Lisa Carmel
About Lisa Carmel
Lisa Carmel serves as the Executive Vice President of Global Strategic Partnerships at Veranex and is the Chair of the Medtech Women Advisory Board. She actively contributes to various organizations, focusing on advancing women's roles in the medtech sector and providing guidance to startups and entrepreneurs.
Work at MedtechWOMEN
Lisa Carmel serves as the Advisory Board Chair at MedtechWOMEN since 2024. In this role, she focuses on advancing women's participation and leadership within the medtech industry. Her involvement includes co-chairing the MedtechWomen’s Annual Medtech Vision Conference in 2021-22, which aimed to promote and support women's roles in the sector. Through her leadership, she contributes to initiatives that empower women and foster diversity in medtech.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Lisa Carmel holds multiple positions in various organizations. She is the Executive Vice President of Global Strategic Partnerships at Veranex, a role she has maintained since 2019. Additionally, she is a member of the Board of Directors and Executive Committee at MarinHealth Medical Center, serving since 2022. She also participates in leadership roles at How Women Lead and the UCLA Technology Development Group. Furthermore, she is involved with the Mayo Clinic as Chair of the Executive Steering Committee for the Beahrs Surgical Innovation Summit and serves on the Medical Device Advisory Council at Cleveland Clinic.
Education and Expertise
Lisa Carmel has a strong educational background in international relations and political science, having studied at Wittenberg University. She also attended L'Institut d'Etudes Europeenes in conjunction with Sorbonne University, where she focused on French, History, and Political Economics. This diverse educational foundation supports her expertise in strategic partnerships and leadership within the medtech industry.
Achievements in Medtech Leadership
Lisa Carmel has made significant contributions to the medtech field through various leadership roles. She has authored the Medtech Pioneers blog at Veranex, which emphasizes innovation and leadership in the industry. Additionally, she serves as an advisor to the Red Crow Angel Investor platform, providing guidance to startups and entrepreneurs. Her role as a judge and mentor at MedTech Innovator further showcases her commitment to fostering innovation and supporting emerging leaders in the medtech space.