Sohini Mazumdar, PhD

Sohini Mazumdar, PhD is a purpose-driven business development and strategy advisor who helps early-stage startups and deep tech ventures translate bold scientific ideas into investable, scalable businesses.

She partners with founders, research spinouts, and innovation-driven teams—refining business models, shaping investor-ready narratives, and driving market translation. Through Erudite Co, she also supports tech transfer offices and leading accelerators with strategy, coaching, and investor readiness.

Previously, Sohini held roles at Agios Pharmaceuticals, Mass General Brigham Innovation, and Clarion Healthcare (now Lumanity), where she drove portfolio strategy, transformative transactions, and licensing and spinout decisions.

A PhD-trained geneticist from Tufts University School of Medicine, she bridges science, market insights and storytelling to advance innovations and create sustainable growth. She is also committed to advancing diverse entrepreneurs through mentorship. Outside of work, she enjoys acrylic painting, photography, and aspires to write her first novel.