Uma Balakrishnan

Uma Balakrishnan is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Lead for External Communications at Pfizer India since June 2025, where responsibilities include managing all external communication efforts. Prior to this role, Uma held several significant positions at Visa, including Lead for Corporate Communications and Lead for Social Impact in India and South Asia, focusing on brand reputation and community impact initiatives. Earlier experience includes roles at Worldline Global as Head of Marketing & Communications, and various positions at TimesofMoney, which involved brand and corporate communication strategies. Uma's academic background includes an MBA in Marketing and Retail from Praxis Business School and a B.B.A. in Marketing from Amity University.