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Lori Szczygiel

Summary

Strong and dedicated leader with proven track record of success leading and growing organizations. Strong background in strategic planning, financial management and team development. Skilled in identifying opportunities and implementing practical business strategies with commitment to staying informed about latest trends, technologies and best practices.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Regional Vice President, National Accounts

Carelon Behavioral Health
03.2022 - Current
  • Manage multiple Statewide/county government contracts as well as the largest EAP program in the world, serving our active miliatry with over 700 employees in the United States
  • Responsible for P&L, with an annual budget of more than $105 million dollars
  • Aligned organizational objectives with company mission to increase business growth and integrate work strategies.
  • Implemented successful improvements as evidenced by NPS scores across accounts between 8-10.
  • Serves as national expert in Medicaid, Child Welfare, Managed Care and Leadership Development

President, Connecticut Market

Carelon Behavioral Health
03.2017 - 03.2022
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives while providing strong and sustainable leadership, driving 40% growth in top line revenue.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Developed and mentored a highly effective, mission driven leadership team as evidenced by Top Workplace Awardee over consecutive years.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Responsible for P&L of over $40 million dollars
  • Developed and maintained highly effective relationships with numerous stakeholders including the legislature, advocacy groups, providers, trade organizations, managed care organizations and others

Senior Vice President of Strategy and Development

ValueOptions, Inc
03.2014 - 03.2017
  • Directed and supervised sales and development activities for Medicaid and Health Plan business across the Eastern half of the country
  • Led strategic planning, pipeline development and local market strategy
  • Responsible for the creation of new business models/programs in Arkansas, Florida, New York, NYC, Massachusetts, CT and Rhode Island
  • Communicated directly with customers and partners to build strong business networks and relationships.
  • Served as the subject matter expert in leadership development, peer support and recovery programming and services and other public sector programs and strategies

CEO CT Market

ValueOptions, Inc
10.2005 - 03.2014
  • Responsible for all elements of implementation and contract oversight for the Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership
  • Tripled the size of the market during tenure
  • Developed and implemented numerous innovative programs, driving improved clinical outcomes for members served
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.

Various Director Level Positions

ValueOptions, Inc
02.1996 - 10.2005

Education

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

Anna Maria College
Paxton, MA
04.1991

Skills

  • Mission driven leader
  • Culture Carrier
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Program Oversight
  • Executive Leadership Development
  • New Business Development
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Organizational Development
  • Revenue Growth

Accomplishments

    Top Workplace Award, 8 consecutive years

    Top CEO in Top Workplace

    Consumer Engagement Award

    Senior Leadership Award

    Community Service Award

Timeline

Regional Vice President, National Accounts

Carelon Behavioral Health
03.2022 - Current

President, Connecticut Market

Carelon Behavioral Health
03.2017 - 03.2022

Senior Vice President of Strategy and Development

ValueOptions, Inc
03.2014 - 03.2017

CEO CT Market

ValueOptions, Inc
10.2005 - 03.2014

Various Director Level Positions

ValueOptions, Inc
02.1996 - 10.2005

Master of Science - Counseling Psychology

Anna Maria College

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