Gregg Shibata

Gregg Shibata is a seasoned healthcare professional currently serving as an Advisor at Kicker Ventures since December 2023, offering payer expertise to the firm and its portfolio companies. At Blue Shield of California, Shibata holds the position of Sr Principal in Corporate Development Investments, managing the strategic venture investment program and fostering partnerships to support the organization’s mission. Shibata has previously worked at Quil as VP of Payor Market Development, at Echo Health Ventures as Principal, and in multiple roles at Cambia Health Solutions, focusing on business development and primary care initiatives. Additionally, past positions include Vice President at the Kansas City Quality Improvement Consortium and Associate Director at the Center for Health Improvement, along with experience in grant administration and policy implementation. Shibata began their career as an Assistant English Teacher in Japan and holds a BA in Asian Studies - Japanese History from the University of California, Berkeley.