Shazia Hassan
Independent Researcher at IEEE
Information Technology and Services
Education: Institute of Engineering and Technology, Bareilly, India
Atlanta, GA, USA
Biography
Shazia Hassan is a Specialist Leader at Deloitte with 18+ years in digital transformation, PLM, and regulatory strategy for the Life Sciences industry. She has driven over $220 million in value through cost savings, productivity gains, and faster time-to-market. Recognized globally for her impact, she is a GLOBEE Thought Leadership winner and WomenTech Awards nominee. Shazia leads and mentors 60+ professionals and champions diversity through initiatives like “Women in PED” and IEEE Women in Engineering. Her work blends strategic vision with technical expertise to deliver lasting impact for global pharmaceutical and MedTech companies.
Passion
Shazia led a $13M digital transformation for a top pharmaceutical firm, uniting global teams and modernizing their PLM process. Facing resistance, legacy systems, and siloed data, she drove a vision that cut compliance risks by 50% and boosted launch capacity by 200%. Her leadership turned complexity into opportunity—accelerating time to market and setting a global standard for digital innovation. This success cemented her reputation as a transformative leader who delivers value with empathy, strategy, and impact.
Best Story
Shazia led a $13M digital transformation for a top pharmaceutical firm, uniting global teams and modernizing their PLM process. Facing resistance, legacy systems, and siloed data, she drove a vision that cut compliance risks by 50% and boosted launch capacity by 200%. Her leadership turned complexity into opportunity—accelerating time to market and setting a global standard for digital innovation. This success cemented her reputation as a transformative leader who delivers value with empathy, strategy, and impact.
Origin Story
Shazia was born in a small town in Uttar Pradesh, where her parents defied norms to educate their daughters. After earning an engineering degree, her journey took her across India—from joblessness and divorce to rebuilding her life in Noida. A 100% salary hike marked her turnaround, and she rose through sheer grit to become a global consulting leader. Today, she mentors others and leads with humility, showing that resilience and purpose can overcome any obstacle. Her story is one of courage, transformation, and unwavering belief in the power of education and self-worth.
Example talks
Digital Transformation in Life Sciences and Healthcare: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities
Empowering Innovation
Speaking Engagements
Innovation Women Webinar - 12/04/2024
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Best Story
Shazia led a $13M digital transformation for a top pharmaceutical firm, uniting global teams and modernizing their PLM process. Facing resistance, legacy systems, and siloed data, she drove a vision that cut compliance risks by 50% and boosted launch capacity by 200%. Her leadership turned complexity into opportunity—accelerating time to market and setting a global standard for digital innovation. This success cemented her reputation as a transformative leader who delivers value with empathy, strategy, and impact.
Origin Story
Shazia was born in a small town in Uttar Pradesh, where her parents defied norms to educate their daughters. After earning an engineering degree, her journey took her across India—from joblessness and divorce to rebuilding her life in Noida. A 100% salary hike marked her turnaround, and she rose through sheer grit to become a global consulting leader. Today, she mentors others and leads with humility, showing that resilience and purpose can overcome any obstacle. Her story is one of courage, transformation, and unwavering belief in the power of education and self-worth.