Mark Allen

Mark Allen is an accomplished professional with over 20 years of experience in the private and international development sectors. Currently serving as Executive Director of Health Equity at Merck & Co., Inc., Mark is responsible for strategic partnerships and digital solutions. Previously, Mark held the position of Director of Strategic Partnerships & Global Programs at Merck for Mothers, overseeing global investments and partnerships to enhance impact. Mark's extensive experience includes leadership roles at organizations such as Malaria No More, where management of a $4.25 million budget and programs across several African countries was a key responsibility. Mark's background also encompasses high-net-worth fundraising at Touch Foundation, organizational strategy at SunTrust Bank, micro-enterprise development with the Peace Corps, and strategic consulting at both Manugistics and Accenture. Mark holds a Master of International Affairs from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Industrial Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology.