Anita Watkins

Anita Watkins is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in venture capital, particularly in the healthcare sector. Since May 2012, Anita has served as Managing Director at Rex Health Ventures, focusing on strategic investments in the healthcare industry. Current board roles include positions as Board Observer for Vergent Bioscience and Censinet, and Board Member for Bio54 and Rediscovery Life Sciences. Anita also holds several other board observer roles, demonstrating a commitment to innovation in healthcare technology. Previously, Anita held leadership positions such as Vice President of Government Relations at the University of North Carolina and Legislative Counsel at the North Carolina League of Municipalities. Anita's academic background includes a Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina School of Law, a Master's Degree in City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning, and a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Spanish Language and Literature from North Carolina State University.