Maroof Ahmed

Founder of Pelago

COO and Co-founder
2017 - Current
Pelago, formerly Quit Genius, is the world’s leading virtual clinic for substance use management. We are transforming substance use support—from prevention to treatment—delivering education, management skills, and opportunities for positive change to members struggling with substance use, most commonly tobacco, alcohol, or opioids. Our solution gives employers and payers the means to offer on-demand, personalized support to members seeking to live healthier lives. Pelago’s cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication-assisted treatment (MAT) programs deliver convenient, accessible, and effective support that seamlessly integrates with health plans, pharmacy benefit managers, and wellness platforms. To date, Pelago has helped more than 750,000 members manage their substance use and improve their lives. Visit www.pelagohealth.com for more information.

CEO and Founder
2015 - 2018
We aim to tutor and inspire the doctors of tomorrow through various channels. Over the few years we have helped thousands of prospective medical students get into medical school by providing a bespoke tuition experience that includes courses and one-to-one sessions.

Total Funding: $14M