Nancy Brown Named to TIME's 2025 List of Most Influential Health Leaders
Nancy Brown, CEO of the American Heart Association, has been recognized by TIME magazine as one of the 100 most influential individuals in global health, highlighting her transformative leadership in cardiovascular research and health innovation.
TIME magazine has selected Nancy Brown, Chief Executive Officer of the American Heart Association, to its prestigious 2025 TIME100 Health list, recognizing her significant contributions to global health and medical innovation. Brown, who has led the organization since 2008, was honored for her dedicated efforts to transform cardiovascular health research and patient care.
As a global health leader, Brown has spearheaded several groundbreaking initiatives that demonstrate her commitment to improving health outcomes. Her most notable achievements include launching the $75 million Go Red for Women Venture Fund, which supports companies developing science-based solutions to improve women's heart and brain health, and the Nation of Lifesavers movement aimed at doubling sudden cardiac arrest survival rates by 2030.
Brown's selection to the TIME100 Health list underscores the American Heart Association's critical work in addressing heart disease and stroke, currently the world's top two causes of death. Her leadership has positioned the organization as a transformative force in understanding, treating, and preventing cardiovascular conditions through innovative research and strategic partnerships.
The TIME recognition highlights Brown's approach to healthcare leadership, which emphasizes collaboration, urgency, and a holistic view of patient well-being. By focusing on equity, innovation, and evidence-based solutions, she represents a new generation of health executives committed to creating meaningful, sustainable change in global health systems.