Catherine Calarco
About Catherine Calarco
Catherine Calarco serves as a Board Member at Optomed Plc and is a member of Chief, contributing to leadership and innovation initiatives. With extensive experience in the healthcare and technology sectors, she specializes in integrating AI into healthcare and holds numerous international patents.
Work at Astia
Catherine Calarco has served on the Board of Advisors at Astia since 2007. In this role, she contributes to the organization's mission of supporting women entrepreneurs and fostering innovation. Her extensive experience in leadership and technology informs her advisory capacity, helping to shape strategic initiatives that empower women in business.
Current Roles and Memberships
Catherine currently holds multiple positions, including Board Member at Optomed Plc since 2023 and a member of Chief since 2021. At Optomed, she focuses on research and development in Finland and oversees sales across over 60 countries. Her involvement with Chief emphasizes her commitment to women's leadership and professional development.
Previous Experience at Automation Anywhere
Catherine Calarco worked at Automation Anywhere from 2018 to 2022, where she held several leadership roles. She served as Senior Director of Industry Strategy & Global Lead for Life Sciences, followed by Vice President of Global Go to Market and Innovation Evangelism. Her work involved driving market strategies and fostering innovation within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Catherine Calarco earned her MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management, where she studied from 2005 to 2006. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Biology and Chemistry from California State University, Chico, and participated in the Marine Options Program at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Her educational background supports her expertise in integrating artificial intelligence into healthcare.
Contributions to Healthcare Innovation
Catherine specializes in integrating AI into healthcare, focusing on transforming the diagnostic process for blinding eye diseases at Optomed. She actively contributes to the development of handheld fundus cameras and software solutions that enhance diagnostic capabilities. Additionally, she hosts the radio show 'Humanity Evolve,' which explores innovative ideas in various fields.