Tisha Jepson is a mission-driven executive who specializes in transforming complex scientific and technological innovations into organizations capable of creating lasting real-world impact. Throughout her career, she has worked at the intersection of science, business, philanthropy, and public policy, building strategic partnerships that accelerate innovation and improve lives.
Tisha is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of True Bearing Diagnostics, where she leads the development of a first-line RNA-based blood test designed to help physicians diagnose infections earlier and more accurately. Before founding the company, she pioneered a philanthropic venture model that invested directly in scientists, technologies, and global research collaborations to de-risk diagnostic innovation before companies were formed, laying the scientific foundation for True Bearing Diagnostics.
Known for her perseverance, creative problem-solving, and ability to unite scientists, physicians, engineers, investors, philanthropists, policymakers, and business leaders around a shared mission, Tisha has built a career spanning biotechnology, environmental science, infrastructure, nonprofit leadership, international development, public policy, and investment banking. Guided by a commitment to turning breakthrough ideas into practical solutions, she believes lasting progress comes from investing in people, fostering collaboration across sectors, and keeping the human purpose behind innovation at the center of every effort.