Manage the “X” to get the “Y”

  • Generate superior shareholder return through growth and greater efficiency of cost and cash 
  • Drive the operational vision of the enterprise by managing critical KPIs 
  • Build a strong, empowered team that drives accountability and action 

Monish Patolawala
EVP and Chief Financial Officer
3M 

With more than 25 years of experience leading the financial operations of industrial and healthcare businesses, Monish understands what it takes to drive profitable growth in an ever-changing environment. Monish was drawn to 3M for its history of innovation, ethics and global reach. Prior to his role at 3M, he spent 26 years at GE where he held a variety of roles of increasing responsibility across GE’s businesses. Most recently he served as CFO of GE Healthcare. Monish is a certified chartered accountant and a certified cost accountant. He earned a bachelor’s degree from St. Joseph’s College of Commerce in Bangalore. Outside of work, Monish enjoys reading, music, watching cricket, playing tennis or badminton and spending time with his family.