My interest in healthcare started in high school when I worked as an EMT and volunteered in an emergency room. Those early experiences gave me a firsthand look at the clinical side of healthcare and sparked my interest in the field.
I initially pursued a pre-med path, but my interests eventually shifted toward public health, which led me to law school and ultimately into the health plan industry. While my career has taken a few different turns, healthcare has remained constant. Each step has given me a different perspective on how the system works and the opportunities to improve it.
The people and the firm’s reputation were what initially drew me to Sellers Dorsey. The opportunity to work alongside a team of talented, experienced professionals who are committed to improving healthcare was a major factor in my decision. I was excited to join an organization with deep Medicaid expertise and a strong reputation for helping clients navigate complex challenges.
For me, healthcare impact is about having the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to society. Healthcare touches everyone’s life in some way, and being part of an industry that can improve people’s health and well-being gives my work purpose.
It’s also a field that encourages lifelong learning. There are always new challenges to solve, policies to understand, and opportunities to improve things. Being able to continue learning, contribute to something larger than myself, and provide for my family makes this work especially rewarding.
The U.S. spends roughly $5 trillion on healthcare, yet we operate within a highly fragmented system made up of organizations and stakeholders with competing economic interests. One of the biggest challenges is aligning those interests to produce the best possible outcomes for patients and the healthcare system.
To me, the central question is how we achieve greater efficiency and effectiveness with the resources we’re already investing. That means looking at how care is financed, coordinated, and delivered, and finding ways to reduce fragmentation while improving outcomes. There’s a tremendous opportunity to rethink how the different parts of the system work together and create a more effective, sustainable approach to healthcare.
What I enjoy most is being surrounded by smart, motivated people who bring different experiences and perspectives to the table. I’ve learned a lot from colleagues who have spent their careers working across different areas of healthcare, and I appreciate being part of a team that constantly looks for ways to improve and innovate.
Looking ahead, I’m excited to bring my skills, experience, and new ideas to the organization. I see a lot of opportunity to contribute to the firm’s continued growth and help identify new ways we can support our clients and make an impact.
I’ve met four U.S. presidents!
My first jobs were working as a lifeguard and then as a paid EMT. Both gave me an early appreciation for responsibility and helping others, which ultimately led me to pursue healthcare.
I enjoy just about any physical activity or sport. I also love exploring new places, whether that’s trying a new restaurant or coffee shop, checking out an interesting store, visiting a museum, or discovering a new music venue. I’m always up for experiencing something different.
That’s a tough one! I read roughly a new book every two weeks, so I’ve come across far too many great ones to pick just one. I’m always discovering something new, which makes choosing an all-time favorite nearly impossible.