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Board of Directors

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President, Executive Director

Dr. Tania M. 

Dr. Tania Marie Martin-Mercado, MS, MPH, affectionately known as Dr. Tania, is the President and Executive Director of the Gwen Lily Research Foundation, where she pioneers advancements in genomics, precision medicine, and public health. 

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Board Member, Treasurer

Damon House

Damon House, Treasurer and Board Member of the Gwen Lily Research Foundation, brings over 25 years of experience in digital innovation, technology management, strategic planning, and project management. 

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Board Member, Secretary

Yvonne Rodriguez

Yvonne Rodriguez, Secretary and Board Member of the Gwen Lily Research Foundation, is the founder of Egality Sciences with over 20 years of clinical research experience, to include impactful DEI projects at AstraZeneca. 

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Board Member

Alexine Tranquada

Alexine Tranquada, an award-winning pharmaceutical expert with 25 years of experience in global commercial roles at Schering-Plough and Merck, is a Board Member of the Gwen Lily Research Foundation. 

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