Sachin Itkar
Leadership | Strategy | Global Capability Centres (GCCs) | Diplomacy | Healthcare | Education | Curator – GEC2025 | Policy & Innovation
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Sachin Itkar
Leadership | Strategy | Global Capability Centres (GCCs) | Diplomacy | Healthcare | Education | Curator – GEC2025 | Policy & Innovation
About Sachin Itkar
Sachin Itkar is a seasoned Advisor and Facilitator to leading business organisations in India and abroad. With a core domain in healthcare, he began his career as a research scientist—earning five patents and authoring four acclaimed books—before transitioning to strategy and policy advisory. His global exposure, honed through extensive travel across all continents, underpins his reputation for exceptional networking and strategic insight.
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Signature Roles with Associations
Impact
Maharashtra Economic Development Council (MEDC)
Vice President
• Co‑designed three landmark MSME policy packages—streamlining compliance, incentives, and digital adoption for 15,000+ enterprises.
• Policies adopted by the Government of Maharashtra in 2024–25, reducing registration timelines by 50%.
• Negotiated five MoUs securing ₹550 crore+ in greenfield and brownfield investment across pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and IT services.
• Launched the “Global Investor Connect” portal, onboarding 60+ international delegations.
• Architected the inaugural Maharashtra Business Day summit—1,200+ participants (ministers, CEOs, investors) co‑creating a 10‑point action plan for industrial corridors and skill hubs.
• Chairs two cross‑sector task forces on Digital Infrastructure and Healthcare Innovation, accelerating pilot projects in partnership with central and state agencies.
Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU)
Governing Board Member & Professor of Practice
• Overhauled Master’s programs in Healthcare Administration and Intellectual Property Management, integrating industry‑certified modules and live consultancy projects.
• Result: 60% increase in applications and a rise in placement rates from 78% to 95% within two years.
• Brokered collaborations with three European universities (Netherlands, Germany, Sweden), establishing joint labs in clinical innovation and telehealth.
• Secured €2 million in international research funding and produced five peer‑reviewed publications.
• Launched the PCU Executive Teaching Academy—certifying 150+ faculty in case‑method pedagogy, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and corporate engagement best practices.
• Founded the PCU Enterprise Incubator—mentorship and seed grants for 25 student startups, 10 of which secured external funding..
Comsense Technologies
Strategic Advisor
• Designed the financial and operational blueprint for offshore AI, data science, and digital engineering centres.
• Achieved two centre launches in under six months—reducing setup costs by 80% and attaining break‑even in record time.
• Formed strategic alliances with the Maharashtra Skill Development Corporation and top technical universities.
• Trained and deployed 200+ certified AI and data engineers into global delivery teams.
• Advised on go‑to‑market strategies for healthcare analytics and fintech solutions.
• Outcome: 40% quarterly revenue uplift and entry into North American and Middle Eastern markets.
• Implemented performance dashboards and SLAs, ensuring 99.5%+ uptime for mission‑critical client services.
Broader Thought Leadership & Social Impact
• As Senior Programme Advisor, contributes to high‑level policy papers impacting 500 million+ citizens in areas like pandemic resilience, digital governance, and sustainable development.
• Convener of two editions (Pune & Dubai), uniting 800+ founders, investors, and policymakers to seed 15+ cross‑border ventures and sign a GCC Partnership Charter.
• Founded a youth‑empowerment NGO—mentoring 2,500+ rural youth in digital literacy, employability, and leadership.
• Co‑founded a social enterprise targeting the transformation of 1 million youth across Asia and Africa by 2030 through leadership camps and vocational training.
• As Executive President of Maharashtra Sahitya Kala Prasarini Sabha, led arts and literary programs reaching 20,000+ participants annually.
Books
Milestones & Achievements
Patents & Publications
- Five patents in pharmaceutical packaging technology.
- Four books:
- Forensic Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Management
- Drug Regulatory Affairs
- Essentials of Clinical Research
Flagship Events & Leadership
- Convener, Global Entrepreneurs Conclave 2025 (Pune): Over 2,000 entrepreneurs, 132 speakers from 30+ countries.
- Keynote, ASLLF International Youth Leadership Conference 2012 (Dublin).
- Convener, Indo–US Education Conclave under the Obama–Singh Knowledge Initiative (2011).
- Chairman, PEN International Congress (2018): First-ever in India, 300+ international delegates.
- Organizer, high‑powered symposium on counter‑terrorism (2018).
Awards & Recognitions
- 50+ national & international honours, including:
- Indian Pharmaceutical Association Fellowship (2023)
- Nelson Mandela Peace Award (2021)
- JRD Tata Udyogmitra Award (2020)
- Pharmaratna & Samvidhan Ratna Awards(2018–19)
Maharashtra Economic Development Council (MEDC)
Vice President
- Policy Innovation & Adoption
- Investment Mobilization
- Stakeholder Convening
Pimpri Chinchwad University (PCU)
Governing Board Member & Professor of Practice
- Curriculum & Program Transformation
- Research & Global Partnerships
- Faculty Excellence Initiative
- Student Innovation & Incubation
Comsense Technologies
Strategic Advisor
- Zero‑Capex GCC Model Deployment
- Talent Ecosystem Development
- Market Expansion & Service Diversification
- Operational Governance
Broader Thought Leadership & Social Impact
- Strategic Foresight Group
- Global Entrepreneurs Conclave (GEC 2025)
- Arise and Awake Foundation
- Lighthouse Communities
- Cultural Stewardship
Milestones & Achievements
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Patents & Publications
- Five patents in pharmaceutical packaging technology.
- Four books:
- Forensic Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Management
- Drug Regulatory Affairs
- Essentials of Clinical Research
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Flagship Events & Leadership
- Convener, Global Entrepreneurs Conclave 2025 (Pune): Over 2,000 entrepreneurs, 132 speakers from 30+ countries.
- Keynote, ASLLF International Youth Leadership Conference 2012 (Dublin).
- Convener, Indo–US Education Conclave under the Obama–Singh Knowledge Initiative (2011).
- Chairman, PEN International Congress (2018): First-ever in India, 300+ international delegates.
- Organizer, high‑powered symposium on counter‑terrorism (2018).
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Awards & Recognitions
- 50+ national & international honours, including:
- Indian Pharmaceutical Association Fellowship (2023)
- Nelson Mandela Peace Award (2021)
- JRD Tata Udyogmitra Award (2020)
- Pharmaratna & Samvidhan Ratna Awards(2018–19)
Core Expertise
Healthcare Strategy & Administration
Research Scientist → General Manager & Head of Clinical Research at Bilcare Research Ltd.
Author of four industry‑standard books on pharmacy, regulatory affairs, and clinical research.
Holder of five patents in pharmaceutical packaging technology.
Government Relations & Policy Advisory
Senior Programme Advisor at the Strategic Foresight Group (policy think tank for 60+ governments).
Vice President, Maharashtra Economic Development Council (MEDC) — shaping Maharashtra’s economic and industrial policies.
Contributor to policy development in Agriculture, MSME, Skills, Education, Tourism, and Health.
Business Development & Market Access
Facilitates India entry strategies for global technology and healthcare firms.
Advisor to over a dozen multinational organisations, including WOM (USA), Optimos Technologies (USA), N Drip Technologies (Israel), and more.
Proven track record of forging strategic alliances and unlocking new market opportunities.
Global Footprint
Sachin itkar’s advisory and facilitation roles have taken him to North America, Europe, Asia, Africa, and beyond—engaging with heads of state, industry stalwarts, and academic leaders to drive impactful collaborations.
Let’s Shape the Future Together
Whether you seek to pioneer healthcare initiatives, shape policy, or expand your global footprint, Sachin Itkar brings the vision, expertise, and networks to make it happen.