Nicole Parada

Nicole Parada is a problem-solver, storyteller, and Global Health advocate based in New York. With over 8 years of healthcare experience, she has diversified roles in patient advocacy, clinical research, data management, nonprofit development, and public health consulting. Her focus on human-centered design drives her passion for creative problem-solving.

Nicole's recent ventures into entrepreneurship have delved into operations, product design, and development with a specialization in digital health. With accolades like being the 2018 NYU Healthcare Makerthon Winner and a 2019 NYU InnoVention Quarterfinalist, her innovative spirit is evident. She was also part of the 2020 World Food Programme (WFP) Innovation Accelerator, securing $60K for a pilot project in the Sprint Programme.

Educationally, Nicole holds a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Global Health and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Politics, both from New York University. Her academic pursuits complement her practical experiences and feed her drive to contribute to achieving the sustainable development goals.

In her professional journey, Nicole has served in various capacities, including Clinical Trial Lead at Reify Health, roles at Emergency Data Relief's COVID-19 data project, and responsibilities at capracare, World Food Programme, NYU Applied Global Public Health Initiative, NYU Empower Lab, and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Her diverse background showcases her adaptability and commitment to making a difference in the healthcare landscape.