Candice Gomez

Candice Gomez is an experienced operations leader in the healthcare sector, currently serving as the AVP of Operations at Brand New Day & Central Health Plan since January 2023. Prior to this role, Candice held the position of Sr Director of Operations at Central Health Plan of California from August 2021 to December 2022. Candice's extensive background includes serving as Executive Director of Program Implementation at CalOptima from July 2013 to March 2021, and Director of Clinical Ops Expansion at CareMore Health Plan for a brief period in 2013. Earlier experience at CalOptima includes roles as Interim Executive Director for Programs for Seniors and Persons with Disabilities and Director of CalOptima Kids. Candice holds a Master of Science degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from California State University, Long Beach, where study was completed between 2004 and 2006.