Jackie is a global healthcare futurist and seasoned executive with more than 30 years of experience. Her career spans leadership roles within healthcare systems, pharmacy benefit management, and payor organizations.
Jackie applies a rare multi-dimensional lens to healthcare transformation – combining strategy, operations, clinical insight, and a commitment to health equity. She is recognized for her ability to anticipate issues and risks, simplify complexity, and cultivate lasting, trusted relationships.
An independent thinker and continuous learner, Jackie is a positive disruptor who challenges traditional models in pursuit of more accessible, affordable, and consumer-driven healthcare for all.
Led end-to-end integration of healthcare startups into payor systems
delivering membership growth, revenue generation, and cost of healthcare savings.
Designed and implemented inaugural pharmacy benefits
for Medicare Part D and Covered California, reaching 3.5M+ members across government and commercial plans.
Transformed virtual care strategy
launching Virtual Blue – Blue Shield of California's first new product in 10 years – which drove membership growth and achieved 17% cost savings over two years.
Led regulatory implementation
of over 750 state and federal healthcare mandates, maintaining a > 99% compliance rate.
Advancing integrated healthcare solutions.
Improving outcomes for marginalized and underserved communities.
Supporting strategic initiatives in senior living and health services.
Women Leaders for the World Reproductive Health, Rights & Justice Fellowship.
Dr. Ejuwa is a speaker, mentor, coach, and aspiring author. She is the Founder and President of EmpowerHER Impact Network, a nonprofit organization dedicated to catalyzing the professional development of immigrant and first-generation women leaders.
A passionate global citizen, she enjoys traveling, staying active, spending time with family, and continuously learning about the evolving healthcare landscape. Jackie calls California – where she has lived for over half her life – home.
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