Jennifer Dexter
Senior Vice President, Policy and External Affairs,
National Health Council
In her role as the Senior Vice President of Policy and External Affairs with the National Health Council, Jennifer Dexter leads NHCs strategic policy work and helps the groups member organizations to establish policy positions which seek to improve the lives of people with chronic diseases and disabilities. She also advocates for critical health care reform policies.
Prior to joining the NHC in September 2019, Jennifer spent two and a half years as a product director at Anthem, Inc. helping them develop and shape Medicaid solutions that supported people with disabilities, older adults, and children in foster care. Prior to that, she led Easterseals’ efforts with Congress annually to assure funding for all federal programs serving people with disabilities and older adults. She also worked with Congress to create and strengthen public policy affecting people with disabilities and older adults, particularly in long-term services and supports.
Sessions
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 Stories and Statistics that Shape Smart Policy23-Oct-2026Grand Ballroom