Speaker Bio:

Dr. Latchmi Raghunanan is the Founder and CEO of Maman Biomedical, a life sciences startup revolutionizing IVF treatments by eliminating the need for daily injections. With a background in materials science, project management, and product development, she has driven innovation across academia, industry, and startups—securing five patents and delivering four MVPs. A former academic turned entrepreneur, Latchmi is known for breaking down silos, building cross-functional teams, and implementing systems that saved over $700K in pre-revenue cash flow. As a first-generation immigrant and woman of color in STEM, her journey is shaped by both professional grit and lived experience. Now, she’s focused on creating compassionate, patient-centered solutions in reproductive health—and helping others find power in non-linear paths.