Current Staff

Dr. Martin is a physician who, since September 2012, has served as the founding Executive Director of the Consortium of Universities for Global Health (CUGH). Between 1993-2011, Dr. Martin served as a Member of Parliament in Canada's House of Commons. He held portfolios in foreign affairs, health, the environment, defense and international development. He has been on many diplomatic missions in areas in crisis around the world but particularly across Africa and worked as a physician on the Mozambique border during their civil war. He has spent many years volunteering on conservation efforts in South Africa and is a member of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada.

Email: executivedirector@cugh.org

Ashley Wolfington is a global health and humanitarian professional with over 15 years of experience leading programs, coalitions, and high-impact events across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. She has led multi-country public health programs, with a focus on improved access to quality care in humanitarian and crisis settings and has organized international convenings ranging from capacity-building workshops to large-scale annual meetings and conferences. Prior to joining CUGH, she worked at organizations including the International Rescue Committee, the International Planned Parenthood Federation, Pathfinder International, ICAP and the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. Ashley holds an MPH from Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health.

Elizabeth Hourani is a global health professional with expertise in program management, partnerships, and business development. Prior to joining CUGH, Elizabeth worked at Zenysis Technologies and JSI, leading multi-country initiatives and strategic operations with a focus on maternal and child health and health systems strengthening in Sub-Saharan Africa. A former Peace Corps Volunteer in Togo, Elizabeth holds a MAS in Global Health Planning & Management from Johns Hopkins University and a BS in Public Health from The George Washington University. She is an alumni member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and Delta Omega public health honorary society.

Ian Evasco is an administrative specialist with a background in program management, training, and process optimization. Solutions-focused and detail-oriented, he brings experience supporting mission-driven organizations through efficient systems, clear communication, and collaborative operations. Ian has worked across nonprofit, academic, and legal sectors, with a consistent focus on improving workflows, managing complex data systems, and enabling teams to meet strategic goals. Ian holds a BA in International Affairs from The George Washington University.