Ruchin Kansal

Dynamic, future-focused leader with 20+ years of success at the intersection of higher education, technology, and healthcare. Proven ability to launch interdisciplinary programs, manage multimillion-dollar portfolios, and drive innovation that advances student success, institutional transformation, and cross-sector collaboration. Recognized for developing pioneering academic experiences—including AI-integrated curricula, hybrid learning models, and leadership development platforms. Combines academic and corporate leadership with a strong record of impact across teaching, research, and enterprise innovation. Brings a systems-level perspective, inclusive leadership style, and a passion for shaping bold, human-centered futures in education.

• Lead and organize the semi-annual CIO Roundtable, a collaboration between Seton Hall's CEPS and SIM NJ, focusing on AI, Gen Z, and the future of work.
• Led AI integration in pedagogy as Co-Chair of Seton Hall’s AI Committee, developing AI-driven academic programs and hybrid courses at Seton Hall and Brown University with virtual coaching, asynchronous learning, and smart assessment tools.
• Designed and taught The Fifth Industrial Revolution, a pioneering interdisciplinary graduate course exploring innovation, ethics, technology, and the human condition—paired with hosting its companion vodcast to extend reach and engagement beyond the classroom.
• Principal Investigator of the Future of Leadership Survey, focusing on Gen Z perspectives to inform leadership development and academic strategies.
• Founding Editor of In The Lead, a global leadership magazine featuring insights from prominent thought leaders worldwide.
• Recruited to lead Boehringer Ingelheim's first Business Innovation division, integrating digital health, patient centricity, and customer innovation.
• Led global innovation strategy for Siemens Healthineers' $600M+ Digital Services division, launching AI-driven solutions including digital twins and clinical decision support tools.

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· Invited Panelist, White House Precision Medicine Initiative, 01/01/16

· Top 40 Healthcare Transformers, Medical, Marketing & Media, 01/01/16

· President's Award, Boehringer Ingelheim, 01/01/16

· Advisory Board Member, Stanford University's Medicine X Program, 01/01/14

· Global Leadership Development Program, Boehringer Ingelheim, 01/01/15

· Author, Redefining Innovation: Embracing the 80-80 Rule to Ignite Growth in the Biopharmaceutical Industry, Routledge, May 2018.

· Contributing Author, “Digital Transformation and Organizational Change: An Experiential Case”, in Digital Technology and Organizational Transformation(Ed. Dr. G. Reza Djavanshir), World Scientific Publishing, 2022.

· Founding Editor, In the Lead— A leadership magazine for rising and established leaders (2021–Present).

· Contributing Author, Leading with Trust: Building Leadership Effectiveness Across the Arcs of Time, Upcoming Chapter: SIOP Professional Practice Series

· Grant Recipient, Opportunity Meets Innovation Challenge (2022)

Awarded for “Leadership in Action: Advancing Individual and Team Leadership Competencies through a Targeted Interprofessional Healthcare Program.”

· Principal Investigator, Future of Leadership Survey (IRB-Approved, 2021–Present. Ongoing research examines emerging leadership trends and competencies across sectors, focusing on Gen Z perspectives.

· The Future of Leadership Survey: 2024, Seton Hall University

· The Future of Leadership Survey: 2023, Seton Hall University

· The Future of Leadership Survey: 2022, Seton Hall University

· The Future of Leadership Survey: 2021, Seton Hall University

Select media coverage & articles

· “Hair Traits Matter for Leaders? Gen Z says 'yes' and 'no,'” PRWeb.

· “Seton Hall Survey Offers New Insights into How Gen Z Views Leadership,” New Jersey Business Magazine

· “Seton Hall Research: Employers, Beware of Broad Return-to-Office Mandates … But You Might Be Surprised What Younger Workers Think,” ROI-NJ

· “Op-ed: Trust in Leaders—Should We Judge Politicians the Same Way We Judge Business Leaders?”ROI-NJ

· “Want to Be a Leader? Gen Z Says You Need to Adopt Three Habits Now”

· Guest, Navigating AI and The Future of Leadership
Interviewed by Emmy Award winner Steve Adubato on Lessons in Leadership(News12+), discussing the impact of AI and evolving leadership paradigms.

· TV Host, 30 Minutes, Comcast Channel 23 Danbury(2021–Present)
Host of a weekly interview show featuring leaders on topics including leadership, education, and gender equity in the workplace.

· Host & Creator, The 5th Industrial Revolution Vodcast(2021–Present)
Explore the intersection of the human condition, space exploration, and health technology through in-depth conversations with innovators and thought leaders.

· Co-chairing the panel “Building Trust in an Era of Change: A Cross-Industry Perspective on Leadership” at the 2025 SIOP Annual Conference; presented research and strategies for fostering trust in leadership amid hybrid work, generational change, and AI transformation.

· Keynote Speaker, “AI in Healthcare”, Oncology Society of New Jersey Annual Meeting, 2023.

· Keynote Speaker, “Leadership: The Mindset, The Skillset, and The Courage to Act”, Global C-Suite Program, Wharton Executive Education, 2023.

· Keynote Speaker, “Building High-Performing Teams”, Buccino Leadership Institute, 2023 & 2024.

· Panelist, “Navigating Leadership, Disruption, and Innovation when Engaging Wicked Problems”, Civilizational Prospects Conference, Seton Hall University, hosted by the Center for Vocation & Servant Leadership and the Center for Catholic Studies.

· Panelist, “Generative AI and Higher Education”, Impact Talk Series, Seton Hall University.

Kansal, R., Shannon, J. (2023) A Growth & Innovation Framework for Institutions of Higher Education. Medium, [February, 2023]·

Kansal, R., Shannon, J., & Simon, A. (2023). Disruption, Innovation, Leadership, and Building Our Future. In The Lead, Fall 2023.

· Kansal, R. (2023). The Patient Will See You When? And Where? Wharton Healthcare Quarterly.

· Kansal, R. (2021). Is It Time for a New Narrative in Healthcare? Wharton Healthcare Quarterly.

· Kansal, R. (2019). Growing Market Position Through Strategic Partnerships in Healthcare. Wharton Healthcare Quarterly.

· Kansal, R. (2018). Biopharma Needs a New R&D, Innovation Model. MedCity News.

· Kansal, R. (2018). The Biopharma-Led Platform Business Model in Healthcare. PharmExec.

• NJ Society of Information Management, Active Member, Board of Trustees, 01/01/23, 12/31/24
• Cyrenius H. Booth Library, Active Member, Board of Trustees, 01/01/22, 12/31/23
• Stanford Medicine X, Active Member, Board of Advisors, 01/01/14, 12/31/17