Sophie Clarke
About Sophie Clarke
Sophie Clarke serves as the President of Carelon Advocacy, having previously held various roles at McKinsey & Company and Elevance Health. She holds a BA in Russian and Economics from Middlebury College and an MD from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
Current Role at Carelon
Sophie Clarke serves as the President of Carelon Advocacy, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she is responsible for leading advocacy initiatives and strategies within the organization. Her leadership aims to enhance the effectiveness of Carelon's programs and services, ensuring they meet the needs of their stakeholders.
Previous Experience at McKinsey & Company
Sophie Clarke worked at McKinsey & Company in various roles from 2015 to 2020. She began as a Medical Doctor Fellow, where she gained valuable insights into healthcare consulting. She then progressed to Senior Associate and later to Engagement Manager, where she managed client engagements and contributed to strategic projects in New Jersey.
Experience at Elevance Health
Clarke has held multiple positions at Elevance Health. She served as Staff Vice President and Chief of Staff for Enterprise Strategy from 2021 to 2022, followed by a role as Senior Director and Chief of Staff for Enterprise Strategy from 2020 to 2021. Currently, she is the Head of Clinical Service Line Strategy & Partnerships, a position she has held since 2022.
Educational Background
Sophie Clarke earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian and Economics from Middlebury College. She furthered her education by obtaining a Doctor of Medicine degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Her educational background supports her expertise in healthcare and strategy.
Role as Medical Producer
Before her consulting and strategic roles, Sophie Clarke worked as a Medical Producer for The Dr. Oz Show from 2014 to 2015. In this capacity, she was involved in producing medical content, contributing to the show's focus on health and wellness topics.