Ryan McWaters
Senior Vice President, Product Innovation & Patient Experience at Emcara Health- Claim this Profile
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Carrie Harnish
I am pleased to write this recommendation for Ryan McWaters. As a colleague and collaborator, I have had the opportunity to work closely with Ryan on multiple projects, and I can confidently say that he is a talented and dedicated professional. Ryan is a skilled communicator and problem solver who consistently demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. He has a proven track record of working effectively in team environments and has a natural ability to lead and inspire others. I have been consistently impressed by Ryan's ability to adapt to new challenges and think creatively about solutions. He brings a unique perspective to every project he works on and is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that deadlines are met and goals are achieved. I highly recommend Ryan for any position that requires strong communication skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and a commitment to excellence. He would be a valuable asset to any team, and I am confident that he will excel in any role he takes on.
Lane Rhodes
Ryan McWaters is an amazing example of servant leader. Ryan gives 110% to his commitments at work, in the community, and with his family. He is always looking for ways to serve and help others. He provides wonderful input and suggestions as a Board Member for Community Housing Partnership of Williamson County. He is constantly looking for ways to improve the organization and knows how to put ideas into action. Ryan has the perfect balance of assertiveness and humility. His infectious sense of humor energizes the entire board and fosters brilliant camaraderie. He is able to handle even the most difficult issues with fairness and he is open and honest with his expectations. It has been a pleasure serving and working alongside Ryan.
Carrie Harnish
I am pleased to write this recommendation for Ryan McWaters. As a colleague and collaborator, I have had the opportunity to work closely with Ryan on multiple projects, and I can confidently say that he is a talented and dedicated professional. Ryan is a skilled communicator and problem solver who consistently demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. He has a proven track record of working effectively in team environments and has a natural ability to lead and inspire others. I have been consistently impressed by Ryan's ability to adapt to new challenges and think creatively about solutions. He brings a unique perspective to every project he works on and is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that deadlines are met and goals are achieved. I highly recommend Ryan for any position that requires strong communication skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and a commitment to excellence. He would be a valuable asset to any team, and I am confident that he will excel in any role he takes on.
Lane Rhodes
Ryan McWaters is an amazing example of servant leader. Ryan gives 110% to his commitments at work, in the community, and with his family. He is always looking for ways to serve and help others. He provides wonderful input and suggestions as a Board Member for Community Housing Partnership of Williamson County. He is constantly looking for ways to improve the organization and knows how to put ideas into action. Ryan has the perfect balance of assertiveness and humility. His infectious sense of humor energizes the entire board and fosters brilliant camaraderie. He is able to handle even the most difficult issues with fairness and he is open and honest with his expectations. It has been a pleasure serving and working alongside Ryan.
Carrie Harnish
I am pleased to write this recommendation for Ryan McWaters. As a colleague and collaborator, I have had the opportunity to work closely with Ryan on multiple projects, and I can confidently say that he is a talented and dedicated professional. Ryan is a skilled communicator and problem solver who consistently demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. He has a proven track record of working effectively in team environments and has a natural ability to lead and inspire others. I have been consistently impressed by Ryan's ability to adapt to new challenges and think creatively about solutions. He brings a unique perspective to every project he works on and is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that deadlines are met and goals are achieved. I highly recommend Ryan for any position that requires strong communication skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and a commitment to excellence. He would be a valuable asset to any team, and I am confident that he will excel in any role he takes on.
Lane Rhodes
Ryan McWaters is an amazing example of servant leader. Ryan gives 110% to his commitments at work, in the community, and with his family. He is always looking for ways to serve and help others. He provides wonderful input and suggestions as a Board Member for Community Housing Partnership of Williamson County. He is constantly looking for ways to improve the organization and knows how to put ideas into action. Ryan has the perfect balance of assertiveness and humility. His infectious sense of humor energizes the entire board and fosters brilliant camaraderie. He is able to handle even the most difficult issues with fairness and he is open and honest with his expectations. It has been a pleasure serving and working alongside Ryan.
Carrie Harnish
I am pleased to write this recommendation for Ryan McWaters. As a colleague and collaborator, I have had the opportunity to work closely with Ryan on multiple projects, and I can confidently say that he is a talented and dedicated professional. Ryan is a skilled communicator and problem solver who consistently demonstrates a high level of attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. He has a proven track record of working effectively in team environments and has a natural ability to lead and inspire others. I have been consistently impressed by Ryan's ability to adapt to new challenges and think creatively about solutions. He brings a unique perspective to every project he works on and is always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that deadlines are met and goals are achieved. I highly recommend Ryan for any position that requires strong communication skills, a solutions-oriented mindset, and a commitment to excellence. He would be a valuable asset to any team, and I am confident that he will excel in any role he takes on.
Lane Rhodes
Ryan McWaters is an amazing example of servant leader. Ryan gives 110% to his commitments at work, in the community, and with his family. He is always looking for ways to serve and help others. He provides wonderful input and suggestions as a Board Member for Community Housing Partnership of Williamson County. He is constantly looking for ways to improve the organization and knows how to put ideas into action. Ryan has the perfect balance of assertiveness and humility. His infectious sense of humor energizes the entire board and fosters brilliant camaraderie. He is able to handle even the most difficult issues with fairness and he is open and honest with his expectations. It has been a pleasure serving and working alongside Ryan.
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PMP
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Six Sigma Green Belt
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Experience
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Emcara Health
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Vice President, Product Innovation & Patient Experience
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Dec 2021 - Present
At Emcara Health we believe the best care is delivered in the home. We understand the needs of patients and the complexities of both delivering and financing healthcare. That’s why we’ve spent years improving people’s lives by delivering an integrated suite of care solutions to the place most comfortable and convenient to receive care - in the home. Inspired by a passion to serve, Emcara Health cares for those in need, empowering them to live their healthiest life, and breaking down the barriers of access to quality/equitable care that trouble our traditional healthcare system. • Built/Expanded/Operates the following departments: Product development, product management, patient experience • Leads strategic planning and execution of all aspects of product development, including concept evaluation, value analysis/business case creation, product roadmaps, enterprise design/development/deployment, and measurement • Responsible for advanced primary care business line: Value-based national medical group that takes full risk on vulnerable populations across all lines of business (Commercial, Medicare, Medicaid) • Track record of results: Since 2018, personally sold, contracted, built, and delivered 4 new business lines, including companies first fully at risk Medicaid contract, first SDoH assessment service netting 60K completed assessments to-date, first health systems partnership, and Medi-Cal / CalAIM enhanced care management service offering with varying degrees of P&L ownership/partnership based on phase of business line maturity Show less
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PopHealthCare
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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200 - 300 Employee
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Senior Vice President, Product Innovation & Patient Experience
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Dec 2021 - Present
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Vice President, Product
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Feb 2018 - Dec 2021
PopHealthCare, a GuideWell Company, is leading the effort to reimagine how healthcare is delivered through our national medical group, Emcara Health. Providing services to over 24 clients in 15 states, we offer a fully integrated approach to care delivery, risk adjustment, and quality enhancements. We deliver in-home medical, social and behavioral care to vulnerable populations in their homes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We bring this care to patients across all lines of business: Medicare Advantage, Commercial (ACA), and Managed Medicaid markets. This is the future of healthcare so let us help you find the best fit of services for your patient population. www.emcarahealth.com Show less
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Advisory Board
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United States
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Research Services
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500 - 600 Employee
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Director, Consulting Division
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Nov 2015 - Feb 2018
Optum Subsidiary - Consulting Division: Advisory Board is a consulting firm aimed at health systems to improve performance and help manage growth/change by using a combination of research, technology, and consulting. • Built out a Project Management Office (PMO) to provide program and project management in a shared service model across Consulting divisions • Responsible for a portfolio of ~$50M healthcare consulting projects and a team of project managers (6) • Personally managed and delivered a $10M collection of projects, examples include: - Care Variation Reduction: Hospital-based care improvement programs - Medical Group Transformation: Components included Patient Access, Revenue Cycle, Governance/Management, Information Systems, Productivity & Compensation - Physician Preference: Supply Chain Cost Savings • Instituted process improvement for delivery times, standardization & utilization leading to 15% improved assessment delivery and more efficient staff assignments • Delivered a strategic assessment of project management capabilities across seven practice areas within the Consulting division to create unified vision and more effective approaches for the firm’s operations Show less
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Healthways
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Director, Strategy-Innovation
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Jul 2011 - Nov 2015
Focused on strategic partnerships, product development, and innovation incubation. Main responsibilities (portfolio, product, and program management) included: • Ensured the strategic vision and roadmap are maintained while executing the strategic portfolio and ensuring expected outcomes • Managed $20M innovation budget, and oversaw financial health of strategic initiatives in program management capacity • Ran yearly capital budgeting process for product investment (~$50M annually) • Led product development efforts and design of scalable product support models, including staff, infrastructure, and long-term planning • Advanced strategic partnerships to maximize business value & IP • Managed vendors: Web design & development, marketing strategy & integration partners • Managed staff: project managers, business analysts and QA analysts Governed and supported all phases of the project lifecycle (from business case development, pilot alpha and beta, client coordination, requirements management, go-to-market strategy, product development, launch, project closeout) and post-project outcomes evaluation. Show less
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LBMC
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United States
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Accounting
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400 - 500 Employee
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Project Management Office
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Feb 2006 - Jul 2011
Built/Expanded the Project Management Department to monitor/control projects and change in the organization’s expansion of technology and business practices. Responsible for handling the enterprise project portfolio, implementing strategic objectives, enhancing technology, integrating processes, and improving client experiences across eight separate entities and 400 employees. Built/Expanded the Project Management Department to monitor/control projects and change in the organization’s expansion of technology and business practices. Responsible for handling the enterprise project portfolio, implementing strategic objectives, enhancing technology, integrating processes, and improving client experiences across eight separate entities and 400 employees.
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Investment Scorecard
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Greater Nashville Area, TN
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Project Manager
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Oct 2003 - Feb 2006
Managed project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and implementation for software development projects in an SDLC environment Identified project definitions & directions, developed structured project plans, and completed strategical/tactical level documentation based on estimated scopes Acted as liaison between stakeholders, vendors, and product managers to determine proper specification requirements Completed business-level project specifications, reports and post-project analysis Show less
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Allegis Group
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United States
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Staffing and Recruiting
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700 & Above Employee
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Account Representative
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May 1999 - Aug 2001
Established/Maintained clientele by providing a full range of business solutions and technical staffing services in the Tampa Bay area; Promoted to open a new office Established/Maintained clientele by providing a full range of business solutions and technical staffing services in the Tampa Bay area; Promoted to open a new office
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Education
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2001 - 2003
University of South Florida
MBA, Leadership, Marketing Strategy & International Business -
1995 - 1999
Mercer University
BA, English -
1998 - 1998
University of Reading
UK Study Abroad, English Literature
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