Dr.Sonali Kirde

Dr. Sonali Kirde is a Medical Doctor and Strategic Consultant with rich experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having held critical roles at Merck Sharp Dohme (MSD), GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), and Takeda Biopharmaceuticals. Her expertise includes clinical pharmacology, regulatory strategy, market access, and medical affairs, driving impactful product launches and healthcare innovations.

As CEO & Founder HealthSpect 360, she support healthtech startups on regulatory, GTM, and investment strategy. She is also the Founder of ELEVATE, where she mentors doctors for leadership roles, exploring non-traditional career opportunities specially in Pharmaceutical companies. She also consults healthtech startups on regulatory, GTM, and investment strategy. In addition, she runs a Podcast Channel- The HealthSpect Show where she share powerful insights, tips, and real conversations—from basics to bold innovations in healthcare and startup ecosystems.

Dr. Sonali is a mentor and judge at top incubators including Startup India's MAARG, BHASKAR, IIT Bombay E-Cell, IIT Madras E-Cell, AIC Pinnacle, WISE SNDT, MSSU I-SPARK, VentureBlick (Singapore), GooCampus, Womennovator, WIMA, and Wadhwani Foundation, and serves as Regional Director for a nonprofit supporting girl child education and women’s empowerment.

As a recognized speaker, she have been invited to share her insights at national and international forums, contributing to discussions on healthcare innovation, patient outcomes, and medical advancement.

As a Consultant to health care startups, she plays a vital role in the growth and success.