Gem Ozan is an internationally experienced technologist and health tech strategist committed to building trust at the intersection of data, healthcare, and innovation. As the Founder of NexiFuse Health, he leads efforts to strengthen the privacy and security of medical records through applied machine learning and zero-knowledge technologies.

Born in Africa and having worked across North America and Europe, Gem brings a global perspective to the challenges of modern healthcare. His career has bridged sectors from government to technology and entrepreneurship. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he served as a Senior Advisor with the Government of Canada’s Public Health Agency, supporting emergency operations and policy coordination at the national level.

Before NexiFuse, he founded Thrilion LLC, a digital transformation studio advancing technology adoption in both public and private health systems, and Tiexa, an ed-tech venture focused on expanding access to learning in developing regions.
At Midnight Summit, Gem will share insights on building ethical, interoperable health data systems while emphasizing privacy, transparency, and global collaboration as cornerstones for the future of digital health.