Heather Falck Major

Heather (Falck) Major Heather has a account Manager, Independence Blue Cross Foundation Philadelphia, Pennsylvania See 500+ connections See contact info Independence Blue Cross Penn State University Highlights Reach out to Heather for... Probono consulting and volunteering, Joining a nonprofit board. Message Heather About Experienced Foundation Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the insurance industry. Skilled in Management, Healthcare, Community Health, Business Process Improvement, and Training. Strong community and social services professional with a Health Policy Administration focused in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from Penn State University. Activity 1,248 followers No alt text provided for this image What a privilege to play a small part in the future of healthcare and the nursing professionals who will lead change locally and globally. Heather shared this 8 Likes See all Experience Independence Blue Cross Company NameIndependence Blue Cross Total Duration9 yrs 1 mo TitleManager, Independence Blue Cross Foundation Dates EmployedFeb 2016 – Present Employment Duration3 yrs 5 mos LocationPhiladelphia PA Develop and direct activities that support and promote the goals, mission, and strategic direction of the $90 million Independence Blue Cross (IBC) Foundation. Manage $6 million in annual grant funding, commissioned research, and award-winning publications that align with IBC Foundation programs and initiatives to ensure access to healthcare for the region’s most vulnerable citizens, enhance health care delivery, address national health priorities locally, and advance innovation in the nonprofit sector. TitleSenior Foundation Program Specialist Dates EmployedApr 2014 – Jan 2016 Employment Duration1 yr 10 mos LocationPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania Administer the Foundation’s Blue Safety Net, Bolstering the Healthcare Workforce, and Nursing Internship Program. Develop new grant strategies to achieve sustainability of the safety net and prepare health centers for ACA, and align nursing program with national nursing workforce recommendations. Award 43 general operating grants and 9 n... See more TitleFoundation Program Analyst Dates EmployedMay 2012 – Mar 2014 Employment Duration1 yr 11 mos LocationPhiladelphia, PA Administer the Foundation’s Blue Safety Net, Nurses for Tomorrow, and the Nursing Internship Program, with financial responsibility of a $3,825,000 budget. Award general operating grants to 42 community health centers, scholarship funding to 22 undergraduate and 12 graduate nursing programs across 22 nursing schools, and plan the summer Nursing Inter... See more TitleBusiness Analyst Dates EmployedJun 2010 – May 2012 Employment Duration2 yrs LocationGreater Philadelphia Area Designed content, formats, and training and education curriculum for associates across the Underwriting division. Led 4 classroom training sessions for underwriting systems, rating spreadsheets, and new provider incentive programs. Led management communications meetings on a weekly basis. Created healthcare reform briefs, job aides, and und... See more AmeriHealth New Jersey Company NameAmeriHealth New Jersey Total Duration5 yrs 9 mos TitleUnderwriter, Local and National Rating Dates EmployedApr 2008 – May 2010 Employment Duration2 yrs 2 mos LocationGreater Philadelphia Area Prepared new business proposals and renewals for large employer groups in Pennsylvania and New Jersey markets. Created Underwriting desk procedures for demographic-rated and experienced-rated renewals. Delivered rating model training sessions to the Underwriting and Sales team.... See more TitleUnderwriter - Retention Dates EmployedMar 2007 – Mar 2008 Employment Duration1 yr 1 mo LocationGreater Philadelphia Area Produced fully insured health insurance rate renewals for small to mid-size employer groups in New Jersey market. Responsible for all aspects of renewal benefits quotes for in-force business. Assisted with developing and implementing the experience-rated renewal formula. • Evaluated underwriting characteristics, and plan designs... See more Show 1 more role AJ Fine & Company Manager Company NameAJ Fine & Company Dates EmployedApr 2002 – Aug 2004 Employment Duration2 yrs 5 mos LocationState College, PA Provided operational and organizational direction for an independent retailer. Led the sales team to exceed annual sales goals by 10% and producing $1.5M in annual sales revenue. Managed two store locations and 25 person staff. • Designed merchandise displays;... See more Education Penn State University Penn State University Degree NameHealth Policy Administration Field Of StudyHealth/Health Care Administration/Management Dates attended or expected graduation 1996 – 2001 Volunteer Experience Back on My Feet Volunteer & Corporate Ambassador Company NameBack on My Feet Dates volunteeredNov 2009 – Present Volunteer duration9 yrs 8 mos Cause Poverty Alleviation Advocate for Back on My Feet and it's mission to achieve self sustainability of the homeless through running. Lead numerous fundraising and awareness efforts since 2009 as a runner and Independence associate. Served as coach for St John's Hospice shelter (team) in 2011. Independence Blue Cross IBX Blue Crew Volunteer Company NameIndependence Blue Cross Dates volunteeredJan 2009 – Present Volunteer duration10 yrs 6 mos Cause Health Contribute time and talents to a variety of nonprofits through active leadership and volunteerism with the IBX Blue Crew. Nonprofits include SHARE, United Way (UWGPSNJ) United to Feed event, Back on My Feet 5 Miler and Sneaker Week, St John's Hospice, and Youth Mentoring Partnership Color 5k. Independence Blue Cross IBX Blue Streaks Events Coordinator & Captain Company NameIndependence Blue Cross Dates volunteeredJan 2010 – Present Volunteer duration9 yrs 6 mos Cause Health Events Coordinator and Race Captain of the largest corporate run club in Philadelphia. The Independence Blue Streaks represent Independence at more than 20 local races and events annually. Special interest in connecting charity and running communities through events and corporate sponsorship. lululemon athletica Run Leader Company Namelululemon athletica Dates volunteeredMay 2014 – Sep 2014 Volunteer duration5 mos Cause Health Volunteer run leader - Walnut St, Philadelphia. Organized weekly run routes, workouts and helped build the Philadelphia running community with Lululemon. Penn State University Corporate Foundation Relations Advisory Council Member Company NamePenn State University Dates volunteeredJan 2015 – Present Volunteer duration4 yrs 6 mos Cause Education Urban Affairs Coalition Co-Chair of the Friends of the Coalition; UAC Program Committee Member Company NameUrban Affairs Coalition Dates volunteeredMar 2015 – Present Volunteer duration4 yrs 4 mos Cause Economic Empowerment Friends of the Coalition is a network of Professionals who support the Coalition’s mission of driving change from the ground up. A Friend of the Coalition demonstrates a commitment to community before self, stellar professional success and serves as an enthusiastic ambassador for the Coalition. Friends raised $30,000 for the Coalition in 2016. Friends also give their time, talent and treasure to various nonprofits and at community events to help advance the Coalition mission and impact throughout the year.