Mumbi Kimani is a Health Economist with a PhD in Economics from the University of Cape Town, who previously served as a faculty member at Penn State University. Her interest in HEOR was sparked by policy discussions and challenges surrounding US healthcare reforms, as well as her own research on COVID-19's impact on vulnerable populations. Mumbi’s work has been published in prestigious journals such as JAMA Network Open and PLOS ONE. Recognizing the growing demand for specialized skills in health economics, she completed a "Modelling Cost-Effectiveness in Healthcare" course at the London School of Economics, to enhance her proficiency in healthcare-related mathematical and simulation modeling. With extensive experience in economic modeling, data analysis, and policy research, Mumbi's combination of academic excellence and practical training makes her a valuable asset in the field of health economics and outcomes research. Furthermore, her commitment to leveraging this expertise to improving healthcare outcomes, she brings a wealth of transferable skills and a strong dedication to advancing the effectiveness and efficiency of healthcare systems through rigorous economic analysis and innovative research.