Devanand Kolothodi

The future of healthcare will be shaped not only by clinical excellence, but by how effectively we build, engage, and empower our workforce. This forum is not just about discussions. It is about delivering real, actionable value to HR leaders on the ground, while advancing CAHO’s vision of safer, high-quality healthcare. • A strong national and global network of healthcare HR leaders • Access to India-specific HR benchmarks and insights • Practical toolkits and best practices you can implement immediately • Peer learning and closed-door CXO roundtables • Recognition and visibility through CAHO platforms • Exposure to AI-driven HR transformation and real use cases • Opportunities to shape policies and represent healthcare HR voices • Structured learning, certification, and mentorship pathways We are now inviting Healthcare HR leaders from across India and globally to be part of this journey. As we constitute zonal and state-level office bearers, we are looking for passionate leaders who want to contribute, collaborate, and create impact. Express your interest here: https://forms.gle/BCg8QUX3uZQmmtJm8 Join us. Build with us. Lead with us. Let’s co-create the future of healthcare workforce together.

CAHOTECH, the annual healthcare technology innovation conclave of the Consortium of Accredited Healthcare Organizations (CAHO), is one of India’s premier platforms for advancing healthcare through technology. Over the years, it has united hospitals, professionals, innovators, policymakers, investors, and industry leaders to exchange ideas, showcase breakthroughs, and forge collaborations that shape the future of healthcare. The 11th edition of CAHOTECH is scheduled to be held at the Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) Campus on 14th and 15th November 2026, will feature thought-provoking sessions with global experts, a dynamic startup pitchfest, innovation showcases, and case studies from healthcare organizations. With a focus on emerging technologies such as AI, digital health, robotics, medical devices, and data analytics, CAHOTECH continues to catalyze solutions that enhance patient safety, care delivery, efficiency, and accessibility driving healthcare towards a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future. Healthcare professionals and organizations are invited to participate, collaborate, and contribute to this important initiative whether by attending as delegates, sharing insights as speakers, showcasing innovations, partnering as industry collaborators, or supporting as sponsors. CAHOTECH 2026 offers a unique platform to exchange ideas, build meaningful partnerships, explore cutting-edge solutions, and co-create the future of healthcare delivery. Participants will gain access to thought leadership, real-world use cases, and high-impact networking opportunities with peers and pioneers from across the healthcare ecosystem.

As Co-Founder & Executive Director at Nextenti, my mission is to leverage AI to revolutionize healthcare hiring by seamlessly connecting the right talent with the right opportunities and ensuring accurate alignment between skills and organizational needs. I am passionate about driving a new era of efficiency in healthcare by helping to create meaningful careers and improve systems at scale.

As Strategic Advisor to BabyAura, I support its mission of enabling hospitals to deliver continuous newborn care and parental guidance digitally. The platform provides expert consultations, vaccination tracking, emergency support, and 24/7 assistance and aims to ensure healthy growth for every child and peace of mind for every family.

As Special Invitee to the Board of the School of Management Studies, I contribute industry perspectives, strategic insights, and guidance to strengthen academic–industry collaboration. My role includes advising on curriculum relevance, fostering partnerships, and supporting initiatives that enhance student learning, research, and career readiness.

As Strategic Advisor to Series-5 Labs, I contribute to the growth of its revolutionary technology platform, SDM. This programmatic cloud-based solution helps manage assets across mass media, create target-specific experiences, run marketing campaigns, and deliver real-time analytics powered by AI and machine learning. The goal is to build a smart, cost-effective, and unified multi-cloud platform with integrated media software and workflows that enable teams to work from anywhere, at any time.

Director for Ramesh Hospitals, Sangamitra Hospital, Adiran Healthcare

• Oversee the administration and P&L for 7 hospitals in the Telangana & Andhra Pradesh Cluster. • Drive capacity building initiatives aligned with the Mission 2025 strategy of Aster DM Healthcare. • Spearheading the development of the largest Women & Children hospital in India.

Director of Alfa One Retail Pharmacies Private Limited