Leah Brown is a licensed attorney, mediator, and experienced entrepreneur in the life sciences and healthcare sectors. With over 20 years of expertise, she has co-founded several successful companies, including Acnos Pharma CTS, a global provider of drug sourcing and supply services for clinical trials; A10 Clinical Solutions, a clinical research organization; and the Diversity Alliance for Science, a non-profit dedicated to supporting and mentoring diverse and small businesses in the life sciences.In addition, Leah has held numerous corporate executive and board roles, including positions on the executive board of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), the Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, MV Mediation Program, the NC State University Institute of Emerging Issues, MV Community Services and the board of Duke Raleigh Hospital. Her contributions to leadership, innovation, and social impact have earned her several prestigious awards, such as the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the US Department of Commerce Minority Business Person of the Year Award, and recognition as one of Fortune's Top 10 Women Entrepreneurs. Leah is committed to promoting inclusive procurement practices, creating job opportunities, supporting small businesses, and advancing health research and development.
Listed skills include Leadership, Healthcare, Strategic Planning, Management, and 35 others.