Joel Krikston

Joel Krikston serves as Managing Director of Venture Investments at Merck Global Health Innovation Fund, focusing on breakthrough healthcare innovations aligned with Merck's pharmaceutical and vaccine initiatives. Krikston also co-founded MSD Idea Studios and holds various board positions, including Director at Cancer IQ and Infectious Disease Connect, and Observer roles at Verana Health and GNS Healthcare. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Finance from NYU Stern School of Business and multiple certificates in healthcare innovation and leadership from prestigious institutions.