Gaby Poler

A master relationship builder and distinguished top-tier fundraiser, Gaby is the founder of HyphaMed, where she helps mission-driven organizations attract capital and accelerate their impact .  A seasoned philanthropy professional with deep expertise in nonprofit management and major gift fundraising, Gaby has been driving transformative initiatives in mental health and scientific research for many years.

During her recent tenure at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin, from 2021 and 2025, Gaby raised over $37M for neuroscience research, providing the funding that established The McGill Center for Psychedelic Research & Therapy. Gaby is also spearheading the first of its kind consciousness and intelligence symposium, and the first relational awakening study at The University of Texas at Austin.

Gaby's leadership experience includes serving as Senior Director of Development at the University of Texas at Austin and at Texas State University in San Marcos.  Gaby also held the role of Executive Director for the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas and also at the José Limón Dance Foundation, both located in New York City.

She holds a B.F.A from Boston Conservatory and a M.A.A. from Columbia University.  Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Gaby and her family call Austin, Texas home.