Annie Feighery, MPA, EdD

Annie Feighery has a strong background in technology, public health, and international development. Annie is currently the CEO of Solstice, a data management platform designed for emerging markets. Prior to Solstice, Annie was the CEO and Founding Partner of mWater, a tech platform focused on water, sanitation, and health. Annie has also worked as a Doctoral Fellow at Columbia University, researching technology-based communication platforms for low-resource health promotion efforts. Additionally, Annie has experience working with advocacy organizations, multilateral organizations, and international development NGOs. Annie has held roles as a researcher, consultant, and intern in various organizations. Annie's work experience spans across various sectors, all with a focus on utilizing technology and data to improve health and development outcomes.

Annie Feighery, MPA, EdD has an extensive education history. Annie earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Anthropology from The University of Texas at El Paso, graduating between the years of 1995 and 1999. Later, they pursued further education at Columbia | SIPA, where they completed a Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree in Environmental Science and Public Policy from 2005 to 2006. Following this, they attended Teachers College, Columbia University, where they obtained a Master of Education (EdM) degree in International Educational Development from 2007 to 2008. Lastly, Annie Feighery completed their Doctor of Education (EdD) degree in Health and Behavior Studies, specifically focusing on Health Education, at Teachers College, Columbia University, between the years of 2008 and 2012.