Dr. Shital Vora
Global Brigades CEO and Co-Founder
Marquette University Commencement Speaker 2024
Dr. Shital Vora is a visionary leader, humanitarian, and trailblazer in global health initiatives. As the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Global Brigades, she spearheads the organization’s mission with unparalleled dedication and expertise.
After graduating from Marquette University, Dr. Vora’s illustrious career began as a Doctor of Physical Therapy, where she honed her skills in orthopedics and sports medicine at one of Chicago’s premier orthopedic practices.
During her tenure at Marquette University, Dr. Vora founded the inaugural medical brigade club, an initiative that has since grown into a global movement
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Under her guidance, Global Brigades has flourished, with over 600 active groups traversing the globe to deliver essential healthcare and education to underserved communities in Honduras, Panama, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Belize, Greece, and Ghana. Dr. Vora’s leadership within Global Brigades has been nothing short of transformative.
From her roles as CEO of Health Programs to Chief Program Officer and Chief People Officer, she has championed staff empowerment and cultivated a culture of innovation and excellence. Her unwavering commitment to fostering leadership opportunities and prioritizing the “human” aspect of human resources has left an indelible mark on the organization.
Dr. Vora’s impact extends far beyond accolades and statistics.
Her relentless pursuit of global health equity has touched the lives of millions:
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Global Brigades CEO, co-founder Dr. Shital Vora to serve as Marquette University’s 2024 Commencement speaker
Shital Vora, DPT, CEO and Co-Founder of Global Brigades, will serve as Marquette University’s 2024 undergraduate Commencement speaker, and Peggy Troy, Children’s Wisconsin CEO, will speak at the Graduate School and Graduate School of Management ceremony. Both are Marquette alumnae. As part of the university’s Commencement ceremonies, Vora and Troy will be presented honorary doctor of humane letters degrees.
In addition to her exemplary work with Global Brigades, Dr. Vora is a respected member of the Marquette University Health Sciences advisory board. Her contributions to the field have been recognized with prestigious accolades, including Marquette University’s Young Alumnus of the Year in 2009 and Young Alumni of the Year in 2016.
Dr. Vora’s strategic acumen and visionary approach have propelled the organization and the Global Brigades’ team to unprecedented heights, with over $150 million raised to date.
With over 100,000 volunteers mobilized, Dr. Vora’s legacy is one of compassion, empowerment, and transformative change.
She is not just a commencement speaker but an inspiration, embodying the power of vision, leadership, and unwavering dedication to creating a better world for all.
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