Hexaware Appoints Shantanu Baruah to Head H&I Verticals

05 Aug 2025 CW Team

Hexaware Technologies, a global provider of IT services and consulting, has appointed Shantanu Baruah as President & Global Head – Healthcare, Life Sciences & Insurance (H&I). Based in New Jersey, Shantanu will drive the company’s global growth strategy, client success, and innovation across the H&I vertical.

Bringing over 25 years of domain expertise, Shantanu has a proven track record of leading complex digital transformations and scaling high-growth businesses. He previously served as Executive Vice President at HCLTech, where he led the Healthcare vertical and significantly expanded the company’s footprint across the Americas.

His appointment comes at a pivotal time when AI is transforming healthcare, from drug discovery to diagnostics. Hexaware aims to harness AI and data to improve patient outcomes, boost innovation, and enhance operational efficiency.

R Srikrishna, CEO, Hexaware, said, “We’re excited to welcome Shantanu. His experience and insights will be vital in advancing our vision for digital health, AI-powered innovation, and client-centric care.”

Commenting on his new role, Shantanu Baruah said, “It’s an exciting time to join Hexaware. The company’s agility, customer-first approach, and AI-human synergy position it as a key enabler of better outcomes in healthcare and insurance.”

Shantanu holds a master’s degree in computer applications and a bachelor’s in zoology, equipping him with a unique blend of technical and scientific expertise.

This appointment underscores Hexaware’s focus on strengthening vertical leadership and accelerating domain-driven growth to meet evolving global client needs.

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