Ulrike Salifou has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Their most recent position was as a Researcher at the American Institutes for Research, starting in October 2021. Prior to that, they worked at LMI as a Health Policy Consultant & Project Lead from May 2017 to September 2021, where they managed strategic communications and led outreach activities for the CMS Medicare Shared Savings Program. Ulrike also held the role of Health Policy Analyst at LMI from September 2016 to April 2017, assisting with communications planning and drafting materials.
Before joining LMI, Ulrike pursued their education at the University of Virginia, where they completed a Master's in Public Health (MPH) and Master's in Public Policy (MPP) from August 2013 to May 2016. During this time, they conducted regression analyses for policy evaluations and benefit/cost analyses for economic policy analyses, producing deliverables and presenting findings to clients.
Ulrike also gained experience in healthcare management during their internship at the University of Virginia Children's Hospital from June 2015 to December 2015. Ulrike created a computer-based learning module on Patient-and Family-Centered Care (PFCC), planned and conducted research studies, and contributed to program development.
Additionally, Ulrike worked as a Policy Research Intern at the Children's Defense Fund in 2014, researching policy issues related to children and compiling and analyzing education data. Ulrike also worked as a Teacher at Bright Horizons from August 2011 to August 2013, providing a nurturing environment for children and developing and implementing a curriculum.
Lastly, Ulrike has held research and teaching assistant roles at American University, where they assisted with research and taught as a Teaching Assistant for Theories of Personality. Their previous work experiences have provided their with a strong foundation in healthcare policy, research, and education.
Ulrike Salifou, MPP, MPH, PMP, CSM has an extensive education history starting in 2005. Ulrike began their education at Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg, where they studied European Studies from 2005 to 2006. In 2006, they attended Montgomery College and obtained an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in General Studies, which they completed in 2008.
In 2009, Ulrike Salifou enrolled at American University and received a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Psychology, which they completed in 2010. This laid the foundation for their career in the field of public policy and health.
From 2013 to 2016, Ulrike Salifou pursued their Master's degrees at the University of Virginia. Ulrike earned a Master of Public Policy (MPP) degree, but the field of study for this degree is unknown. Simultaneously, they also obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with a specialization in Health Policy, Law, and Ethics.
To further enhance their skills and expertise, Ulrike Salifou obtained additional certifications. Ulrike became a Practitioner of Human-Centered Design through the LUMA Institute in August 2021. In January 2020, they obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute. Additionally, in October 2019, they achieved the Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) certification from the Scrum Alliance.
Overall, Ulrike Salifou's educational background includes a range of degrees and certifications that have equipped their with a robust skill set in public policy, health, psychology, project management, and human-centered design principles.
October, 2021 - present