Cristie Upshaw Travis

Cristie Upshaw Travis is a seasoned healthcare professional with over 20 years of experience in leadership and advisory roles focused on healthcare quality and safety. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at The Leapfrog Group and HealthCareTN, Cristie supports strategic partnerships and operational initiatives while transitioning into retirement. Previously, as Co-CEO of HealthCareTN, Cristie directed strategic growth and established key partnerships. A lecturer at the University of Southern California in the MS Healthcare Decision Analysis program, Cristie shares expertise on the business impact of health reform. Additionally, Cristie has held significant positions including Past Chair of the National Quality Forum Board of Directors and CEO of Memphis Business Group on Health, providing invaluable insights into employer-led health initiatives. Educational qualifications include an MSHA in Healthcare Administration from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and a BA in History from The University of Alabama.