Leif G. Romell

Leif G. Romell is an accomplished finance and operational efficiency expert with extensive experience in global organizations. Currently residing at Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, Leif leads initiatives for financial compliance and risk management, particularly in response to the Covax initiative. Prior experience includes serving as Operational Efficiency Lead at The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, where Leif enhanced grant management processes to maximize the impact of donor funds. Previous roles at KPMG UK involved advising pharmaceutical clients on finance strategies, while leadership positions at AstraZeneca focused on finance transformation and operational efficiency improvements. Leif's career began at The Boston Consulting Group, where strategic consulting contributed to significant financial enhancements for clients. Educational credentials encompass a Master’s degree in Economics and Business Administration from Stockholm School of Economics and an MBA in International Business from Ivey Business School at Western University, complemented by studies at Stanford University.