Isha Ambani, part of the illustrious Ambani family, is married into another prominent business dynasty. Her father-in-law, Ajay Piramal, is a renowned pharma magnate, and his children have followed in his entrepreneurial footsteps. One such figure is Nandini Piramal, a key player in the family’s Rs 9,087 crore enterprise.
Nandini Piramal’s Role in Piramal Group
Nandini Piramal holds several significant positions within the Piramal Group. She is a member of the company’s Board of Directors, serving alongside her parents, Ajay and Dr. Swati Piramal, and her brother, Anand Piramal. Nandini is currently the Executive Director of Piramal Enterprises and the Chairperson of Piramal Pharma.
In addition to her leadership roles, Nandini oversees the Human Resources and Information Technology functions at Piramal Group. She also manages the Quality and Risk functions for Piramal Pharma. In 2010, she played a crucial role in one of Piramal Group’s largest deals — selling their domestic formulations business to Abbott Labs for $3.8 billion (approximately Rs 31,638 crore), as reported by Forbes. The Piramal Group’s interests span Pharma, Financial Services, Real Estate (Piramal Realty), and philanthropic efforts through the Piramal Foundation.
Educational Background and Family Life
Nandini Piramal boasts an impressive educational background. She earned an MBA from Stanford University Graduate School of Business, California, and a Bachelor’s Degree (Hons.) in Politics, Philosophy, and Economics from Oxford University, England. Before pursuing her MBA, she worked as a Business Analyst at McKinsey & Company. She joined the family business in 2006.
In March 2009, Nandini married Peter DeYoung in a Christian ceremony at Rambagh Palace in Jaipur. Peter serves as the CEO of Piramal Global Pharma and is an Executive Director at Piramal Pharma. Like Nandini, Peter is a Stanford University alum, having earned an MBA as an Arjay Miller scholar. He also holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from Princeton University and has experience working at McKinsey & Company in New York and Mumbai. The couple has a daughter and a son.
Nandini Piramal’s Net Worth
While Nandini Piramal’s net worth is not publicly disclosed, her father Ajay Piramal is among India’s wealthiest billionaires, with a real-time net worth of $2.8 billion (approximately Rs 23,307 crore). According to their annual report, the Piramal Group’s consolidated revenue for FY 2023 is Rs 9,087 crore.
Nandini Piramal continues to play a vital role in the growth and success of the Piramal Group, exemplifying leadership and dedication in the world of business.
