ekincare, a leading AI-driven preventive healthcare platform, has announced the promotion of Somak Ray to the role of Co-founder, entrusting him with steering the company’s ambitious expansion plans
ekincare, a leading AI-driven preventive healthcare platform, has announced the promotion of Somak Ray to the role of Co-founder, entrusting him with steering the company’s ambitious expansion plans both domestically and internationally.
Since joining ekincare in 2016, Somak Ray has been instrumental in building the company’s operational backbone and scaling its service delivery network. A graduate of NIT Surat and XLRI Jamshedpur, Somak brought a unique mix of technical expertise and business acumen, playing a pivotal role in some of ekincare’s landmark initiatives.
His key contributions include:
In his new role as Co-founder, Somak will oversee the scaling of ekincare’s operations, spearhead strategic partnerships, and identify new avenues for growth in both domestic and international markets. His promotion reflects the company’s focus on reinforcing leadership as it prepares for sustainable expansion.
Kiran Kalakuntla, CEO & Co-founder of ekincare, said,
“Somak’s experience and consistency have played a big role in shaping ekincare’s growth story so far. This elevation is just the beginning of an exciting new phase for him and for us. As we set our sights on expanding globally, I’m confident his leadership will help us scale faster, serve our customers better, and create lasting impact in the markets we enter.”
Commenting on his new role, Somak Ray expressed his commitment:
“I’m honored to play a larger role in ekincare’s journey. In this expanded role, my focus will be on advancing our mission globally; making preventive and primary healthcare more accessible, technology-enabled, and outcome-driven for enterprises and their employees.”
With nearly a decade of experience in scaling teams, optimizing processes, and managing healthcare logistics, Somak’s elevation signals ekincare’s strategic emphasis on leadership strength to fuel its next growth phase.
Founded in 2014 by Kiran Kalakuntla, ekincare is transforming corporate wellness and personal health through AI-driven, personalized preventive healthcare solutions. By combining advanced data analytics with services such as telemedicine, e-pharmacy, and health risk assessments, ekincare simplifies healthcare management for businesses and individuals alike.
The platform’s holistic approach to health includes enabling cashless health services through an extensive network of providers, making healthcare seamless and affordable.
As the healthcare landscape evolves, especially in a post-pandemic world, the demand for accessible, tech-enabled preventive care is surging. ekincare’s decision to elevate Somak Ray reflects its readiness to meet this demand head-on, positioning the company to capture new markets globally.
This leadership move also reinforces confidence among stakeholders, signaling a long-term vision focused on innovation, scale, and measurable health outcomes.
ekincare’s promotion of Somak Ray to Co-founder marks a key moment in the company’s journey. With Somak at the helm of operations and strategic growth, ekincare is poised to accelerate its mission of making healthcare more accessible, efficient, and impactful—not just in India but across the globe.
The future looks promising for ekincare as it prepares to expand its footprint, backed by strong leadership and a proven track record in healthcare innovation.
