December 8, 2025 (Washington, D.C.) — Malaria No More today announced that Dr. William (Bill) Steiger has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO), marking an exciting new chapter for the organization as it accelerates progress toward a malaria-free world. Steiger will assume the role on January 20, 2026, succeeding longtime CEO Martin Edlund.

A seasoned global health and development leader, Steiger brings decades of experience in advancing U.S. and international health priorities and forging high-impact public–private partnerships. His career includes senior roles across government, multilateral institutions, and the nonprofit sector. He has consistently delivered measurable results and championed evidence-based policymaking.

“Malaria No More has long been a leading force in the fight against one of the world’s oldest and deadliest diseases,” said Bill Steiger, incoming CEO. “I am honored to join this exceptional team at such a pivotal moment. With next-generation tools and technologies on the horizon and global momentum building, we have a real opportunity to transform the trajectory of the malaria fight.”

Under Steiger’s leadership, Malaria No More will continue to pursue its core strategic priorities: mobilizing the political commitment, funding, and innovation to end malaria.

“Bill is the right leader for this moment,” said Martin Edlund, who has led Malaria No More for 14 years. “His deep global health expertise, his commitment to global health reform and results, and his ability to bring diverse partners together will strengthen MNM and accelerate progress toward the mission to end deaths from mosquito bites. I’m excited to support Bill and the organization in this important next chapter.”

John Bridgeland, MNM’s founding CEO and Vice-Chairman of the Malaria No More Board of Directors, also welcomed the appointment. “Bill brings the credibility, integrity, and strategic vision needed to lead MNM into the future. His leadership will help ensure we stay true to our founding values while adapting to meet the challenges and opportunities ahead. We are thrilled to have him at the helm.”

With Steiger’s appointment,  Malaria No More enters its 20th year with fresh momentum and a sharpened focus on delivering even greater impact in the decade ahead.

About Dr. William (Bill) Steiger
Dr. Bill Steiger most recently was Chief of Staff at the U.S. Agency for International Development under Administrator Mark Green in the first Trump Administration. Previously, he was Managing Director of Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon, a public-private consortium of companies, foundations, and non-governmental organizations hosted at the Bush Institute dedicated to the fight against cervical and breast cancer in the developing world.

From 2001 to 2009, Dr. Steiger was Director of the Office of Global Health Affairs at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Special Assistant for International Affairs to the Secretary of HHS. During this time, he served as a member of the Executive Board of the World Health Organization; the Executive Committee of the Pan American Health Organization; and the Board of Directors of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.

Earlier in his career, he was chief Education-Policy Advisor to the Governor of Wisconsin. Bill earned his Ph.D. in Latin American History at the University of California, Los Angeles, and graduated summa cum laude from Yale University with a Bachelor’s degree in History.

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About Malaria No More
Malaria No More envisions a world where no one dies from a mosquito bite. Nearly two decades into our mission, our work has contributed to historic progress toward this goal. Now, we’re mobilizing the political commitment, funding, and innovation required to achieve what would be one of the greatest humanitarian accomplishments – ending malaria within our generation.

Media Contact:
Megan Rabbitt, Megan.Rabbitt@malarianomore.org