I serve on boards and advisory committees where I can contribute strategic thinking, real-world operational experience, and a systems-level perspective to health innovation and public health organizations.
Guiding health tech companies on product-market fit, scalability, and real-world implementation.
Building multi-stakeholder networks, public-private partnerships, and collaborative frameworks.
Navigating regulatory landscapes, data governance, and ethical considerations in health innovation.
Ensuring programs create lasting value, financial sustainability, and measurable health outcomes.
As a physician, systems thinker, and healthcare innovation leader, I bring a grounded, multi-dimensional lens to boardrooms and advisory committees. My experience combines hands-on work with clinics and startups, governance of professional societies, large-scale systems change in public health, and practical partnership across government, nonprofit, and tech sectors.
I am most effective on boards seeking new perspectives in:
Health system transformation and digital adoption
Technology-enabled public health
Responsible innovation and cross-sector strategy
Sustainability, financial stewardship, and outcome measurement
Strong Credentials: Certified Independent Director with credentials from Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs and Institute of Directors, with mentorship from Women on Boards program by Aspire for Her.
A wide international network of knowledge experts, changemakers and thought leaders.
Experience of leading and scaling for-impact international organizations.
Helped shape policy advocacy and market development for drones in health and disaster applications.
Supported programs with Danish Red Cross, UN agencies, clinics, and fast-growing innovation ventures.
Serving as a Non-Executive Director: Cloud-n-Care eHealth Pvt. Ltd.
Committee Experience: Standards and governance (ISO auditor), professional societies, and as an external reviewer for innovation grants.
Systems thinking for decision-makers: Helping boards see the whole landscape: how strategy, technology, and real-world constraints align.
Practical innovation stewardship: Translating vision and ambition into actionable next steps, without jargon or hype.
Courage to ask “Why?”, and to support “How?” Helping leadership teams challenge assumptions, but also providing hands-on support for implementation.
Collaborative style: Respect for existing leaders and culture, but not afraid to “hold up a mirror” when it can help a team grow.
Understanding fiduciary, policy, and impact responsibilities
Encouraging open, honest conversation, drawing from my facilitation expertise
Prioritizing capacity-building and knowledge transfer, so the board leaves stronger than before
I'm selective about board commitments to ensure I can add genuine value. I'm drawn to organizations that:
Work on pressing health challenges with innovative, sustainable solutions
Value diverse perspectives and collaborative decision-making
Have clear impact goals and a commitment to measurement
Operate with transparency and ethical integrity
Are you seeking a board member or advisor who can help you scale impact, build resilience, and cut through complexity?
Contact me on hello@ruchisaxena.com with:
A brief overview of your organization and challenges
The board or advisory scope you have in mind
Timeframes and expectations for meeting/discussion
I am NOT a figurehead. I join boards and advisory panels because I love honest dialogue, practical problem solving, and supporting real change in organizations of any scale. If that matches your board’s needs, let’s explore the fit.