Dr. Deepak Kumar Verma

Chief Operating Officer

Strategic healthcare leader | Global business catalyst | Lifelong mentor


A dynamic and visionary leader, Dr. Deepak Kumar Verma brings over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a career that spans leading sales, marketing, international business operations, and project leadership across top-tier companies like Hoechst India, Zydus, Alkem, VHB, Panacea Biotec, and Zuventus Healthcare.

His expertise in strategic planning, operational execution, and business transformation positions him as a key driver of growth and innovation at SPER Market Research. Dr. Verma’s journey from a Medical Representative to General Manager and now a respected COO reflects a remarkable blend of resilience, adaptability, and sharp strategic insight.

His academic credentials are equally distinguished—with certifications from IIMs, TISS, NMIMS, and global programs in Six Sigma, international trade, project management, and leadership development. A certified life coach and ABNLP practitioner, he is also a sought-after trainer, coach, and faculty member, having mentored thousands of young professionals across India and abroad.

He has served as a guest speaker at prestigious institutions and forums including NMIMS Mumbai, Kathmandu University, and IIHMR, and was recognized among the Top 50 Smart Healthcare Leaders in Dubai for his contributions to healthcare innovation.

A passionate author of “Design Your Career” and an advocate of continuous learning, Dr. Verma is committed to building empowered teams and future-ready leaders. Off-duty, he finds joy in music and badminton, two of his favorite ways to stay energized.

At SPER, Dr. Verma’s role as COO bridges vision with execution, ensuring excellence in operations, partnerships, and leadership development that align with the company’s mission of delivering impactful global market intelligence.

Our Global Clients

Our data-driven insights have influenced the strategy of 200+ reputed companies across the globe.

SPER-Astellas Pharma
SPER-Microsoft
SPER-EY
SPER-McKinsey
SPER-Bain
SPER-Max-Healthcare
SPER-DHL
SPER-IQVIA
SPER-Mitsubishi Logistics
SPER-PACCOR
SPER-Macmillan Education
SPER-Kankar IMRB
SPER-ITA
SPER-PWC
SPER-SAPTCA
SPER-Straumann
SPER-MENARINI Silicon Biosystems
SPER-IPSOS
SPER-Heineken