Dr. Sophia Michaelson is the Executive Director of the American Eurasian Cancer Alliance (AECA). With over 25 years of experience in project management and partnership development, she manages large, complex international health projects from inception to implementation. Her efforts have propelled organizations to create sustainable programs which both contribute to global cancer control efforts and advance domestic research agendas. Dr. Michaelson has a distinctive record of structuring teams and programs that promote international collaboration in cancer research. Her deep understanding of the global health landscape spans across health policy, clinical research, and program development arenas. She provides turnkey solutions for scientific leaders, government officials and private sector stakeholders in efforts to develop sustainable international health programs throughout the Eurasian region. With a multicultural and multilingual background, Dr. Michaelson has received advanced degrees from institutions within the United States and Eurasian region. With an educational and professional background in international health and government affairs, she serves as a critical resource in the development of academic and government-led programs and partnerships that produce innovative research and cancer control initiatives.