Apurva Saraf has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Apurva is currently serving as the President & CEO of Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a US-based pharmaceutical company specializing in cardiology, women's health, and migraine treatments. Within this role, they oversee all aspects of the company's operations, including product development, manufacturing, and commercial activities.
Before joining Cosette Pharmaceuticals, Apurva held various positions at Amneal Pharmaceuticals. Apurva started as the Vice President of Global Strategy and Corporate Development, where they were responsible for business development, mergers and acquisitions, and overseas expansion. Apurva played a key role in Amneal's expansion into injectables, as well as their entry into European and Australian markets. Later, they served as the Senior Vice President of Global Strategy and Corporate Development, leading multiple global strategic initiatives to drive the company's growth.
Simultaneously with their role at Amneal, Apurva co-founded Gemini Laboratories, LLC, a specialty pharmaceuticals company focused on endocrinology. Apurva served as the Co-Founder and played a pivotal role in the company's growth and success. Gemini Laboratories was ultimately acquired by Amneal and had 31 employees and over $25mm of LTM EBITDA at the time of the acquisition.
Apurva also gained experience in business development during their tenure at Ranbaxy as an Associate Director. Prior to that, they worked in the financial sector, holding positions as an Associate Director at UBS Investment Bank, an Associate Analyst in Equity Research at JPMorgan, and an Associate Analyst at Credit Suisse First Boston. Apurva began their professional career as a Senior Associate at Moody's Investors Service.
Overall, Apurva Saraf's work experience demonstrates a strong track record in strategic planning, business development, and leadership, with a focus on the pharmaceutical industry.
Apurva Saraf has a diverse education history in the fields of finance, investments, accounting, and economics. They obtained an MBA in Finance and Investments from Baruch College. Prior to that, Apurva completed their Master of Commerce - Part I, specializing in Finance and Investments, at Sydenham College of Commerce and Economics. They also hold a Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting and Economics from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. Additionally, Apurva completed their high school education and earned a High School Diploma from Narsee Monjee Educational Trust's - Jamnabai Narsee School.
July, 2020 - present