Experience

Inspire Health Tech

• United States
• Insurance
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Co-Founder

  • Apr 2022 - 1 year 9 months

  Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Inspire Health Tech, LLC ("IHT") provides a next-generation platform which leverages AI, predictive analytics, and consumer-provided preferences to enable forward-thinking organizations to offer individuals personalized and unbiased Medicare plan recommendations. IHT is an emerging InsureTech company offering an innovative Medicare platform – Medicare Oasis - which can instantly be plugged into any agency or carrier’s online presence or contact center operation. This valuable and easy-to-use… Show more Inspire Health Tech, LLC ("IHT") provides a next-generation platform which leverages AI, predictive analytics, and consumer-provided preferences to enable forward-thinking organizations to offer individuals personalized and unbiased Medicare plan recommendations. IHT is an emerging InsureTech company offering an innovative Medicare platform – Medicare Oasis - which can instantly be plugged into any agency or carrier’s online presence or contact center operation. This valuable and easy-to-use AI-based service provides beneficiaries the ability to find the right Medicare plan, free of charge and free of the deception and confusion normally associated with the online Medicare world. Based on each individual’s personal history, Medicare Oasis is a personalized and unbiased service which considers ALL available plans, highlighting those plans shown algorithmically to reduce their out-of-pocket expenses. Show less



Milliman HealthIO

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operations Officer - Milliman HealthIO

  • Sep 2021 - Mar 2022

  Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States

• Director - Client Relations/Operations - Milliman HealthIO

  • Jun 2020 - Sep 2021

  Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States healthIO, Inc. was acquired by Milliman, Inc. to provide a unique combination of predictive analytics and preventive, remote, individually-driven health care for Employers and Value-based Providers.



Healthio

• Spain
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• General Counsel, Secretary and Compliance Officer

  • Mar 2019 - Jun 2020

  Brookfield, Wisconsin, United States healthIO is a disease agnostic predictive and preventive digital health platform that combines a state-of-the-art health-tracking app and health-input devices to generate, aggregate, and analyze data associated with physical and behavioral determinants of health, and uses remote monitoring technology assisted by artificial intelligence to (i) promote and support healthy behaviors and adherence to physician guidance, (ii) support early detection and treatment of high risk health issues, and… Show more healthIO is a disease agnostic predictive and preventive digital health platform that combines a state-of-the-art health-tracking app and health-input devices to generate, aggregate, and analyze data associated with physical and behavioral determinants of health, and uses remote monitoring technology assisted by artificial intelligence to (i) promote and support healthy behaviors and adherence to physician guidance, (ii) support early detection and treatment of high risk health issues, and (iii) reduce clinical workload and reduce cost of care through remote health monitoring. healthio is a unique, preventive health platform for employers, MCOs and capitated providers to help their employees and members take control of their health by tracking vital health measurements and sharing that data in real time with healthcare providers, loved ones and caregivers, which, in turn, helps organizations control and reduce healthcare costs. See more at healthio.care. • Serve as legal support on all legal topics, including business transactions, partner deals, customer agreements, M&A activity, joint venture deals, and HIPAA, privacy and data security compliance. • Serve as CEO’s trusted advisor on strategic planning for company evolution. Show less



Technicolor Creative Studios

• United States
• Entertainment Providers
• 700 & Above Employee

• Global General Counsel - Connected Home

  • Sep 2014 - Jun 2018

  Indianapolis, Indiana Area

• Deputy General Counsel - Connected Home North America

  • Jan 2013 - Sep 2014

  Indianapolis, Indiana Area Technicolor Connected Home (TCH), with subsidiary revenues of $3B, is the largest subsidiary of Technicolor, SA, formerly Thomson SA (Thomson Multimedia / RCA), and provides OEM / ODM consumer premises equipment (CPE) and services for the communication, media and entertainment industries. TCH is a global provider of set-top boxes (then 2nd largest WW), gateways (then 2nd largest WW) and security tablets. • Served as Deputy General Counsel to Technicolor Connected Home NAM (North America)… Show more Technicolor Connected Home (TCH), with subsidiary revenues of $3B, is the largest subsidiary of Technicolor, SA, formerly Thomson SA (Thomson Multimedia / RCA), and provides OEM / ODM consumer premises equipment (CPE) and services for the communication, media and entertainment industries. TCH is a global provider of set-top boxes (then 2nd largest WW), gateways (then 2nd largest WW) and security tablets. • Served as Deputy General Counsel to Technicolor Connected Home NAM (North America) business unit, which generates the most revenue among the Connected Home world-wide business units. • See above for details on roles and responsibilities.



Plexus Corp.

• United States
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director of Contracts – Manufacturing and Engineering Operations

  • Sep 2007 - Jan 2013

  Neenah, Wisconsin Plexus is an international electronic contract manufacturer with then revenues of $2B+ operating in multiple countries providing manufacturing (21 sites) and engineering services (350 engineers). • Considered critical member of a three-person customer-facing team responsible for closing business; • Polished business and legal negotiator regularly visiting customers with the business operation’s team to lead negotiation on manufacturing and/or engineering development agreements; •… Show more Plexus is an international electronic contract manufacturer with then revenues of $2B+ operating in multiple countries providing manufacturing (21 sites) and engineering services (350 engineers). • Considered critical member of a three-person customer-facing team responsible for closing business; • Polished business and legal negotiator regularly visiting customers with the business operation’s team to lead negotiation on manufacturing and/or engineering development agreements; • Specialized in negotiating complex multimillion dollar manufacturing and engineering related agreements in multiple domestic and international jurisdictions; • Served as the escalation for the Procurement Group on legal issues in supplier agreements; • Worked closely with Quality Teams to reviewed and negotiated quality related agreements and documents; • Focused on the Medical/Life Sciences/Health Care Sector (including appreciation for FDA, EU Directive and quality requirements); • Completely revamped and re-drafted standard template manufacturing agreement for global use; • Created an efficient process for Executive Management's review and approval of complex and lengthy contracts; • Worked closely with manufacturing and engineering sites’ management on site specific issues; • Collaborated with Corporate Finance on financial exposure and risk with regard to customer AR and bankruptcy concerns; • Drafted Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the contract review and approval process; and • Trained as Yellow Belt in Lean Six Sigma analysis and application.

• Director of Legal Services – Manufacturing Operations Division

  • Sep 2006 - Sep 2007

  Neenah, WI Plexus is an international electronic contract manufacturer with then revenues of $2B+ operating in multiple countries providing manufacturing (21 sites) and engineering services (350 engineers). • Responsible for servicing all of Plexus’ customer sectors: (i) Networking & Communication; (ii) Industrial and Commercial; (iii) Defense, Security & Aerospace (including analysis and application of ITAR, EAR, FAR and DFAR regulations); and (iv) Medical (including appreciation for FDA, EU Directive… Show more Plexus is an international electronic contract manufacturer with then revenues of $2B+ operating in multiple countries providing manufacturing (21 sites) and engineering services (350 engineers). • Responsible for servicing all of Plexus’ customer sectors: (i) Networking & Communication; (ii) Industrial and Commercial; (iii) Defense, Security & Aerospace (including analysis and application of ITAR, EAR, FAR and DFAR regulations); and (iv) Medical (including appreciation for FDA, EU Directive and quality requirements); • Negotiated manufacturing customer agreements (business and legal terms); • Managed $1.5M legal department budget / forecast overseen by the general counsel, and presented to Senior Executive Management during the budget review process; • Participated in Lean Six Sigma initiatives as applicable to contract review process; and • Assisted the general counsel in compliance related filings and issues.

• Director of Legal Services – Engineering Operations Division

  • Apr 2003 - Sep 2006

  Neenah, WI Plexus is an international electronic contract manufacturer with then revenues of $2B+ operating in multiple countries providing manufacturing (21 sites) and engineering services (350 engineers). • Engaged in litigation / collection issues involving component suppliers, and manufacturing and engineering customers; • Negotiated all engineering development customer agreements; • Completely revamped and redrafted standard template engineering development agreement for global use; •… Show more Plexus is an international electronic contract manufacturer with then revenues of $2B+ operating in multiple countries providing manufacturing (21 sites) and engineering services (350 engineers). • Engaged in litigation / collection issues involving component suppliers, and manufacturing and engineering customers; • Negotiated all engineering development customer agreements; • Completely revamped and redrafted standard template engineering development agreement for global use; • Negotiated all IT, technology and licensing supplier agreements for international application; and • Trained and mentored new attorney for negotiating complex engineering development agreements, and IT, technology and licensing contracts as prerequisite for promotion.



State Bar of Wisconsin

• United States
• Legal Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chairperson and Board Member

  • Jul 2001 - Jun 2007

  Madison, Wisconsin Area Intellectual Property Law Section (IPLS) of the Wisconsin State Bar is one of the largest sections within the State Bar organization and serves the needs and interests of its attorney members. • Led organization serving as Chairperson-Elect and then Chairperson; • Participated in the planning (as Chairperson-Elect) and led (as Chairperson) the implementation of the 1st Door County IP Academy (CLE in a tourist destination setting); and • Served on Board of Directors for two three-year… Show more Intellectual Property Law Section (IPLS) of the Wisconsin State Bar is one of the largest sections within the State Bar organization and serves the needs and interests of its attorney members. • Led organization serving as Chairperson-Elect and then Chairperson; • Participated in the planning (as Chairperson-Elect) and led (as Chairperson) the implementation of the 1st Door County IP Academy (CLE in a tourist destination setting); and • Served on Board of Directors for two three-year terms (July 1, 2001-June 30, 2007). Show less



UnitedHealth Group

• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Associate General Counsel

  • Mar 1999 - Apr 2003

  Green Bay, Wisconsin UnitedHealthcare, formally American Medical Security (AMS), is a national healthcare insurer with then over 2,200 employees at the corporate office and over 20,000 independent sales agents. Associate General Counsel, January 2001 – April 2003 Assistant General Counsel, March 1999 – January 2001 • Specialized in technology related contracts (software licensing, and hardware leases and purchases) for the entire company and its regional offices; • Served as the Human Resource… Show more UnitedHealthcare, formally American Medical Security (AMS), is a national healthcare insurer with then over 2,200 employees at the corporate office and over 20,000 independent sales agents. Associate General Counsel, January 2001 – April 2003 Assistant General Counsel, March 1999 – January 2001 • Specialized in technology related contracts (software licensing, and hardware leases and purchases) for the entire company and its regional offices; • Served as the Human Resource department’s legal liaison providing guidance and advice; • Advised the Marketing department on regulatory compliance and e-business issues; • Supported the Sales department (and its 20,000 independent sales / agent force) in multiple U.S. state jurisdictions; • Participated in company-wide risk management and supported the Finance department’s legal requirements; • Prepared leases and other real estate agreements for the corporate headquarters and regional sales offices; • Served on committees for e-business, compliance, and business process; and • Served as committee member for appeals of health insurance coverage denials. Show less



Edgar Enterprises

• Entrepreneur

  • Jun 1993 - Mar 1999

  Neenah, Wisconsin Edgar was a start-up business focused on consulting professional service organization on PC based technology, including the introduction of voice recognition software. • Built start-up business in all legal and business aspects, and sold to acquiring company.



Insurance Defense Litigation Law Firms

• Associate Attorney

  • Jun 1988 - Jun 1993

  • Litigated primarily medical malpractice, professional negligence and personal injury insurance defense; and • Served as prosecuting attorney for Prior Lake, MN, a small suburb community of Minneapolis (the city being the law firm’s client).



Chief Judge Barbara Crabb

• Judicial Internship

  • Sep 1987 - Dec 1987

  Madison, Wisconsin Area Judge Crabb was the Chief Judge for the U.S. District Court, Western District of Wisconsin. • Researched legal positions and prepared draft opinions for the Court.