Hexaware Technologies has named Shantanu Baruah as President and Global Head of its Healthcare, Life Sciences, and Insurance (H&I) business. Based in New Jersey, he will oversee global strategy, business development, and customer engagement across the sector.
Shantanu Baruah brings more than 25 years of industry experience, with a strong background in managing growth, leading cross-functional teams, and driving large-scale transformations. Before joining Hexaware, he served as Executive Vice President at HCLTech, where he led the Healthcare division and played a key role in expanding operations in the Americas during a period of major industry change.
His appointment comes at a time when artificial intelligence and data technologies are transforming healthcare delivery and operations. Hexaware aims to support clients in improving patient care, accelerating research and innovation, and streamlining processes across the healthcare ecosystem. Shantanu will lead efforts to strengthen Hexaware’s offerings in these areas.
R Srikrishna, CEO of Hexaware, noted, “Shantanu’s leadership experience and market insight will help us scale our capabilities and support clients as they adapt to the rapid changes happening across healthcare, life sciences, and insurance.”
Shantanu Baruah holds a master’s degree in computer applications and a bachelor’s degree in zoology, giving him both a technical and scientific foundation. His appointment aligns with Hexaware’s focus on expanding domain leadership and delivering targeted solutions to meet the needs of clients in highly regulated and fast-evolving sectors.
Hexaware Technologies is a global provider of IT and business process services. With offices in key markets worldwide, the company partners with enterprises to support digital transformation and improve operational efficiency through technology-driven solutions.
