Liesel Vaidya
About Liesel Vaidya
Liesel Vaidya is a founding member of The Fourth Effect and has held various roles in technology and health innovation. She has received recognition from Forbes and Fortune for her contributions to digital health and sexual assault prevention.
Current Role at The Fourth Effect
Liesel Vaidya serves as a Founding Member at The Fourth Effect, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she contributes to the organization's mission and strategic direction. Her involvement reflects her commitment to innovation and development within the company.
Previous Experience at On Deck
Liesel Vaidya worked as a Fellow at On Deck for a duration of six months in 2021. This experience allowed her to engage with a network of entrepreneurs and innovators, further enhancing her skills and knowledge in the startup ecosystem.
Background in Technology and Health
Liesel co-founded Leda Health and served as its Chief Technology Officer from 2019 to 2023. Her work focused on advancing digital health solutions, particularly in the area of sexual assault prevention and care. This initiative has been recognized for its impact on health innovation.
Education in Computer Science
Liesel Vaidya earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University at Buffalo, completing her studies from 2014 to 2018. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in technology, which she has applied throughout her career.
Recognition and Achievements
Liesel has been recognized by Fortune for her contributions to digital health innovation and named in Forbes 30 Under 30 for her achievements in transforming sexual assault prevention and care. Additionally, she was featured in Crain's 20 in their 20s for her impactful work in technology and entrepreneurship.