Ivan Teri

Empowering Global Healthcare Excellence Through Strategic Quality and Operations Leadership

With over 17 years of unparalleled experience, Ivan Teri emerges as a vanguard in global healthcare quality and performance improvement. Leading with a strategic blend of technology and operational excellence, he has revolutionized healthcare systems across 20+ countries. At the forefront of Johns Hopkins’ Sightline program, he spearheads the integration of leading-edge tech into healthcare, ensuring superior patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Ivan’s mastery in operational reengineerin…

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Work

Bridge Africa
- Business Strategy
- Strategic Vision
We reach across the African continent to ensure equitable and knowledgeable growth that make a real impact.
Our work is dedicated to fostering equity and prosperity across the continent. BRIDGE is a service company that works to drive socioeconomic growth and development in Africa. Our goal is to promote and sustain African-based solutions to improve the continent for better outcomes.

Our Mission is to develop and implement African-led, research-driven solutions that strengthen health systems, advance health equity, and drive sustainable socioeconomic growth across Africa.
bridge-africa.net
Program Optimization Approach - Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Given increased donor demand for greater project implementation efficiency, and in light of the complex and evolving context of the HIV/AIDS epidemic, EGPAF recognized a need for optimizing programs, activities, and services to maximize their quality (both effectiveness and efficiency) and impact. To do so, I led the introduction of the Program Optimization Approach (POA), intended to create one …
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Health System Business Modernization
I support high-impact modernization work under the Sightline initiative - re-engineering enterprise processes, implementing Workday/SAP ERP capabilities, and optimizing ServiceNow-enabled workflows across Supply Chain, Finance, and Human Capital/HR. I combine improvement science, digital transformation, and change leadership to strengthen system performance at scale.
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Experience

Johns Hopkins Medicine
Sr. Performance Improvement Specialist
Oct 2025 - Present
Consortium of Universities for Global Health
Co-Chair - Education Committee
Sep 2025 - Present
Global Quality, Compliance/Improvement & Health System Strategy
Independent Advisor
May 2025 - Present
- Lead strategic consulting engagements focused on enterprise quality, compliance, and operational transformation for healthcare, life sciences, and nonprofit clients across U.S. and global markets.
- Drive continuous improvement by developing data-informed performance dashboards, KPI tracking systems, and feedback loops - improving visibility, compliance monitoring, and corrective action cycles.
- Conduct risk assessments, root cause analyses, and operational diagnostics to proactively identify compliance gaps, strengthen internal controls, and enhance study or program integrity.
- Deliver fractional Chief Quality Officer services - supporting governance, quality planning, and implementation of clinical or health system QMS across multi-country operations.
- Provide executive coaching and technical mentorship on quality improvement, AI use in healthcare program workflows, digital health tool adoption, and real-time decision-making.
The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health
Adjunct Faculty | Professorial Lecturer
Nov 2023 - Present
DC CFAR
Affiliate Member
Nov 2023 - Present
The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health
Professorial Lecturer | Adjunct Faculty
Nov 2023 - Present
BMJ
Peer Reviewer - BMJ Open Quality
Mar 2022 - Present
The Room
Member
Jan 2022 - Present
Africa Ni Yetu/Africa is Ours
Founder
Nov 2021 - Present
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Assoc. Director, Program Optimization & Health Systems Strengthening (Technical Strat. & Innovation)
Jul 2019 - Present
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Director, Program Optimization and Acceleration (Director of Quality Improvement & Innovation)
Nov 2024 - Apr 2025
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Director, Global Quality & Operational Excellence
Nov 2024 - Apr 2025
- Member of Global Medical & Scientific Affairs (MSA). As Director of Program Optimization and Acceleration:
- Directed a global quality performance portfolio across 15 countries, overseeing 1,000+ quality improvement and health system transformation initiatives that reached over 1.2M patients annually.
- Led a multidisciplinary team of 50+ experts, implementing Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma and systems thinking practices to optimize clinical performance and improve pediatric HIV services, reduce TB infections, increase cervical cancer screening and improve the strength and quality of large, complex healthcare systems.
- Managed quality initiatives in multi-million-dollar investments and projects funded by USAID, CDC, Gates Foundation, J&J, ViiV, CIFF and Global Fund, leveraging Power BI analytics to drive data-informed decisions at the enterprise level.
ARIEL GLASER PEDIATRIC AIDS HEALTHCARE INITIATIVE(AGPAHI)
Board Member
Sep 2020 - Dec 2022
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Asc. Director Program Optimization (Quality Improvement, Innovation & Health Systems Strengthening)
Aug 2019 - Nov 2024
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Associate Director, Performance Improvement & Systems Integration
Aug 2019 - Nov 2024
- Medical & Scientific Affairs (MSA) | ISO 9001 | As Associate Director Quality Improvement & Program Optimization:
- Oversaw cross-functional strategy to scale QI and health systems performance in 12+ markets; secured over $1M in funding from WHO and the Gates Foundation.
- Led a global team of 35+ experts to deliver patient-centered redesigns, embedding digital dashboards and evidence-based interventions that improved health outcomes across multiple KPIs.
- Co-developed enterprise monitoring systems that improved regulatory alignment, clinical quality metrics, and performance reporting accuracy by 25%.
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Tech. Advisor, Program Optimization & Service Quality Improvement (Strategic Information & Eval.)
Nov 2016 - Jul 2019
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Senior Manager, Quality Operations & Transformation
Nov 2016 - Aug 2019
- Medical & Scientific Affairs (MSA) | ISO 9001| As Technical Advisor Quality Improvement & Program Optimization:
- Championed data-driven quality initiatives in 900+ facilities across Africa, increasing clinical performance scores and service integration rates.
- Organization secured $200M+ in new funding by aligning donor strategies with operational KPIs and compliance insights.
- Developed and scaled professional development systems that trained over 400 staff in quality standards, driving consistent execution of optimization protocols.
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Technical Advisor Quality Improvement & Program Optimization
Jan 2016 - Aug 2019
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Senior Quality Management Officer (Strategic Information and Evaluation)
Apr 2015 - Nov 2016
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Global Quality Improvement Manager
Mar 2015 - Nov 2016
- Monitoring & Evaluation Team | Medical & Scientific Affairs (MSA) | ISO 9001 | As a Senior Global Quality Management Officer:
- Developed and rolled out a real-time performance monitoring system across 14 countries, enabling early identification of risk areas and boosting protocol adherence by 35%.
- Delivered high-impact workshops reaching 500+ clinical and administrative leaders, standardizing clinical pathways and reducing variability in care delivery.
- Conducted compliance audits and performance assessments that directly contributed to successful donor reviews and sustained funding cycles.
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Quality Management Officer (Strategic Information and Evaluation)
Jun 2014 - Mar 2015
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Senior Global Quality Management Officer
Jan 2014 - Dec 2016
- Developed Quality Management standards, strategy, assessment tools and training materials.
- Designed and implemented QM initiatives across 14 country programs, contributing to an increase in adherence to clinical guidelines.
- Conducted regular site assessments and mentorship visits, resulting in improved compliance with global HIV/TB treatment standards.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing and best practices dissemination through workshops and webinars, reaching over 500 EGPAF staff.
- Developed and implemented a QI, QA monitoring and evaluation system that tracked program performance and enabled targeted interventions during site visits.
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Advisory Council Member | Healthcare & Social Impact
Sep 2012 - May 2014
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Officer, Quality Analytics & Reporting
Sep 2012 - Mar 2015
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Strategic Information and Evaluation (Monitoring & Evaluation & Quality Improvement) Officer
Sep 2012 - Dec 2014
- Developed and institutionalized global quality improvement and assurance frameworks, strengthening program oversight and operational excellence.
- Led the implementation of advanced monitoring & evaluation (M&E) systems across eight countries, enhancing data utilization and strategic decision-making.
- Trained and mentored 100+ healthcare professionals in data analytics, performance tracking, and evidence-based quality management, leading to measurable improvements in service delivery.
- Integrated QI metrics into routine program evaluations, increasing transparency and accountability in health system performance reporting.
- Secured $5M+ in new funding by developing high-impact proposals that expanded QI initiatives in underserved regions, advancing healthcare access and patient outcomes.
PharmAccess Foundation
Marketing and Quality Improvement Coordinator
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012
PharmAccess Foundation
Manager, Healthcare Innovation & Quality Improvement
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012
PharmAccess Foundation
Quality Improvement (Innovation & Marketing) Lead
Jul 2011 - Aug 2012
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Quality Improvement Manager
Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Program Coordinator, Quality Improvement (Quality Management & Improvement)
Oct 2009 - Jun 2011
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Monitoring and Evaluation, Quality Improvement Officer (Strategic Information and Evaluation)
Oct 2008 - Oct 2009
Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
Monitoring and Evaluation & Quality Improvement Officer
Oct 2008 - Oct 2009
Institute of Cancer Research
Press Office Intern
Apr 2007 - Jun 2007
Institute of Cancer Research
Intern
Apr 2007 - Jun 2007
Genetics Tanzania
Founder, Project Coordinator
Nov 2006 - Dec 2014
Integrated Development and Investment Solutions (IDIS) part of Living Tanzania Group
Consultant
Sep 2006 - Aug 2012
All Africa
Press Intern
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005
All Africa
Intern
Jan 2005 - Jan 2005