Marlene Grenon, MD, MBA
About Marlene Grenon, MD, MBA
Marlene Grenon, MD, MBA, is a founding charter member with extensive experience in medicine, technology, and entrepreneurship. She currently serves as a venture partner at IA Seed Ventures and holds various advisory roles, while also having a significant academic background and a focus on integrating ESG frameworks in business.
Work at CELS - Canadian Entrepreneurs in Life Science
Marlene Grenon serves as a Founding Charter Member at CELS - Canadian Entrepreneurs in Life Science since 2023. In this role, she contributes to fostering entrepreneurship within the life sciences sector, leveraging her extensive experience in medicine and business to support emerging ventures.
Education and Expertise
Marlene Grenon holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from McGill University and an Executive MBA from both IE Business School and Brown University. She also completed a Post-doctoral fellowship in Aerospace Medicine at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Additionally, she earned a Diploma in Space Studies from the International Space University. Her educational background supports her expertise in both medical and business domains.
Background in Medicine and Academia
Marlene Grenon has a significant background in medicine, having worked as a Vascular Surgeon and Associate Professor at the University of California, San Francisco from 2010 to 2021. She currently holds the position of Director of Digital Health and AI, Innovation Ventures at UCSF since 2019. Her academic roles have included advising and conducting research in various medical fields, including aviation medicine and space travel.
Achievements in Research and Publications
Marlene Grenon has authored over 75 peer-reviewed publications and has presented more than 100 times at national and international meetings. Her research contributions span various medical disciplines, reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge in her fields of expertise.
Current Roles and Advisory Positions
Marlene Grenon currently holds multiple advisory and board positions. She is an Independent Board Director at CareSimple and THORASYS Thoracic Medical Systems Inc., both since 2022. Additionally, she serves as a Clinical and Scientific Advisor at Trial Library and as a Sustainability and Medical Advisor at AssistIQ, showcasing her diverse involvement in health tech and sustainability initiatives.