Navneet Alag
About Navneet Alag
Navneet Alag serves as the Vice President of Vant Governance and Strategy at Roivant Sciences, where he focuses on managing and building new portfolio companies. He has extensive experience in the biotech sector, having previously held positions at H.I.G. Capital and McKinsey & Company.
Work at Roivant Sciences
Navneet Alag serves as Vice President of Vant Governance and Strategy at Roivant Sciences since 2022. In this role, he plays a key part in managing and building new Vant portfolio companies. His focus includes strategic initiatives and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activities, contributing to the overall growth and direction of the organization. Alag utilizes his extensive experience in both the biotech sector and investment strategies to inform decision-making processes within the company.
Previous Experience at H.I.G. Capital
Prior to joining Roivant Sciences, Navneet Alag worked at H.I.G. Capital from 2018 to 2021. He held the position of Vice President for three years, followed by a role as Principal for nine months. During his tenure, he developed fundamental value investing skills, focusing on sectors such as biopharmaceuticals, medical devices, and diagnostics. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in investment strategies that he later applied at Roivant Sciences.
Consulting Background with McKinsey & Company
Navneet Alag has a background in consulting, having worked at McKinsey & Company from 2016 to 2018. He served as an Associate for two years and briefly as an Engagement Manager in 2018. His work involved strategic consulting, where he utilized his analytical skills to address complex business challenges. This experience contributed to his expertise in strategic business management, which he applies in his current role.
Educational Qualifications
Navneet Alag holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Kellogg School of Management, where he studied from 2014 to 2016. He also earned a Master's degree in Biotechnology from The Johns Hopkins University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, he obtained a B.Tech in Chemical Engineering and Technology (Pharmaceutical Sciences) from U.D.C.T in Mumbai, studying from 2004 to 2008. His educational background combines business acumen with scientific knowledge, enhancing his capabilities in the biotech sector.
Internship and Early Career Experience
Navneet Alag began his career with various internships that provided him with foundational experience in the industry. He interned at Genentech Inc in 2010 and Procter & Gamble in 2009. He also served as a Summer Associate at A.T. Kearney in 2015 and completed a Summer Internship at Pfizer Limited in 2007. Additionally, he worked as a Mathematics Instructor for the Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University from 2008 to 2010. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set and understanding of the biotech and pharmaceutical industries.