As the visionary President and Co-Founder of the International Health and Research Institute (IHRI), Dr. Andrew Hodgers is the driving force behind the institute's commitment to transforming healthcare and addressing critical global challenges through collaborative and interdisciplinary innovation. With over three decades of executive leadership experience, Dr. Hodgers brings a unique blend of strategic acumen, a passion for education, and a relentless pursuit of groundbreaking research across diverse domains. Dr. Hodgers' leadership is instrumental in steering IHRI's focus on both traditional health sciences, the burgeoning field of space health, and the strategic expansion into new areas that will define the future. He champions the institute's "collective hive mind" approach, fostering strong partnerships among students, faculty, and industry to accelerate the translation of research insights into tangible, real-world improvements for healthcare and beyond. His extensive background in digital transformation and advanced professional and higher education programs has been pivotal in establishing IHRI as a digitally-driven institution, making specialized knowledge accessible globally. Prior to co-founding IHRI, Dr. Hodgers held significant international academic leadership roles, including directing an influential higher education center in collaboration with a leading UK university. This experience provided a robust foundation for strategically positioning IHRI as a globally impactful institute renowned for its innovation and leadership in health research, education, and new frontiers of knowledge. Dr. Hodgers is passionate about empowering the next generation of health innovators and leaders across various fields, dedicated to creating an environment where practitioners can become influential figures and active participants in advancing their chosen disciplines. His commitment to forging new, impactful partnerships and championing future-ready learning methodologies ensures that IHRI remains at the forefront of health, space health, and a broader spectrum of global challenges.