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Shradha Agarwal
Founder and Managing Partner, actively involved in various leadership and advisory roles
Shradha Agarwal is a successful entrepreneur, investor, and mentor with a passion for building organizations that connect people and align profit with purpose. Here are some key details about her:
Professional Background
Shradha is the co-founder and former president of Outcome Health, a healthcare technology company.1 At Outcome Health, she oversaw branding, product development, and people management, while also designing growth initiatives that led to significant year-over-year expansion.1
Entrepreneurial Journey
- Started her first media enterprise at age 9, showcasing her early interest in communication.1
- Co-founded ContextMedia (later rebranded as Outcome Health) with Rishi Shah.2
- Branded ContextMedia as a "for-benefit" company, combining for-profit success with social impact.2
Investments and Mentorship
Shradha is actively involved in supporting other entrepreneurs:
- Angel investor and startup advisor2
- Founder of JumpStart Ventures, through which she invests in and mentors other businesses3
- Mentor at the Founder Institute2
- Board member for Northwestern Student Holdings2
Recognition and Honors
- Named one of Ernst & Young's Entrepreneurs of the Year in 20161
- Honored as a Champion of Change by the White House1
- Recognized in Crain's Chicago Business "40 Under 40" list in 20122
- Listed as one of the Tech 50 individuals leading Chicago's startup wave by Crain's Chicago Business2
Personal Interests
- Speaks five languages and enjoys traveling, having visited Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia2
- Enthusiast of music and dance, once ran her own dance troupe fusing contemporary and classical forms2
Shradha Agarwal's diverse experiences and achievements in entrepreneurship, technology, and mentorship make her a valuable addition to the Advisory Board of Women In Bio, where she can contribute to the organization's mission of promoting careers, leadership, and entrepreneurship for women in the life sciences.