Lisa McDonald

Lisa McDonald is a prominent figure in global health, currently serving as the President of the Board of Directors at the Global Health Security Fund, a Geneva-based nonprofit focused on supporting impact investments in health security innovations. Her leadership role emphasizes enhancing global health security through innovative solutions and partnerships.34

Professional Background

• Education: Dr. McDonald holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Yale University School of Medicine, a Master of Science in Technology Commercialization (MSTC) from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the same institution, where she graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.12

• Current Roles:

  • Director of Healthcare at the Austin Technology Incubator (ATI), where she supports early-stage healthcare companies and drives innovation in the healthcare sector.12
  • Co-Founder of PandemicTech, a virtual incubator that connects technology and global health communities to tackle pandemic challenges. This initiative aims to support innovators, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.12

• Previous Experience: Dr. McDonald has extensive experience in global health consultancy and has been involved in various initiatives aimed at strengthening health systems and addressing public health emergencies. She co-founded Endura Ventures, which focuses on delivering impactful programs through public-private partnerships.12

Contributions to Global Health

Dr. McDonald has been instrumental in forming the Texas Global Health Security Innovation Consortium (TEXGHS), which aims to enhance community responses to global health security threats. Her work includes collaboration with organizations like WHO to foster innovation in health security.13

Her commitment to mentoring and supporting entrepreneurs in the healthcare sector further underscores her dedication to transforming health systems globally.2