Meet Kate Pacheco, the mastermind of healthcare strategy and consumer engagement hailing from the charming streets of Savannah, Georgia. With an impressive blend of social anthropology and public health expertise, Kate has transformed her passion for understanding human behavior into a powerful force for change in the healthcare landscape. After earning her BA with honors from The University of New Mexico, she dove headfirst into the world of public health, where she not only studied systems but also rolled up her sleeves to implement innovative programs that made real-world impacts.

Now serving as Director of Strategy and Growth at Optum Advisory, Kate is a celebrated connector known for weaving together disparate threads into cohesive strategies that resonate with C-suite leaders across the industry. Her tenure at Deloitte saw her leading go-to-market strategies for a whopping $189M healthcare portfolio—no big deal! Armed with an MBA from UNC Kenan-Flagler and an MPH from Boston University, she continues to tackle systemic challenges while championing operational transformations.

Kate’s ability to engage stakeholders through innovative partnerships is legendary; some say it rivals even the best Southern hospitality. When she"s not busy shaping the future of healthcare or strategizing at Optum, you might find her volunteering or indulging in local culinary delights (after all, who can resist good Southern cooking?). With over eight years of experience under her belt and a flair for turning complex concepts into actionable insights, Kate Pacheco is not just making waves—she"s creating tidal changes in healthcare!