectors, utilizing OrbiMed's global presence to identify and evaluate opportunities. His contributions have been pivotal in the strategic expansion of OrbiMed in Asia, particularly in the Mumbai office.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Before joining OrbiMed, Arun Sadhanandham worked at several notable firms in the investment banking sector. He was a Senior Associate in the Investment Banking division at o3 Capital from 2011 to 2014, where he gained significant experience. Prior to that, he spent five months in 2014 at Kotak Investment Banking as part of the Corporate Advisory Group. His early career included a role as a Business Analyst at Mu Sigma Inc. from 2007 to 2009.
Education and Academic Background
Arun Sadhanandham completed his Master of Business Administration in Finance at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore from 2009 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from PSG College of Technology, where he studied from 2002 to 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in finance and investment.
Expertise in Healthcare Investments
Arun possesses extensive experience in private equity investments within the healthcare industry. He has played a significant role in evaluating and executing investment opportunities in healthcare companies, ranging from startups to large multinationals. His work involves leveraging insights from his extensive background to drive investment strategies in this sector.