Our Team

Board of Trustees

Meet the guiding force behind our vision and strategic direction—our esteemed Board of Trustees. Comprised of accomplished leaders and visionaries from diverse backgrounds, our board drives our mission forward with unwavering expertise, wisdom, and a shared commitment to excellence. 

Joseph Fifer
Chair; Former President and CEO, Healthcare Financial Management Association
Linda Elam
Vice Chair; Managing Director, Manatt Health
Melanie Bella
Executive Advisor, Cressey & Company
Jennie Chin Hansen
Former CEO, American Geriatrics Society
Professional headshot of Altarum President and CEO Michael Monson
Chief Executive Officer, President, and Trustee
Professional headshot of Altarum Board of Trustees member LaQuandra Nesbitt, MD
Senior Associate Dean for Population Health Sciences and Health Equity, The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Thomas Ranese
Global Chief Marketing Officer and Advisor
Bruce Vladeck
Chairman Emeritus, Medicare Rights Center and Trustee, Penn Medicine and Bassett Memorial Hospital
Kelvin Womack
Former Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

The impact Altarum is able to make is due to our phenomenal team - a dynamic group of people rich in experiences and perspectives.

Altarum Enterprise Executive Leadership

Our leaders bring unparalleled expertise and passion to guide our organization towards continued growth and innovation. Get acquainted with the individuals championing our values and propelling us towards our collective goals.

Professional headshot of Altarum President and CEO Michael Monson
Chief Executive Officer, President, and Trustee
Professional headshot of Altarum Chief Administrative Officer Lesa Litteral
Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer
Professional headshot of Altarum Chief Program and Strategy Officer Laura Sankey
Executive Vice President and Chief Program and Strategy Officer
Professional headshot of Altarum Chief Financial Officer Denise Strum
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer