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CRDF GlobalDirector, Global Health
Dec. 2024United StatesHaving worked extensively in the field of poverty-associated infectious diseases, I am well-versed in the public health aspects of research and its implications. My experience in collaborating with various stakeholders, including UN, Gavi, the private sector and World Bank systems, has honed my ability to navigate complex organizational structures and drive impactful change. I have been a core member of the Wilton Park initiative to advocate for more focus and resources to prevent the increase in antimicrobial resistance and in tandem managed several country grants in Senegal, Zambia and Vietnam to test interventions and improve data quality. I am particularly drawn to CRDF’s mission of multisectoral and scalable approaches that promote collaborative partnerships and country-led solutions for sustainability and self-reliance. I have spent my career focused on the subnational level to engage with community health workers and traditional and religious leaders to enhance surveillance for priority diseases. My commitment to building partnerships, promoting evidence-based practices, and advocating for research in disease-endemic countries aligns closely with CRDF's vision and values. My educational background, which includes a PhD in virology and epidemiology, as well as a Master of Science in environmental health, coupled with my extensive field experience in more than 40 countries, makes this new job humbling and I hope I can live up to the wonderful mission of CRDF Global. I am eager to bring my expertise in research, leadership, and strategic planning to CDRF Global and contribute to its continued success in addressing global health challenges.
Linda Venczel Wildflower Global Health ServicesSenior Epidemiologist
Jul. 2024Seattle, Washington, United States
PATHDirector
Jan. 2018 - Jul. 2024Greater Seattle AreaI am the Director of projects spanning over 16 countries in Africa and Asia that focus on Global Health Security, surveillance and diagnostic networks. I also develop strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance and specialize in outbreak preparedness and response. Our team thrives through a leadership style that is not afraid of risk and rewards innovative thinking.
PATHDirector, Global Health Security Program, PATH
Sep. 2014 - Dec. 2024Seatttle, Washington, USA
Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationSenior Program Officer
Sep. 2007 - Apr. 2012SeattleManaged more than 15 grants with net worth of other 7M and was lead for research on polio. Coordinated with other groups throughout the world on modeling and vaccine trials.
former Senior Program Officer BMGFIndependent Consultant, Immunization, Epidemiology and Global Health
Aug. 1997 - Mar. 2013Seattle, Africa, South America, HaitiConsulted on polio eradication activities and the Expanded Program on Immunization global activities
Centers for Disease Control and PreventionDeputy Branch Chief
May. 1994 - Jun. 1997Greater Atlanta AreaDeputy Director for the Polio Eradication Branch, Global Immunization Division
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