Abbott India has announced the elevation of Maithilee Pathare Mistry as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), reinforcing the company’s focus on experienced leadership to drive financial strategy and growth.
A Veteran Finance Leader at the Helm
Mistry brings over 25 years of diverse finance experience, having held senior leadership roles across global multinationals in sectors ranging from healthcare to chemicals. Prior to this appointment, she served as CFO at Sanofi Consumer Healthcare India, where she led key financial operations for the company’s India business.
Before her stint at Sanofi, Mistry was associated with Dow Chemical in the U.S., serving as Global Funding Director overseeing global corporate funding and banking relations. She previously held the role of Finance Director for Dow Chemical’s India subcontinent operations, playing a critical role in regional financial strategy and governance.
Broad Multinational Experience
Mistry has also worked with Omya and Cognis, two European multinationals, where she led finance, HR, legal, and IT functions across India and Southwest Asia. Her cross-functional leadership experience has been instrumental in supporting business transformation and financial compliance in dynamic markets.
In addition to her corporate roles, she has served as a Board member for various companies, including a publicly listed entity and joint ventures in India, contributing to strategic oversight and risk management.
Chartered Accountant with Global Perspective
A qualified Chartered Accountant, Mistry began her career with Deloitte India as part of the statutory audit team. Her elevation at Abbott India reflects the company’s confidence in her global perspective and deep financial acumen to support its long-term growth objectives in the Indian pharmaceutical market.
With Mistry stepping into the CFO role, Abbott India is expected to strengthen its financial operations and strategic planning as it continues to scale its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing healthcare markets.