Nanodropper Cofounders Named Honorees of Forbes 30 Under 30 List In Healthcare 2021

by | Dec 1, 2020 | Our Company | 0 comments

The Nanodropper, Inc., cofounding team of Mackenzie Andrews, Elias Baker, Allisa Song, and Jennifer Steger, PhD, have been named to the 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 list. Nanodropper is a medical device company offering a first-of-its-kind eyedrop bottle adaptor that reduces droplet size, which is currently saving hundreds of patients and clinics around the country thousands of dollars per year in medication waste.

The Forbes 30 Under 30 list in healthcare 2021 was determined by a panel of recognized leaders in healthcare. This year’s judges were Dr. Wayne Frederick, President of Howard University; Daphne Koller, CEO of Insitro; Arthur Kuan, CEO of CG Oncology and a 2020 Forbes Under 30 alum; and Cami Samuels, Partner of Venrock.

“Seeing this year’s list of honorees makes me hopeful for the future of healthcare, being led by trailblazers that are innovating toward a patient-centered and equitable system,” said Song, Nanodropper’s CEO. She is also an MD candidate at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. “I look forward to continuing to prove that we belong as we fulfill our mission of helping patients take back control of their eye health.”

“With the cofounding team all being under 30 years old, it’s truly an honor to be named to this list together,” said Andrews, Nanodropper’s CCO. “Milestones like this make you pause and reflect on the journey. We met in a lab at the University of Washington, it all started with an idea and a dream.”

“When we first started, all we had was a drawing on a white board, and a passion to help millions of people. It’s amazing how much we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time and with little resources. The 2021 Forbes 30 Under 30 list has such inspiring people and companies. It’s an honor to be on the list with them,” said Baker, Nanodropper’s COO.

“Coming from a family of entrepreneurs, being named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list is personally meaningful for me,” said Dr. Steger, Nanodropper’s CSO. “I’m proud to be part of such a forward-thinking group. We’re changing the world…one drop at a time!”

About Nanodropper, Inc.

 

Nanodropper offers value-based solutions to close health equity gaps while promoting patient education and advocacy. Named after the company’s flagship product, Nanodropper has developed a patient-centered adaptor for eyedrop bottles to reduce the volume of currently oversized eyedrops by more than 70 percent. This will help reduce cost, decrease waste, and minimize potential side effects of vision-saving treatments. Visit www.nanodropper.com to learn more.

Why do I need to attend the onboarding webinar?

 

In the onboarding webinar you’ll learn essential information about using Nanodropper safely and effectively. While the device is simple to use, proper technique is key to ensuring you receive its full benefits. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask our team any questions you may have. We look forward to helping you get started with confidence!

Why do I need to take the onboarding survey?

 

By completing this survey, you’ll provide important information about your current medications, such as cost, bottle usage, and side effects. This helps Nanodropper and MedOne evaluate the program’s success and ensure this benefit can continue to support patients like you in the future. Thank you for your valuable input!

Meet Seema

Scottsdale, AZ

Seema is the Chief Strategy Officer of Kore Power where she leads Strategy and Corporate Development. She previously founded ForeOptics, a management consulting firm specializing in complex transformations; change leadership techniques; and operational turnarounds to help organizations accelerate value capture and unlock business growth and potential. She exhibits deep expertise in designing, streamlining, and managing complex global supply chains and operations.

Meet Chris

Phoenix, AZ

Chris is the Managing Director of Xcellerant Ventures, and CEO of Yoo & Co Accelerators. He is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor, venture capitalist, educator, and developer of new value creation in the Healthcare & Life Sciences industry. Chris has deep knowledge in disruptive technologies and is passionate about seeing great research innovations quickly become fundamental improvements to how we understand health and treat disease.

Meet Katey

Oklahoma City, OK

Katey Letzkus earned her Bachelors in Journalism from Oklahoma State University and is passionate about helping clinics grow and achieve their goals! Through her 14 years of medical sales experience, she has received multiple honors for her work with Plastic Surgeons, Prosthodontists, Oral Surgeons and large med spas to grow their businesses. Her primary goal is to ensure patients with financial hardships receive the eye medications they need while helping businesses save money.

Meet Andrew

New York City, NY

Andrew received his undergraduate degree in Sociology from Temple University in Philadelphia. During his studies, he gained unique insight into various socioeconomic inequities that are affecting our local and global communities. Andrew leverages his diverse work experience to help foster new partnerships and to strengthen existing connections with both patients and eye care professionals.

Meet Brooke

Philadelphia, PA

Brooke received her undergraduate degree in communications and Master’s degree in Public Administration from Florida Gulf Coast University. Brooke was formerly the Executive Director for a Southwest Florida nonprofit offering teen girls leadership and fitness programming. Using her extensive leadership, management, travel and operations experience, Brooke seeks to continue developing new and effective ways to grow the company. Brooke is also leading the charge to build new nonprofit partnerships and expand our mission.

Meet Alena

Washington State

Alena received her degree in chemistry from Western Washington University, fostering her love for all things science and numbers. She uses her analytical background to dive into the data, finding ways to better develop connections with eyecare providers to improve the accessibility and affordability of healthcare.

Meet Robbie

Rochester, MN

Robbie is an entrepreneur and award-winning journalist with a background in marketing and communications. He has contributed to The New York Times, Florida Weekly, and Mayo Clinic's education shield, and was once co-founder and executive editor of a news company in his hometown of Naples, Fla.

Meet Jenny

Tacoma, WA

Jenny’s inquisitive mind and entrepreneurial roots led her to co-found Nanodropper. She recently completed her PhD in pharmacology at the University of Washington, and she has scientific research experience at top academic institutions, including her alma mater Brown University, Harvard Medical School, and UW.

Meet Mackenzie

Denver, CO

Mackenzie is a device design engineer who earned her master’s degree in bioengineering with a focus on technology commercialization from the University of Washington. She is passionate about designing and commercializing solutions to address current healthcare problems, especially to help close health equity gaps.   

Meet Elias

Rochester, MN

Elias is a mechanical engineer specializing in design and prototyping. He loves being involved with startups because they challenge him in new and exciting ways. His broad background includes projects with SpaceX, Spacelabs Healthcare, Kestra Medical Technologies, and McKinstry. His passion is within the biomedical industry, making advances in medical devices.

Meet Allisa

Rochester, MN

Allisa is a physician-entrepreneur and inventor who received her MD from the Mayo Clinic. With a background in Clean Tech, neuroscience, and harm reduction, she is a thought leader in the field of value-based innovation and the visionary behind Nanodropper. Allisa's patient-centered mindset drives Nanodropper's mission. 

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