My Why

What powers my practice

After a long career working for insurers, my perspective changed when I was diagnosed with an aggressive breast cancer. Thanks to a novel therapy introduced in the mid-90s, my survival—along with so many others—was made possible, and I wake up every day grateful for the innovation that saved my life and for the people who made this therapy the standard of care moving forward. That experience fuels my passion for supporting healthcare founders who are working tirelessly to bring their own breakthroughs to market. I am inspired by their determination, and I am “all in” when it comes to guiding, connecting, and partnering with them on the long journey of improving lives through innovation.

Overview

As a partner with Michael Best Strategies, Kristine works with healthcare clients to optimize their business strategy, evaluate potential mergers and expansions, and discover alternate distribution and product strategies.

Her experience in the payer, provider, and integrated health system arenas allows her to work with clients to differentiate their products and services in a highly competitive marketplace. She is closely aligned with the insurance agent/broker community and has assisted in creating value for them through expanded marketing efforts, creation of new and differentiated service offerings, and business planning.

Kristine works with provider organizations to assist with their transition to value-based reimbursement and creating a sustainable population health management protocol to improve efficiency and patient delivery. She also works closely with healthcare start-ups as they work to obtain financial partners and navigate the healthcare ecosystem.

Kristine was previously the regional vice president of market development in Humana’s Commercial markets overseeing the strategy for employer group, wellness, and specialty benefit offerings in Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. As part of her role, Kristine focused on driving down medical trend through innovative community partnerships.

Experience

Solutions in action

Credentials

  • Marquette University, Juris Doctor (J.D.), cum laude
  • Marquette University, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication

  • Wisconsin

  • Women of Influence, Milwaukee Business Journal, 2012

Engagement

  • Board of Directors, Rogers Behavioral Health System, 2017-Present
  • Board of Directors, Town Bank
  • Board of Directors, Wisconsin Manufacturer’s and Commerce, 2012-2017
  • Board of Directors, Alliance of Health Insurers, 2012-2017
  • Member, The Executive Committee, 2013-2015

  • Board of Directors, Children’s Service Society of Wisconsin
    • Community Initiative Committee, 2012-2015
    • Governance Committee, 2010-2012
    • Quality Committee, 2010-2012
  • Mentor, Entrepreneurship, University of Wisconsin- Milwaukee and New Berlin School District
  • Member, Strategic Planning Council for New Berlin Public Schools, 2015
  • Board of Directors, Junior Achievement, 2012-2013

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