Elise Mann

Elise Mann is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in global water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) initiatives. Serving as the Global WASH Director at iDE since October 2019, Elise has played a key role in designing and implementing market-based interventions to enhance health outcomes and strengthen local entrepreneurs across Asia and Africa. Prior experience includes roles as Gender and Climate Consultant at the International Center for Research on Women, Community Health Specialist at Partners In Health, and various positions focused on research and policy at the University of Denver, the Office of the Governor of Colorado, and The Aspen Institute. Elise holds a Master's degree in International Development and Global Health Affairs from the University of Denver and a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, complemented by specialized training in global health leadership at Yale University.