Johnny J. Patterson, II
Washington,DC
Summary
Experienced executive with 18+ years leading policy, advocacy, and strategic partnership initiatives across healthcare, higher education, and public sectors. Proven ability to influence legislation, secure appropriations, and drive regulatory compliance. Trusted advisor to federal, state, and local leaders with deep expertise in Medicaid, Medicare, CMS, and urban development policy. Skilled in bipartisan lobbying, coalition building, PAC oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
Senior executive leader with track record of driving strategic initiatives and delivering impactful results. Adept at fostering team collaboration and navigating complex organizational challenges. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and operations oversight. Valued for reliability, adaptability, and results-oriented approach.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Vice President & Vice President, Government Relations
Genesis HealthCare
01.2022 - Current
- Led all federal and state government affairs for a national long-term care (LTC) provider operating in 42 states.
- Directed legislative and regulatory strategy across Medicare, Medicaid, CMS compliance, and LTC policy reform.
- Oversaw PAC strategy, donor outreach, and political fundraising aligned with corporate advocacy priorities.
- Managed crisis communications and public affairs campaigns on staffing mandates, education standards, and reimbursement.
Executive Vice President, Government, Policy & Regulatory Affairs
Independence Care Group
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Executed public policy and crisis response strategy for elder care and home health programs.
- Engaged with CMS and state agencies on access, licensure, and reimbursement issues affecting HCBS and waiver services.
- Built strategic partnerships and legislative coalitions to support program sustainability.
- Provided direction and leadership for seven government relations representatives and independent contractors.
Vice President, Government, Policy & Community Affairs
Avondale Care Group
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Led advocacy efforts during Medicaid redesign and managed care transitions.
- Developed messaging and external communications on workforce development, rate adequacy, and healthcare access.
Executive Vice President, Global Business & Policy
Churchill Schwartz PR
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Advised pharma and biotech clients on FDA, CMS, and congressional engagement.
- Directed communications strategies around antihypertensive and radiopharmaceutical policy approvals.
Director of Public Policy & Government Relations
City of Baltimore (City Council)
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Served as senior policy advisor to the Councilman; focused on education, urban development, housing, and fiscal policy.
- Drafted legislation and coordinated community engagement efforts on housing and public safety.
Deputy Chief of Staff, Federal & International Affairs
California Governor’s Office
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Directed Washington, D.C.-based federal advocacy and managed intergovernmental relations and teams.
- Led multi-sector partnerships in education, healthcare, infrastructure, conservation, and economic development.
- Directed our government and community outreach to multi-cultural communities within the state.
Education
B.S. - Political Science
Columbia University
New York, NY01.2008
B.A.S. - Healthcare Policy & Management
DeVry University
Philadelphia, PA01.2013
MPA - Public Administration
DeVry University
Philadelphia, PA01.2013
Skills
- Government Affairs Strategy
- Regulatory & Legislative Advocacy
- Medicaid & Medicare Policy
- Strategic Partnerships
- Federal & State Relations
- Public Affairs & External Engagement
- Crisis & Reputation Management
- PAC Management & Fundraising
- Policy Development & Analysis
- Stakeholder Relations
- Legislative Monitoring & Lobbying
- CMS, FDA, HHS, DoD, DOE Engagement
- Strategic leadership
- KPI tracking
- Business development
- Partnership development
- Marketing expertise
- Policy development
- Staff management
- Leadership and people development
- Executive leadership
- Results orientation
- Regulatory compliance
Websites
- https://www.wesa.fm/health-science-tech/2024-06-04/shadyside-nursing-facility-medicaid-payments
- https://www.cityandstatepa.com/power-lists/2024/06/2024-pennsylvania-forty-under-40/397493/#johnny-j
- https://dean.house.gov/2022/8/rep-dean-holds-roundtable-discussion-on-work-to-address-health-care-wo
- https://www.cityandstatepa.com/power-lists/2024/06/2024-pennsylvania-forty-under-40/397493/#johnny-j
Affiliations
- Board Member, Pennsylvania Health Care Association
- Board Member, New Mexico Health Care Association
- Member, NYC Mayor’s Council on Education (2010–2012)
- Member, American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living
- Committee Member, American Education Council
- Committee Member, International Association of Universities
Certification
- International Government Relations – Columbia/UN
- Public Administration – Columbia SIPA
Earlier Roles
- Deputy Chief Administrative Officer, Deputy Chief of Staff, and Interim Commissioner of Parks and Recreation, City of Mount Vernon, NY
- Assistant Deputy Mayor for International and Domestic Government Affairs, City of New York
- Deputy Campaign Manager, Michael Nutter for Mayor
- Campaign Strategist, Obama for America & Jerry Brown for Governor
Timeline
Senior Vice President & Vice President, Government Relations
Genesis HealthCare
01.2022 - Current
Executive Vice President, Government, Policy & Regulatory Affairs
Independence Care Group
01.2020 - 01.2022
Vice President, Government, Policy & Community Affairs
Avondale Care Group
01.2019 - 01.2020
Executive Vice President, Global Business & Policy
Churchill Schwartz PR
01.2017 - 01.2018
Director of Public Policy & Government Relations
City of Baltimore (City Council)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Deputy Chief of Staff, Federal & International Affairs
California Governor’s Office
01.2011 - 01.2013
B.S. - Political Science
Columbia University
B.A.S. - Healthcare Policy & Management
DeVry University
MPA - Public Administration
DeVry University
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