Shyam Bishen, Ph.D., Ms, MBA
About Shyam Bishen, Ph.D., Ms, MBA
Shyam Bishen, Ph.D., MS, MBA, serves as the Head of Health & Healthcare at the World Economic Forum and is a member of the Executive Committee. With extensive experience in global health, he has held leadership roles at organizations such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Merck, and is currently the Chairman of the Board at the Global Girls Scholarship Foundation.
Work at World Economic Forum
Shyam Bishen serves as the Head of Health & Healthcare and is a member of the Executive Committee at the World Economic Forum. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to discussions and initiatives focused on global health issues. His position involves collaborating with leaders from various sectors to address health challenges and promote innovative solutions on an international scale.
Education and Expertise
Shyam Bishen holds multiple degrees, including a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences from the University of Newcastle, an MBA from Washington University in St. Louis, and an MS from the University of Lucknow. He also completed a Management & Leadership Certificate at Harvard University. His educational background supports his expertise in health strategy and innovation, particularly in emerging markets.
Background
Shyam Bishen has extensive experience in the health sector, having worked in various leadership roles. He was the Head of Emerging Markets Strategy & Innovation at Merck from 2011 to 2015 and served as Regional Director/Deputy Director at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation from 2015 to 2022. His career reflects a commitment to improving health outcomes globally, with experience in over 50 countries.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Shyam Bishen has chaired numerous international conferences, demonstrating his public speaking and leadership skills in global health discussions. He has been actively involved with the Global Girls Scholarship Foundation since 2019, focusing on the education of underprivileged girls in developing countries. Additionally, he has been a member of the Board of Directors at Innovations in Healthcare since 2022.