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Chintan Parekh is a finance professional with extensive experience in financial management and analysis across leading companies in the pharmaceutical and media sectors. Currently serving as Senior Manager Finance at Abbott since September 2021, Chintan oversees cash flow and working capital management for Abbott's India business, with a significant business size exceeding INR 8,000 crores. Previously, in the role of Finance Manager, responsibilities included the preparation of annual budgets and strategic plans for the Gastro business, contributing substantially to the company's profits. Prior to Abbott, Chintan held the position of Finance Business Partner at Zydus Group, where financial performance for a cluster of approximately INR 900 crores was analyzed to meet financial targets. Chintan's experience at Novartis as a Senior Financial Analyst involved financial planning, analysis, and project management, alongside international exposure in Latin America. Chintan holds an MBA in Finance and a Master of Commerce in Advanced Accounting, contributing to a strong educational foundation in finance.