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Alec Shea - President and Executive Director:

Mr. Alec Shea, President, founded The CoverMe Foundation in January of 2007 with a true vision – to be a part of the solution for our nation’s uninsured population. Today, over 47 million individuals in our country are considered uninsured. Alec developed this not-for-profit agency with a mission to identify these individuals and assist them in securing healthcare coverage.

Alec’s strengths lie in the active collaboration with state and local governments as well as community groups by identifying a common goal and attainable ways to meet these goals. Alec has extensive experience in working with children and families.

Alec was a director with the Greater Wyoming Big Brother’s Big Sisters. He also worked for the Wyoming Department of Family Services where he worked with families, specializing in work with juveniles. From these positions Alec recognized the opportunity to develop resources to help families in need. Alec has successfully created or co-created a juvenile diversion program, multiple community service programs and a juvenile activities center. Alec has participated and been appointed to committees addressing substance abuse, children of incarcerated parents and child welfare policy. Alec has also mentored youth through years of coaching.

Alec received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wyoming. He presently resides in Laramie, Wyoming with his wife Jodi, and son Rowan.

Mark Boos Benhard - MBB, Inc.:

As president and CEO of MBB, Inc., Mark has an impressive 20-year record of success in Strategic Branding, Marketing Communications and Public Relations. Major clients include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (NYSE: WellPoint), the Fortune 50 firm, the Los Angeles Dodgers, the City of Westlake Village, and California Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, chaired by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Mark is also President and CEO of Kookie Krazy, Inc., the first of its kind create-your-own retail cookie factory.

Earlier in his career, Mark managed Corporate Public Relations at Washington Mutual and Countrywide Financial. His academic credentials include an MBA from Pepperdine University and a B.A. from UCLA.

Matt Murley – Kentuckiana Cancer Research Foundation:

Matt Murley is currently the Chief Financial Officer for Kentuckiana Cancer Institute, PLLC. With over 10 years of experience in Healthcare and Financial management, Matt brings a diverse background to any organization with strengths in strategic planning and analysis. Matt is also involved in the community through his volunteer work for the Red Cross and the American Cancer Society. He currently serves on the board of the Kentucky Cancer Research Foundation, a not for profit organization with a mission of cancer research and patient advocacy. Matt received an M.B.A. from Indiana University in May 2000, where he also holds undergraduate degrees in Accounting and Public Financial Management.

Doug Mader:

Doug Mader is currently the Director of Business and Industry Training for the Sidney campus of Western Nebraska Community College. After an eight year career in the financial planning industry, including a four year tenure as a self-employed financial advisor, Doug decided to enter a career focused on developing the abilities and careers of others. Doug is a graduate of the University of Wyoming with a degree in Business Administration, and also has an MBA from The University of Nebraska-Lincoln. As an active member of his community, Doug has served on numerous boards, including Big Brothers/Big Sisters, St. Paul's Newman Center Stewardship Committee, and Leadership Laramie. Doug also is an active member of Rotary and his local Chamber of Commerce.

Kim Blinkhorn:

Kim Blinkhorn has over 13 years experience in the health care benefits field. She served in various leadership roles at Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (NYSE: WellPoint) such as Vice President Business Development Individual Markets, Regional Vice President Planning and Operations, and Chief Financial Officer of Anthem’s Medicare Business Unit. In Kim’s role as Vice President Business Development she was responsible for WellPoint’s initiatives to meet the needs of the uninsured. Previous to Anthem, she worked for Providian in various financial positions. Kim has also been involved in her community as a past member of the board of Elder Serve, Leadership Louisville, and various volunteer positions at Southeast Christian church. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from the University of Kentucky and Masters of Business Administration degree from Bellarmine University.

Marilyn (Jeannie) Slater:

Marilyn (Jeannie) Slater R.N. has 35 years experience in health care delivery and as a health insurance executive. Continuously looking for opportunities to improve health care outcomes, Jeannie led the development of several quality improvement programs for Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield covering over 1 million insured lives in Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.
Currently retired and involved in community affairs, Jeannie is Vice Chair of the American Red Cross Manatee Chapter.

Michele Heuglin:

Michele Heuglin’s 25 years experience in health care industry includes key responsibilities in public/community relations, marketing/sales, and special events. Results driven, Michele has proven track record for introducing, developing and managing teams to implement successful innovative programs which have earned national awards and recognition. Professionally, she has received nomination and award for people to watch in national publication, and personally received regional award for community dedication. She continues to serve on various boards including Family Health Centers, WLKY-TV Spirit of Louisville Foundation, University of Louisville School of Public Health, as well as current and past participation as chair/committee/volunteer member for Leadership Louisville FOCUS, PRSA, Junior Achievement, Cystic Fibrosis, BPW of River City, NREIA, Community Roundtable Donors Forum, Precinct Committees, Am Intercultural Student Exchange, and such organizations. Michele’s recent focus on addressing needs of uninsured population has launched complimentary partnerships to most effectively assist communities’ working families nationally.