The World Bank’s $12B COVID-19 fund can have lasting impact: Here’s how Efosa Ojomo The World Bank’s $12B COVID-19 fund can have lasting impact: Here’s how For the World Bank to tackle COVID-19 effectively in poor countries, it needs to do more than simply strengthen the healthcare system. Mar 24, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
In the wake of a global pandemic, healthcare coverage ≠ access to care Jessica Plante In the wake of a global pandemic, healthcare coverage ≠ access to care As the coronavirus pandemic takes its toll on our country, a harsh reality is coming to light: America's healthcare system was overburdened to begin with. Mar 24, 2020 Jessica Plante
Innovators Worth Watching: 98point6 Jessica Plante Innovators Worth Watching: 98point6 Traditional primary care use is on the decline. One company is determined to bring primary care straight to patients' pockets. Mar 12, 2020 Jessica Plante
How private equity can win big in Africa Efosa Ojomo How private equity can win big in Africa Private equity has the potential to truly transform lives and create inclusive prosperity in Africa. So why have some of the world’s largest private equity funds floundered on the continent? Mar 5, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
Innovators Worth Watching: Walmart Health Jessica Plante Innovators Worth Watching: Walmart Health Walmart is a household name known for low prices and convenience. Can it use that same model for healthcare? Our latest Innovators Worth Watching finds out. Feb 25, 2020 Jessica Plante
Could social media be the key to cracking chronic disease? Jessica Plante Could social media be the key to cracking chronic disease? Today more than 50% of American citizens are afflicted with a chronic disease. Social media can help. Feb 13, 2020 Jessica Plante
3 tips for innovating in healthcare with 2020 vision Jessica Plante 3 tips for innovating in healthcare with 2020 vision With the new year upon us, it’s a great time for a fresh start in healthcare innovation efforts. Here are some thoughts to keep in mind while doing so. Jan 21, 2020 Jessica Plante
Cutting-edge tech is exciting, but innovations don’t need to be flashy to be impactful Lincoln Wilcox Cutting-edge tech is exciting, but innovations don’t need to be flashy to be impactful While pushing the boundaries of what’s technologically possible is valuable, developing an innovative business model that democratizes access to needed products or services deserves just as much, if not more, praise. Jan 16, 2020 Lincoln Wilcox
Cash transfers to the poor won’t solve poverty Efosa Ojomo Cash transfers to the poor won’t solve poverty Poverty is not fundamentally a resource problem, and pushing resources into poor countries—whether in the form of schools, hospitals, new water installations, or cash—does not result in sustained development. Jan 14, 2020 Efosa Ojomo
A Sherpa’s Guide to Innovation: Autonomous vehicles, Tesla, and AI Rich Alton A Sherpa’s Guide to Innovation: Autonomous vehicles, Tesla, and AI In this episode of A Sherpa's Guide to Innovation, we share insights from our new research paper, The Race for Autonomous Ride-Hailing. Dec 18, 2019 Rich Alton
The key to facilitating change in chronic care management Jessica Plante The key to facilitating change in chronic care management Creating a network of patients and providers can work wonders for chronic disease management. We offer three examples of what these networks can truly do. Dec 17, 2019 Jessica Plante
The power of a roof over one’s head Jessica Plante The power of a roof over one’s head People experiencing homelessness often turn to the ER for care. What if there's a more cost-effective and compassionate solution? Dec 5, 2019 Jessica Plante
