Drew Voytal

Drew Voytal, MPA-HCA, has a diverse work experience in various roles related to public affairs, government affairs, and healthcare. Their most recent position was as a Senior Director of Public Affairs & Strategic Initiatives at PhRMA since December 2023. Prior to that, they worked at Real Chemistry as a Director of Public Affairs, leading strategic public affairs operations for pharmaceutical and advocacy clients. They also held roles at MGMA, where they served as an Associate Director of Government Affairs and a Government Affairs Analyst, leading advocacy programs and monitoring member outreach efforts. At CAQH, they were a Senior Associate, Education & Outreach, CORE, tailoring education and outreach materials and leading national webinars. They also worked as a Manager of Clinical Documents and Core Curriculum at The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, partnering with physicians and leading online education initiatives. Additionally, they gained teaching and research experience as a Graduate Teaching and Research Assistant at Western Michigan University, focusing on aging public policy. Earlier in their career, they worked as a Training Specialist at the Michigan Medicare/Medicaid Assistance Program (MMAP), shaping knowledge of health policies and ensuring volunteer readiness, and as a Support Services Manager at Senior Services of Van Buren County, overseeing the expansion of in-home care services and providing casework assistance. In their previous role at the Northville Downtown Development Authority, they worked as a Grant and Policy Writer, contributing to projects aimed at improving the downtown area.

Drew Voytal, MPA-HCA, obtained their Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Communication from Western Michigan University in 2008. Drew then went on to pursue their Master of Public Administration degree in Health/Health Care Administration from the same university, completing it in 2013. In 2007, Drew also briefly studied European Politics and Czech Language Studies at Charles University.