Prashant N Laghate

Prashant N Laghate is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, currently serving as Director of Commercial Excellence at Merck Group since January 2020. Laghate leads various functions including Sales Force Effectiveness, Data Analytics, Digitalization projects, and Business Development across India and South Asia. Prior to this role, Laghate held multiple leadership positions within Merck from 2001 to 2019, showcasing a proven track record in operations, marketing, and business development in diverse regions including APAC and Indo-China. Laghate's educational background includes degrees from the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad and the University of Mumbai, emphasizing management and scientific expertise.