Ramesh Swaminathan

About Ramesh Swaminathan

I’ve always believed that finance is the backbone of every transformative journey — and my career, spanning 35 years across industries, has been a testament to that belief. As Lupin’s, Executive Director, Global CFO and Head of the API Business, I am proud to contribute to our mission of delivering quality medicines to patients worldwide.My expertise lies in corporate strategy, business transformation, M&A, digital innovation, and sustainability, but what drives me is the opportunity to create a lasting impact. Whether it’s navigating complex turnarounds or building high-performing teams, I focus on turning challenges into opportunities and fostering a culture of trust, resilience, and growth.What grounds me is the idea that leadership is about people—empowering them to bring their best selves to work, fostering collaboration, and celebrating shared successes. Each day at Lupin is a reminder that our efforts reach far beyond the balance sheet; we are improving lives and making healthcare more accessible.I carry with me a lifelong curiosity, a passion for innovation, and a deep commitment to leaving things better than I found them—for my teams, my organization, and the patients we serve.

Experience

1. Executive Director- CFO and Head of Api & Global Institutional Business

   Lupin

   Aug 2024 — Present · IN

Education

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  ACA, Accounting

  1985 — 1988

• Institute of Cost Accountants of India

  ACMA

  1984 — 1986

• The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

  ACMA, UK, Accounting

  1988 — 1991

• INSEAD

  Senior Management Program, Management

  2005 — 2005

• Chevening Awards

  Leadership course, UK, Management

  1996 — 1997

• The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

  ACS

  1985 — 1987

Skills

• Financial Audits
• Forecasting