Meet the Corra Team!
Meet the extraordinary minds powering Corra, where disruptive technology meets unyielding advocacy to empower individuals facing unique health challenges. Our team blends expertise, empathy, and an entrepreneurial spirit together to form a dynamic collective of trailblazers, steadfast in our mission to Improve lives in the world of healthcare.
Elya Lane
Founder & CEO
Elya, the visionary founder of Corra, is not just an entrepreneur but a relentless advocate for individuals battling rare and chronic health conditions. Her personal journey, shaped by a rare genetic condition and chronic illness, transformed her from a patient into a healthcare pioneer. With a masterful blend of business leadership and entrepreneurship, Elya brings a wealth of experience in founding and successfully managing multiple businesses. Her diverse professional background, marked by resilience and innovation, inspired her dedication to improving the lives of millions affected by rare and chronic illnesses. Corra is more than just an app, it is her commitment to making healthcare more accessible, personalized, and efficient, embodying her mission to empower individuals on their journeys.
Simeon Wilson
Chief Data Scientist
Simeon, our Chief Data Scientist, is an accomplished leader in data science with extensive experience spanning tech startups and major financial institutions. His expertise in quantitative economics, coupled with a master's degree from UCLA, has made a profound impact on numerous AI ventures. Simeon's passion for data and mastery of machine learning drive data-driven decisions and organizational sustainability. His critical skills in project management, communication, and creative problem-solving have been honed over years of leadership roles. Simeon is known for his ability to solve the unsolved, and the revolutionary algorithm he developed for Corra is a game-changing innovation, delivering unmatched insights to our users and providing Corra with a remarkable competitive advantage.
Aradhna Khivesara
Executive VP of Product
Aradhna, Corra's Executive VP of Product, joined our team in late 2021, bringing with her a wealth of expertise in development and a talent for effective project management as a seasoned Scrum Master. With a diverse professional background encompassing roles such as Director of Operations, Senior Software Engineer, Senior Web Developer, and UI Developer, Aradhna excels in orchestrating product strategies, financial planning, team management, and network exploration. Her adept leadership ensures seamless operations at Corra, driving our mission forward with precision.
Pratik Khivesara
Head of Engineering
Pratik, our esteemed Head of Engineering, stands as a paragon of technical prowess within the development realm. Seamlessly combining speed and excellence in his work, Pratik is set apart by his profound understanding of code. As the founder of his own development firm, Pratik brings a wealth of entrepreneurial experience to the table. Prior to this venture, he honed his skills working as a developer for Direct TV, General Motors, and UPS. Since joining our team, Pratik has propelled Corra's development endeavors to astonishing heights, consistently delivering on our goals at an unprecedented pace. With his remarkable expertise and unwavering commitment, Pratik is the perfect leader to guide Corra's engineering and code initiatives into the future.
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Doug Lerch
Strategic Advisor
Doug, our newest addition to Corra, came on board in early January as a distinguished Strategic Advisor. Drawing from his extensive background in product management and deep familiarity with the startup ecosystem, Doug is a formidable asset to our team. With a substantial track record spanning multiple industry verticals, including his current role as Senior Product Manager for Amazon and prior experience as Director of Product at 3Advance, Doug possesses nearly a decade of invaluable expertise in various product management capacities. His guidance, profound insights, and unwavering professionalism are instrumental in propelling Corra forward on our journey of progress and innovation.