Kathlyn Mead

Strategic Advisor at Med Data Quest

Kathlyn Mead has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning several industries. Currently, Mead holds the position of COO (fractional) at Nobil.Company, a role they started in July 2021. Prior to this, they served as the COO - MDQ SmartCare at Med Data Quest, a healthcare technology company specializing in computer-assisted coding and clinical data analytics, starting in September 2018.

Simultaneously, Mead also worked as the Chief Impact Officer at BQuest Foundation, a family foundation focused on reducing carbon emissions and advocating for policy change in affordable housing, education, and youth development, beginning in September 2018.

Before their roles in the private sector, Mead gained experience in the public sector as an Independent Grant Reviewer at the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSAgov), HHS, starting in 2019.

Prior to this, they served as the President and CEO of The San Diego Foundation, a community foundation focused on establishing donor advised funds and non-profit endowments. During their tenure from July 2014 to June 2018, Mead led the organization through a period of significant asset growth and charitable contributions.

Earlier in their career, Mead held executive leadership positions at The California Endowment, a statewide health foundation, as the Executive Vice President from May 2007 to April 2014. Kathlyn also served as the President and CEO of the Council of Community Clinics from December 2006 to May 2007.

Mead's experience in the healthcare industry includes a Vice President role at Blue Shield of California, where they managed and renewed the CALPERS line of business, and a significant leadership role as the President and CEO of Sharp Health Plan from May 1996 to July 2005.

Kathlyn began their career at Children's Hospital San Diego, where they served as Vice President from April 1994 to May 1996, contributing to the institution's mission of providing care, research, and advocacy for pediatric patients.

Throughout their career, Mead has demonstrated expertise in leadership, operational management, strategic partnerships, and community impact.

Kathlyn Mead's education history includes pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at USC Marshall School of Business. The specific start and end years are not provided. Additionally, they have studied Business/Health Information Management at Regis University, but no information regarding the degree name or the duration of the program is given.

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  • Strategic Advisor

    September, 2018 - present