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Driving Growth and Building Strong Teams at Spring Bio Solution
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Dateline: Washington, DC
Tuesday, August 26, 2025

 

Spring Bio Solution-Logo Final-c2c-01When Spring Bio Solution (SBS) launched in 2020 in the US, it was a small company in a competitive and highly regulated industry. Four years later, the company has achieved significant growth, and one of the key people behind that success is Nikhila Shashikanth.

In recognition of her contributions, Nikhila received two honors at the 2024 Stevie Awards for Women in Business: a Silver Stevie Award for Female Employee of the Year in Business, and a Bronze Stevie for Female Executive of the Year in Business Services with 10 or Less Employees.

Spring Bio Solution
SBS is a licensed wholesale distributor in the pharmaceutical space. The company specializes in sourcing and supplying Reference Listed Drugs (RLDs), comparator drugs, and various medical devices to pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organizations (CROs), and research institutions. Spring Bio Solution supports the clinical trial and research processes by ensuring reliable access to these key pharmaceutical products.In addition to its core distribution activities, SBS also supports logistical and regulatory needs within the pharmaceutical supply chain including serialization services. The company handles sourcing, compliance, and distribution in accordance with industry standards, positioning itself as a trusted partner for organizations needing consistent, compliant access to critical drugs and devices.Business Growth and Operational Successheadshot
Nikhila serves as the Director of Business Development and Operations at SBS. Her role involves overseeing the company's business strategy, operations, and regulatory compliance. She joined SBS as a Manager when the company was founded and quickly advanced through senior roles before assuming her current position.Under Nikhila’s leadership, SBS has seen strong revenue growth, with revenues increasing by more than 125% between 2022 and 2024. This reflects a period of significant expansion for a company of its size.She has also focused on improving efficiency and maintaining compliance in a heavily regulated sector. This includes managing customer and regulatory audits, as well as anticipating changes in industry requirements.In addition, Nikhila’s approach to leadership emphasizes both performance and employee development. Managing such a dynamic environment presents daily challenges, and Nikhila approaches each challenge with a deep passion for her work and a solution-oriented mindset. Her management style is deeply empathetic, dedicating considerable time and effort to understanding and addressing her team's needs.This empathetic leadership has not only driven successful project outcomes but has also cultivated a supportive and motivated workplace. She has created an environment where team members can advance into leadership roles, and the company has maintained an employee retention rate significantly higher than the industry average.Alongside her work at SBS, Nikhila has been pursuing a dual degree at Cornell University: An Executive MBA and an MS in Healthcare Leadership. Since winning her Stevie Awards, she has graduated with distinction. She attended classes on weekends while continuing her responsibilities at SBS during the week.

Nikhila’s story reflects how strategic thinking, continuous learning, and a people-first approach can drive success in a competitive industry. Her ability to balance operational responsibilities with academic advancement demonstrates a commitment to both personal and organizational growth.

Nikhila Shashikanth won Silver and Bronze Stevie Awards for Female Employee of the Year – Business and for Female Executive of the Year – Business Services (10 or Less Employees), respectively, in the 2024 Stevie Awards for Women in Business.

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