Vivek Ganapathy Ramaswamy was born on August 9, 1985, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Indian immigrant parents who had come to the United States seeking opportunities and a better life. Growing up in a family that valued hard work and education, Ramaswamy excelled academically from a young age.
His journey took him from Cincinnati to the prestigious halls of Harvard University, where he pursued a bachelor's degree in biology. Driven by a passion for both science and law, Ramaswamy later earned a law degree from Yale Law School. His early career saw him working as an investment partner at a hedge fund, where he honed his skills in the financial sector.
In 2014, Ramaswamy channeled his entrepreneurial spirit into founding Roivant Sciences, a pharmaceutical company dedicated to advancing drug development and addressing unmet medical needs. Under his leadership, Roivant Sciences became known for its innovative approach to drug development, making a significant impact in the biotech industry.