I manage government programs at HealthPartners. As the leader of a team that supports product management operations for Medicaid health plans, I work with multiple stakeholders, including state and federal regulators, on health care policy and implementation. My role is multifaceted, ranging from internal product strategy to legal compliance assurance and the maintenance of relationships with both regulators and the wider community. Government programs such as Medicare and Medicaid are very important, but they are also very complex. The overriding goal for me is always to help our members get the care, resources and support they need. I have a master’s degree in public health (MPH), and I’m active in the Women’s Health Leadership TRUST, a network of professional women who work in health care.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my busy family of four. We enjoy exploring new places within the Twin Cities and have started a tradition of visiting Hawaii every year.