Jay Sheehy
About Jay Sheehy
Jay Sheehy serves as the Senior Vice President of Product Innovation at EmblemHealth, where he has worked since 2015. He has extensive experience in the health insurance industry, having held various leadership roles at Aetna, AIG, and Prudential.
Current Role at EmblemHealth
Jay Sheehy serves as the Senior Vice President of Product Innovation at EmblemHealth, a position he has held since 2015. In this role, he leads the Commercial Business, which encompasses all commercial lines including Individual/Direct Pay, Essential Plan, Small Group, and Large Group, including ASO Offerings. His responsibilities include overseeing both Medical and Specialty Product offerings, ensuring that EmblemHealth meets the diverse needs of its clients in the Greater New York City Area.
Previous Experience at Aetna
Prior to his current role, Jay Sheehy worked at Aetna in various capacities. He served as the Chief Underwriting Officer and Head of Health Care Reform PMO from 2010 to 2014. He also held the position of President of the Government & Public Sector from 2006 to 2010. During his tenure at Aetna, he was responsible for significant initiatives in both underwriting and product development, contributing to the company's strategic direction in the healthcare market.
Experience at AIG and Prudential
Jay Sheehy briefly worked at AIG as the Global Head of Health from 2014 to 2015. His role involved overseeing health-related initiatives on a global scale. Earlier in his career, he spent seven years at Prudential as a Director from 1988 to 1995, where he gained extensive experience in the insurance sector. These roles have equipped him with a broad understanding of health insurance and product innovation.
Leadership in Health Care Reform
Throughout his career, Jay Sheehy has played a pivotal role in health care reform initiatives. His experience as Chief Underwriting Officer at Aetna included leading efforts to adapt to changing regulations and market demands. His leadership in the Government & Public Sector further solidified his expertise in navigating the complexities of healthcare policy and reform, which continues to inform his work at EmblemHealth.