The world of healthcare is dynamic and often turbulent. 2023 was no exception and it proved to be a pivotal year for Pearl Health. We scaled our network over 20 times its size at the end of 2022, secured $75 million in an oversubscribed funding round led by top investors, formed a strategic partnership with Walgreens, and refined our systematic approach to healthcare. A key pillar of this evolution was the significant growth of our team, expanding from 60 to 100 members, accompanied by internal promotions and the reinforcement of our commitment to a culture of continuous development. Last year was not just about growth, it was a strategic investment in the shaping of future leadership at Pearl Health.
New Talent: Building on Our Values
At Pearl Health, we attribute our success to the collective strength of our team and the culture we’re building. Our team, now at more than 100 strong, comprises talented and dedicated individuals united by a shared vision to transform healthcare. This growth was intentional — a strategic move aimed at enhancing our capabilities and to help position ourselves for sustained success in the future. Our aim was to assemble a diverse, multidisciplinary team to take on the complex challenges inherent in healthcare and set the stage for innovation and progress in 2024.
Why did we grow?
This expansion from 60 to 100 employees was driven by our commitment to cultivating a team with diverse backgrounds and expertise, positioning us as pioneers in healthcare innovation. By strategically restructuring and augmenting our data science teams, we established and formalized quantitative frameworks to address the intricate challenge of efficiently delivering high-quality healthcare and achieving financial success in CMS’s value-based care programs. Simultaneously, we bolstered our engineering teams with new leadership aimed at developing solutions that uniquely address tangible issues experienced by our provider partners and their staff. To enhance our ability to identify actionable opportunities and design effective interventions, we welcomed clinical leaders to fortify our Clinical Strategy. Introducing leaders across these and other functions marked a pivotal step in spearheading our entry into new lines of business within CMS’s broader spectrum of value-based care programs.
New Hires in 2023
Anna Abramovich
Executive Assistant
Sybil Batlle
Senior Manager, Customer Success
Nick Bauer
Principal Software Engineer
Cameron Berg, MD
Executive Vice President, Clinical Strategy
Sophie Bennett
Manager, Growth Solutions
Juan Casiano
Software Engineer
Matt Castelli
Director, Enterprise Partnerships
Chris Chambers
Senior Director, Growth Solutions
Gillian Christie
Director, ACO Operations
Kara Coen
Senior Corporate Counsel
Garrett Colgan
Senior Director, Finance & Strategy
Caitlin Daigle
Staff Software Engineer
Jeff Diep
Software Engineer
Ryan Donahue
Vice President, Software Engineering
Michael Dudley
Director, Enterprise Partnerships
Evan Fader
Staff Software Engineer
Evan Grant
Manager, Customer Success
April Greene
Senior Vice President, Medicare Advantage
Richard Harris
Senior Associate, Network Development
Emily Lang
Senior Manager, Growth Partnerships
Morgan Lavine
Principal Product Manager
Lishen Lu
Director, Demand Generation
Dan MacLeod
Director, Product Marketing
Patrick Mauro
Executive Vice President, Data Science & Analytics
Jason Medlen
Associate, Network Development
Kelly Mei
Manager, Sales Enablement
Colin Middleton
Data Scientist
Pat Midway
Senior Product Designer
Yelena Mishkin
Senior Software Engineer
Nick Moore
Staff Software Engineer
Beau Muñoz
Director, Medical Affairs
Catherine Naughton
Senior Manager, Recruiting
Judy Noh, CPNP-PC
Manager, Clinical Performance Operations
Adam Pallin
Manager, Software Engineering
Bri Siciliano
Director, Network Development
Becca Smith
Senior Manager, Network Development
Megan Surface
Associate, Network Development
Matt Terry
Manager, Software Engineering
Ciara Walsh
Chief of Staff
Alli Wiggins
Data Scientist
Robert Worley
Senior Manager, Product Marketing
Zane Wruble
Senior Manager, Customer Success Operations
Billy Young
Head of Growth Strategy & Operations
Promotions: Nurturing Internal Talent
Beyond our strategic hiring, we’re building a culture that supports ongoing career development and progression. This commitment extends beyond just hiring externally, as we encourage our team members to explore new opportunities and share their skills across departments. This approach not only strengthens our culture but also propels our performance, paving the way for a vibrant and collaborative future.
Why the focus on internal progression?
Investing in the growth of our internal talent and fostering a culture of cross-functional collaboration is not just about enhancing our team’s expertise — it’s about enabling a dynamic, mission-driven, and innovative workplace. This commitment empowers our team members to acquire new skills, stay at the forefront of industry advancements, and adapt seamlessly to evolving challenges. A more skilled and engaged workforce is key to increasing productivity, improving employee satisfaction, and elevating the impact of the services we provide to our partners and their patients. This strategic focus not only positions us to attract top talent through strong leadership and a culture of innovation, but lays the foundation for a resilient and adaptive organization. As we look toward 2024 and beyond, we firmly believe this approach has already — and will continue to — unlock new possibilities for our team, our provider partners, and the broader healthcare landscape.
Promotions in 2023
Abdullah Al Dhalaan
Senior Software Engineer
Sujai Arakali
Manager, Customer Success
Kara Briggs
Director, Network Development
Justin Chee
Senior Director, Controller
Vishwa Hegde
Senior Product Manager
Grace Jansen
Manager, Software Engineering
Rebecca Kee
Senior Data Analyst
Madison Klein
Head of Marketing
Kelsi Lane
Senior Software Engineer
Kelly Mei
Senior Manager, Growth Operations
Molly Minieri
Senior Manager, Executive Office
Michael Monsegur
Vice President, ACO Operations and Strategy
Nellie Ponural
Senior Data Scientist
Justus Ruff
Head of Payor Operations
Bri Siciliano
Head of Network Development
Aaron Spindler
Senior Software Engineer
Ben Troen
Senior Product Designer
Danny Wudka
Senior Manager, Data Science
Laura Welch
Senior Associate, Enterprise Partnerships
Jillian Yong
Senior Data Analyst
Upon reflection, 2023 was a year of incredible growth, collaboration, and internal advancement at Pearl. Our expanded team sets the stage for further innovation and success going into 2024 as we continue to take on some of the biggest challenges in healthcare. As we chart our course into the new year, we invite you to explore our open opportunities on our Careers Page. Join us on this exciting journey — and be a part of a team dedicated to redefining healthcare.
