Executive Director, Office of Systems Catalyst

Joanne Maislin is a social entrepreneur dedicated to advancing mental health, human potential, and transformative care through innovative, systems-level solutions. With over 25 years of experience leading large-scale initiatives, she operates at the intersection of strategic development, funding acquisition, and catalytic partnerships—bringing ideas to life and driving meaningful change.

Joanne currently serves as Executive Director at the Office of Systems Catalyst (OSC), where she coordinates national efforts to accelerate the safe, scalable integration of psychedelic-assisted care (PAC) into the U.S. healthcare system. Through catalytic partnerships and a collaborative philanthropic strategy, OSC advances the development of clinical care and operations, workforce development, and data and reimbursement infrastructure aligned with FDA approval and real-world implementation. This work is a project in partnership with 1440 Foundation.

Her career spans diverse sectors—from forensic accounting to resort and wellness real estate development—overseeing more than $500M in commercial assets. Following the Haiti earthquake, she played a pivotal role in mobilizing $100M in investments, creating thousands of jobs, and establishing partnerships with global organizations including lululemon, TOMS, Partners in Health, and the Clinton Foundation.

A McGill University alumna and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), Joanne advises KittyHawk Ventures, and is an active member of the Clinton Global Initiative and Nexus Impact Society, reflecting her commitment to social innovation and systems change