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Welcome to the Rypple Team
The Rypple Team
Ushma Issar
CEO | Founder
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Ushma, with a decade of global experience in the medical device industry, excelled in sales. However, discomfort grew as success correlated with illness. This realization spurred her to found Rypple in 2023, aiming to reshape healthcare incentives.
Ash Norman
CPO (Chief Policy Officer) | Co-Founder
Ash is a visionary health policy expert dedicated to transforming healthcare through innovative, patient-centered approaches. She bridges knowledge gaps, champions proactive wellness, and drives systemic change in global health infrastructure.
Daniela de Paiva
CIO (Chief Impact Officer)
Daniela is a visionary leader dedicated to transforming complex challenges into catalysts for systemic change. She bridges innovation ecosystems, sustainability frameworks, and cross-sector partnerships to create solutions that deliver profound, measurable impact across diverse environments and industries
Giverny Wright
Public Health Professional
Giverny's passion for public health grew from her awareness of global health disparities. Pursuing a postgraduate degree, she gained insight into addressing these inequalities. Experienced in epidemiology, she tackles diverse health issues with dedication and expertise.
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Dr Varsha Pavithran
Public Health Professional
Dr. Pavithran, a researcher with an MDS in Public Health from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, focuses on affordable preventive health solutions. Experienced in academia, she specializes in Dental Public Health and Epidemiology, contributing as an editorial board member and peer-reviewer for scientific journals.
Shahd Mohamed
Fundraising
Shahd, equipped with a Bachelor's in Pharmacy and healthcare expertise, is pursuing a Master's in Healthcare Management, Economics and Policy, advocating for equitable global health systems and policy evaluation.
Emil Ciereszko
Social Media Manager
Emil crafts impactful social media strategies to promote Rypple’s mission of proactive health, inspiring communities to prioritize well-being and support preventive policies.
Zoe Shuzao Liu
Public Health Researcher
Zoe holds a Master’s in Human Geography and Spatial Planning from Utrecht University. She is passionate about enhancing human habitats through sustainable development and is dedicated to making a positive impact through her work with NGOs and volunteer initiatives.
Esther Mamyiye Kallon
Partnerships and Advocacy
Esther Mamyiye Kallon is a passionate advocate for gender equality, human rights, and social justice. With expertise in international development, she specializes in program development, advocacy, and capacity building, promoting feminist, survivor-centered approaches to address inequality and amplify marginalized voices globally.
Marina Popova
Finance
Marina is a financial controller with a Bachelor's in Economics and Finance, experienced in bookkeeping, accounting, and diverse industries, including nonprofits and corporate finance. Passionate about societal impact, she thrives on challenges and lifelong learning.
Charlotte Ankers
Researcher
Charlotte is a political science student passionate about advocating for healthcare accessibility. Through research in global health and security, she focuses on ensuring marginalized communities have guaranteed access to healthcare.
Youssef Elwan
Health Economist
Youssef Elwan, a health economist, drives healthcare improvement through research, economic evaluations, and policy analysis, focusing on evidence-based decisions that enhance patient care and societal health outcomes.
Ilona Osrajnik
Legal Consultant
Ilona is a driven young legal professional passionate about promoting systemic changes, crafting innovative policies, and advocating for sustainable solutions. With experience in legal counselling, regulatory compliance, and policy development, she is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and empowering communities.
Nachiket Kondhalkar
Health Economist
Nachiket is a data scientist and systems thinker with a background in Engineering and Policy Analysis. He holds an MSc from TU Delft and has worked on projects addressing transportation resilience, flood-risk prevention, and financial stability. Skilled in agent-based modeling, and geospatial analysis, he combines technical expertise with a passion for taking on societal grand challenges.
Ioannis Andreou
Health Economist
Ioannis Andreou, a health economist with dual master’s degrees, excels in HTA, data analytics, and modeling, using evidence-based research to optimize healthcare decisions, resource allocation, and preventative care initiatives.
Elissavet Mina
Health Economist
Elissavet Mina is a health economist passionate about transforming healthcare through innovative research and evidence-based policies. With expertise in statistical evaluations, health technology assessment, and preventive health behaviors, she combines precision in quantitative methods with a focus on practical, patient-driven solutions.
Pamela Sleiman
Health Economist
Pamela is a multilingual Public Health specialist with 9+ years of experience across humanitarian contexts. She leads healthcare initiatives, manages donor programs, and consults internationally, focusing on system strengthening and vulnerable populations.
Abdalla Gouda
Health Economist
Abdalla Gouda, a pharmacist and health economics scholar, combines expertise in clinical research and health technology with evidence-based approaches to optimize healthcare systems and address public health challenges effectively.
Sarah Gaudenzi
Legal Consultant
Sarah is a driven young legal professional passionate about advancing human rights and transitional justice. With expertise in international law, victim representation, and advocacy work, she is dedicated to promoting justice and empowering communities through meaningful systemic change.
Valentina Nazal Wiedmaier
Legal Consultant
Valentina is a dedicated legal professional with a strong passion for human rights and advocating for equal opportunities. With a background in legal counseling, Valentina works to provide legal guidance while promoting social justice and fairness. Committed to empowering individuals and communities, she strives to create a more equitable society through legal expertise and advocacy.
Linda Mulunda
Health Economist
Linda is a dedicated public health professional with a strong focus on health economics and reducing health inequalities. Her public health role has involved shaping healthcare policies and practices to meet target population needs. With hands-on experience in health promotion and clinical trials, she has contributed to screening programs, diagnostic interventions, and minority representation monitoring, while advocating for improved population health outcomes through evidence-based policies.
Miranda Alcaraz
Government Relations and Business Development
Miranda, a political scientist specializing in international relations, is pursuing a Master’s in Crisis and Security Management at Leiden University. With experience in policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement as a Strategy Coordinator and Board Member at a green political party, she also brings strong communication and negotiation skills from her time as a Heineken Brand Ambassador. At Rypple, she connects government relations and sales to foster impactful partnerships for policy change.
Lana Vujosevic
Health Economist
Lana is a research-driven health economist passionate about harnessing quantitative methods to shape evidence-based policies. With a robust background in evaluating healthcare systems and a commitment to interdisciplinary research, she strives to drive global improvements in healthcare decision-making.
Kamil Kasik
Fundraiser
Kamil is a political science student dedicated to shaping inclusive and effective healthcare policies. Passionate about global health equity and international humanitarian law, Kamil focuses on advocating for preventive care and strengthening healthcare systems to ensure accessibility for minorities and those in need.
Abubakar N.
Communications
Abubakar holds a Master's in Communication from Georgetown University and a Bachelor in Foreign Service. He combines expertise in public affairs, policy, and media research with experience at the IMF to drive impactful strategic communication initiatives.
Christine Rezk
Communications
Christine Rezk is a strategic communications specialist with expertise in content creation and media engagement. She excels at storytelling through podcasting, photography, and digital production, crafting compelling narratives that drive social change and enhance brand visibility through impactful campaigns.
Saanika Kala
Communications
Saanika is an MBA-qualified Corporate Communications Specialist with six years' experience in project management, business strategy, digital media and journalism, seeking impactful social innovation opportunities.
Roshani Gupta
Communications
Roshani is a content moderation and finance professional combining digital engagement expertise with strong analytical and organizational skills to drive impactful communications for social innovation.
Catalina Hurtado
Communications
Catalina Hurtado is a Political Scientist and communications expert. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science: International Relations and Organisations from Leiden University. She has worked for a wide variety of NGOs in The Hague and across Europe. Catalina has an avid passion for community engagement and social entrepreneurship.
Janice Prentice
Government Relations
Janice is a management consultant with 20 years’ international experience across government, charity, and private sectors. She delivers impactful projects while championing equity, inclusion, and systemic change in public services, health, and social impact, fostering diverse perspectives and inclusive cultures.
Advisory Board
Dr. Simon L Bacon, PhD, FTOS, FCCS, FABMR
Professor and CIHR SPOR Chair in Innovative, Patient-Oriented, Behavioural Clinical Trials, Health, Kinesiology and Applied Physiology
Professor Bacon is a renowned professor and behavioral scientist who develops interventions for high-risk behaviors at individual, industry, and policy levels. His acclaimed multidisciplinary research focuses on health behaviors to reduce chronic diseases.
Lindsay Clerkx
Health Industry Expert
Lindsay Clerkx is an experienced Human Resources Director with a huge track record in the medical device industry, demonstrating passion and proven success in organizational, team, and leadership development across multiple healthcare technology organizations.
Prof. Dr. Wim Groot
Professor of Health Economics. Professor of Evidence Based Education.
Wim Groot, a distinguished professor of Health Economics and Evidence Based Education at Maastricht University since 1998, has published over 300 papers, advised international organizations, and served on numerous prestigious boards while mentoring 34 PhD students.
John Ganzi
System Transformation Expert
John Ganzi, a renowned expert in climate and sustainability, has an extensive track record working with governments on system transformation. He helps organizations identify climate-related opportunities and risks through CCRMI's specialized educational programs across multiple continents.