Unlocking the Future of Healthcare: A Conversation with Vicky Demas, CEO of Identifeye Health
In the next episode of Badass Women in Business, we are thrilled to introduce you to Vicky Demas, the trailblazing CEO of Identifeye Health. Vicky is not just a leader in healthcare innovation; she's a woman who has carved her own path in a world where tech and entrepreneurship are still dominated by men. With over 20 years of experience, Vicky’s journey will inspire, challenge, and motivate you—whether you're an entrepreneur, a leader, or someone passionate about making a difference.
Identifeye Health, formerly Tesseract Health, is a company on a mission to harness AI and automation to transform the world of diagnostics. Under Vicky’s leadership, they are tackling one of the most pressing healthcare issues today: diabetic retinopathy, the leading cause of preventable blindness in American adults. Despite the life-changing impact of early screening, up to 50% of people with diabetes don’t get the screenings they need. Vicky and her team are working to change that, and they’re doing it in under five minutes with their AI-powered retinal camera system.
In this episode, Vicky opens up about what it's like to be a woman in STEM, and more importantly, what it takes to thrive in it. From being one of the first five founding members of Google Life Sciences (now Verily), to developing life-saving cancer detection tests at GRAIL, Vicky has consistently broken barriers and redefined what it means to lead in tech.
But her journey hasn’t been without its challenges. As she puts it, "It’s lonely at the top." Leading a company often means holding stress inside, not letting your team or investors see the pressure you’re under. Yet through it all, Vicky’s grit, adaptability, and continuous learning have pushed her to keep going. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, even when the odds seem stacked against you.
In this episode, Vicky shares key insights:
How to lead in male-dominated industries and thrive as a female entrepreneur.
The importance of building strong, supportive relationships and mentorships.
The future of AI in healthcare, and how technology is transforming diagnostics.
Practical advice for anyone thinking of making the leap into entrepreneurship.
How Identifeye Health is paving the way for accessible healthcare solutions.
We hope this episode inspires you to think bigger, to lead boldly, and to remember that no challenge is too great if you’re willing to adapt and grow. Whether you're leading a business or just starting out, Vicky's journey will remind you that it's possible to break through even the toughest barriers.
This episode will drop tomorrow, and we can’t wait for you to tune in. Until then, take a moment to reflect on your own journey. What challenges are you overcoming? What dreams are you still chasing? Maybe you’re closer than you think to achieving something incredible.
Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and set a reminder for tomorrow’s release. You won’t want to miss this conversation with one of the most inspiring leaders in healthcare today.
Stay bold, stay badass, and see you tomorrow!
Aggie & Cristy
Co-hosts of Badass Women in Business
P.S. Want to learn more about Vicky Demas and Identifeye Health before the episode? Check out their website to get a sneak peek at how they’re using AI to revolutionize healthcare.
