Name: 

DeAnna Caudillo, MPHc

Board Role:

President & Board Chair

Professional Title:

Community Organizing Specialist

Organization:

The Independence Center

Bio:

DeAnna Caudillo received her B.S. in Occupational Therapy from Boston University, completed a certificate in Latino Health and is a current candidate for a Master's in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health.

During her 25 years in healthcare, DeAnna has been honored to work in a variety of areas including hospitals, schools, community clinics, and tribal lands. She has worked with all populations including people experiencing mental health challenges, and substance use disorders. She is passionate about supporting people to live independent lives with health and dignity.

Her current role as President of the NALHE Mile High Chapter brings her great joy in promoting equity in the healthcare leadership space. DeAnna is currently working as a Community Organizing Specialist at The Independence Center located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she focuses on crafting equitable public policies and supporting advocacy both on a systemic and individual level.

 

Name: 

Melissa Gonzales, PhD

Board Role:

President-Elect

Professional Title:

National Director, Hematology MSL Team

Organization:

Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp.

Bio:

Melissa received her PhD in Biochemistry from the University of Arizona.

In 2006, she joined Genentech. During her 14 years with Genentech, Melissa held a wide variety of positions including; Medical Science Liaison (MSL), Medical Science Director on HER2 Breast Cancer Medical Teams, a Managed Care Liaison Field Manager, and Inclusion Principal in the Chief Diversity Office where she was focused on developing external partnering strategies to address health equity and clinical research disparities through the Genentech Advancing Inclusive Research initiative.

Melissa is now the National Director, Hematology MSL Team at Adaptive Biotechnologies Corp. Adaptive Biotechnologies is a pioneer and leader in immune-driven medicine that aims to improve people’s lives by learning from the wisdom of their adaptive immune systems.

 

 

Name: 

Ivette Daley, DrPHc

Board Role:

Treasurer

Professional Title:

Chief, Health Services Plans, Operations, Intelligence, Security & Training

Organization:

4th Infantry Division, U.S. Army

Bio:

Mrs. Ivette Daley hails from Canovanas, Puerto Rico. She is a Major in the United States Army and has served her country proudly for over 19 years. She is a Medical Corps Service Officer and is currently the Chief of Health Services Plans, Operations, Intelligence & Training for the 4th Infantry Division serving over 19,000 soldiers. She has served in numerous leadership positions and has extensive operational experience and knowledge in healthcare systems.

Mrs. Daley has held positions such as Chief Operating Officer, Director of Hospital Operations, and Chief Executive Officer for two ambulatory clinics. Mrs. Daley earned her Bachelor of Science in Food and Nutrition Studies through Wayland Baptist University, her Master of Public Health from The George Washington University and is currently a doctoral candidate (DrPH) at Walden University.

Mrs. Daley is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives, and the American Public Health Association.

 

Name: 

Jasmine González, J.D., LL.M

Board Role:

Secretary

Professional Title:

Healthcare Operations Counsel

Organization:

Polsinelli

Bio:

Jasmine González is an attorney in the Denver office and part of the Health Care, Public Policy and Government Investigations Group of Polsinelli PC. Jasmine represents hospitals, physicians’ groups, digital health companies, and health care related organizations, providing counsel on health care, corporate, privacy, and regulatory matters.

In Jasmine’s work for clients, she focuses on providing transactional, operational and regulatory counsel on a variety of issues. Clients rely on Jasmine to analyze each health care matter and develop a strategic approach to representation based on the client’s immediate and long-term goals.

Prior to joining Polsinelli, Jasmine served as Associate General Counsel for a large Colorado health care corporation.

Outside of work, Jasmine enjoys competing in obstacle course races, attending stand-up comedy shows, and playing board games.

Name: 

Karla Arzola, MSMI, CHCIO, CPHIMS

Board Role:

Chair, Health Policy Committee

Professional Title:

Director of Information Technology, Swedish Medical Center

Organization:

HealthONE

Bio:

Karla Arzola is an experienced Health Information Technology Executive with 20 years of experience in delivering business solutions. Since March of 2017 she has served as IT Senior Director for HCA Healthcare at Medical City Plano, Medical City Frisco, and currently at Swedish Medical Center. HCA is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services. In 2022 it ranked amongst the top 100 World's Most Admired Companies, and it ranked 67th on the Fortune 500.

Karla earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Texas at El Paso, a Masters in Medical Informatics from Northwestern University, and has certifications in Six Sigma, Health Information Management Systems (CPHIMS), Professional Consultancy, and Healthcare Chief Information Officer (CHCIO). She is best known for her expertise in utilizing people, process, and technology as the key factors to drive transformation. Her passion for leading change can be traced back to the beginning of her career when she was working at Stanley as a Process Improvement and Manufacturing Engineer, and later with GE as a New Product Introduction Manager. In 2010, she had the opportunity to transition to the healthcare industry and served as Director of Clinical Information Systems, and as Senior Director for Campus Technology at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

Karla is passionate about developing and helping people; as a leader and mentor she focuses on building confident, empowered, and engaged teams. She currently serves as the Chair of the HCA Continental Division Latinx Colleague Network, and she volunteers her time to multiple non-profit organizations including dog rescues.

Karla moved to Colorado in September of 2019 with her husband Drew and their 5 dogs Lilly, Maggie, Arya, Jolene and Ben.

Name: 

Garrett Chism, MBA

Board Role:

Member-at-Large

Professional Title:

Program Director, Master of Health Administration

Organization:

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Bio:

Garrett Chism is a dedicated healthcare leader with over 20 years of experience. He brings to the NALHE board expertise within the field of Emergency Medical Services/Trauma and hospital disaster preparedness. Garrett currently serves as the Director for the Master of Health Administration program at Metropolitan State University of Denver.

Name: 

William Irizarry, Pharm.D., MBA

Board Role:

Member-at-Large

Professional Title:

Pharmacy Solutions Director | PHSO Operations

Organization:

Lumeris

Bio:

William is the co-founder and primary care consultant for Primary Care Solutions. In addition to being a graduate of the CU School of Business he also serves as the Global Business Faculty Advisor. He has experience serving as a COO and a Director of Clinical Pharmacy Services. William is a dynamic and passionate member of the healthcare leadership arena in the Denver metro area.

He brings over 10 years of diverse experience including senior leadership roles in integrated delivery systems and managed care organizations. Areas of expertise include population health, care delivery transformation, business development, strategic positioning, Quality metrics, and cost containment. Passionate about improving patient outcomes, access to care, and healthcare affordability through disruptive innovation.

As a clinical pharmacist specializing in Primary Care, William has co-founded a consultant company that collaborates with provider groups to optimize care delivery, improve patient outcomes, and decrease health care costs.