Jennifer Summa
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Experienced with policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning. Utilizes analytical skills to influence policy decisions and drive organizational goals. Strong understanding of legislative processes, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Health Policy Advisor
Baker Donelson
03.2009 - Current
- Facilitated communication and relationship development between different stakeholders.
- Researched existing policies and procedures to gain firm understanding of current conditions.
- Drafted and presented reports outlining policy actions.
- Recommended updates to current legislation, regulations and policies.
Policy Advisor
Epstein Becker and Green
09.2007 - 03.2009
- Facilitated communication and relationship development between different stakeholders.
- Researched existing policies and procedures to gain firm understanding of current conditions.
- Drafted and presented reports outlining policy actions.
- Recommended updates to current legislation, regulations and policies.
Senior Policy Advisor/ Office of Policy
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
06.2006 - 08.2007
- Evaluated the success of implemented policies using data-driven methods, informing future actions and adjustments.
- Negotiated with external partners to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes relating to policy objectives.
- Organized conferences and workshops designed to foster collaboration among policymakers, researchers, practitioners, leading experts from diverse backgrounds.
- Presented findings and recommendations to decision-makers, successfully advocating for policy changes.
- Provided expert advice to senior leadership, influencing key policy decisions and directions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative solutions addressing complex policy issues.
- Implemented performance metrics that tracked progress towards specific goals allowed continuous improvement throughout organization.
Investigative Counsel
Senate Finance Commitee
01.2006 - 06.2007
Senior Policy Advisor
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
01.2004 - 01.2006
Attorney
Department of Health and Human Services
06.2003 - 01.2004
- Managed complex Medicare caseloads effectively by prioritizing tasks and keeping organized records of case materials.
- Researched and interpreted Medicare laws, rulings and regulations.
- Drafted judicial opinions for Administrative Law Judges.
Education
Masters in Public Health -
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PAJuris Doctor -
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GABachelor of Arts -
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MASkills
- Regulatory Analysis
- Strategic Policy Application
Timeline
Senior Health Policy Advisor
Baker Donelson
03.2009 - Current
Policy Advisor
Epstein Becker and Green
09.2007 - 03.2009
Senior Policy Advisor/ Office of Policy
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
06.2006 - 08.2007
Investigative Counsel
Senate Finance Commitee
01.2006 - 06.2007
Senior Policy Advisor
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
01.2004 - 01.2006
Attorney
Department of Health and Human Services
06.2003 - 01.2004
Masters in Public Health -
Drexel University
Juris Doctor -
Georgia State University
Bachelor of Arts -
Wellesley College
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