December 2024- Avalere Health has announced that Amar, who joined the organization in 2023 as Chief Operations Officer (COO), will now assume overall leadership of the company. Since joining 18 months ago, Amar has focused on unifying the organization and developing a global interdisciplinary approach across the product lifecycle.
During his tenure, Amar successfully integrated previously acquired companies, creating a seamless and cohesive offering within the healthcare ecosystem. This strategic alignment has positioned Avalere Health as a dynamic partner capable of addressing major healthcare challenges swiftly and effectively, both in scale and scope.
With this leadership transition, Avalere Health continues to advance its mission of delivering innovative, integrated solutions across the healthcare landscape.
“I am very pleased to appoint Amar Urhekar as our next CEO,” said Deborah Keller, Chairperson at Avalere Health. “Amar has a passion for purpose-driven organizations that can truly make a difference. He inspires colleagues and clients alike and his extraordinary breadth of health industry knowledge ensures that our business is in the very best of hands moving forward.”
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“Clients need partners who can navigate the complex confluence of stakeholders—from healthcare providers to payers, policymakers, and patients,” said Amar. “They need a strategic partner that can be at the center of their business and understand the evolving challenges. From driving decisions on investing in healthcare assets to policy influences and market access needs, medical communications and marketing brand launches, we have the exceptional talent with the wisdom and experience to guide, create, and implement successful solutions.”
“I have a great deal of confidence in Amar’s ability to drive our business forward,” said Chief Finance and Administrative Officer, John Gransee. “He is a strategic thinker, and his purposeful and innovative approach will drive success.”
“Amar is a truly inspirational leader that has strengthened and motivated our leadership and talent,” said Chief People Officer, Harriet Shurville. “Thanks to Amar, our people are clear on our purpose.”
Amar replaces former CEO Jon Koch as part of a planned succession. He will continue to build on the strong foundation built by Jon over the last three and half years. Jon will be a strategic advisor to our Board until the end of March 2025.
“Avalere Health is ready to achieve its true potential,” said Amar. “I look forward to partnering with our teams to further create an inspiring company that will amplify the patient voice like never before.”
