Janelle Shumaker

Janelle joined the Hero team in 2009. During her time at Hero, she has developed the Community Outreach Department, oversees all Marketing functions and developed the Payor Relations department. Through her role in Payor Relations, she works closely with state Medicaid programs, commercial insurance companies and participates in government affairs committees to advocate for children’s healthcare at the highest levels.

Janelle received her Bachelor’s in Communications and Marketing from University of Colorado and her Master’s in Education from Regis University. Her experience in elementary education and passion for helping children is what drives her to improve the lives of children across the country.