Former Advisor to Health Minister Eshan Naik Joins EnterpriseHealth as Life Sciences Lead
EnterpriseHealth is proud to welcome Eshan Naik as Lead, Life Sciences, bringing unparalleled experience at the intersection of science, policy, and health strategy.
Eshan joins EnterpriseHealth after serving as Deputy Chief of Staff and Director of Policy to Canada’s Minister of Health, where he led the development of the federal health budget and played a key role in modernizing the country’s regulatory framework for drugs and medical devices to improve access to innovative health products. He was also instrumental in launching Health Emergency Readiness Canada (HERC) and advancing significant investments to help commercialize large-scale biomanufacturing and life science projects in the pandemic preparedness context.
With deep experience in both sciences and government, Eshan will support clients across the biomanufacturing, pharmaceutical, research, and health innovation sectors as they navigate government, advance national strategies, and drive systemic change. His early career in genomics research, paired with nearly a decade in federal politics, gives him a unique perspective on how Canada can better integrate science and innovation into health policy.
“More and more life sciences companies are turning to us for strategic support and advice on how to navigate and shape health policy. We’re thrilled to have Eshan join our team to lead these efforts and provide our clients with the expertise they need to succeed,” says Katie Heelis, Senior Vice President and Lead, EnterpriseHealth. “With his deep experience shaping major federal health decisions and former hands-on research experience, Eshan will be vital in supporting our clients across the country.”
Eshan’s appointment reflects EnterpriseHealth’s commitment to delivering unmatched policy and political expertise to support health clients across Canada.
About EnterpriseHealth:
EnterpriseHealth is Canada’s leading strategic communications and public affairs practice dedicated to the health sector. A division of Enterprise Canada, we help clients navigate the complexity of the health care landscape and position themselves to lead in a rapidly evolving system.