Antonio Spina
About Antonio Spina
Antonio Spina serves as the Lead for Digital and AI Health at the World Economic Forum, where he focuses on digital healthcare transformation. With a background in biomedical engineering and extensive experience across various organizations, he collaborates with global leaders to advance healthcare initiatives.
Work at World Economic Forum
Antonio Spina serves as the Lead for Digital and AI Health at the World Economic Forum since 2022. In this role, he leads the Digital Health Action Alliance (DHAA), which focuses on the transformation of digital healthcare. His responsibilities include engaging with multilateral organizations, NGOs, and government ministries, particularly in the areas of health and information and communication technology. Spina collaborates with C Suite leadership from Fortune 100/500 companies and CEOs of startups and scale-ups to drive initiatives in digital health.
Education and Expertise
Antonio Spina studied Biomedical/Medical Engineering at The Johns Hopkins University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in digital health and AI applications. Spina's expertise encompasses critical areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, telemedicine, and extended reality, which are essential for advancing healthcare technology.
Professional Background
Antonio Spina has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles and organizations. He worked as an Analytical Biotechnology professional at AstraZeneca for three months in 2015. Prior to that, he served as a Research Assistant at Universität zu Köln for two months in 2014. His career also includes a three-year tenure as an Instructional Designer at EAI Learning from 2011 to 2014. Spina has held significant positions at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Boston Consulting Group, contributing to strategy and consulting in life sciences.
Achievements in Consulting and Leadership
During his time at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), Antonio Spina held multiple roles, including Consultant from 2016 to 2021 and Project Leader from 2021 to 2022. He worked across Africa and North America, focusing on strategic initiatives in the healthcare sector. His leadership experience includes managing teams and projects that engage with high-level stakeholders, including government ministries and international organizations, to promote healthcare advancements.
Global Experience and Collaborations
Antonio Spina has significant international exposure, having worked on global and regional efforts in North America, Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa, India, the Middle East, and China. His role at the World Economic Forum involves collaboration with various stakeholders, including government departments and NGOs, to address healthcare challenges and implement digital health solutions.