Abbas Haider
About Abbas Haider
Abbas Haider serves as the Vice President of Consulting Relations at Employer Direct Healthcare, a position he has held since 2023. He previously worked at Mercer in various roles, contributing to product strategy and client relationships in the healthcare sector.
Work at Employer Direct Healthcare
Abbas Haider currently serves as the Vice President of Consulting Relations at Employer Direct Healthcare. He has been in this role since 2023, operating within the New York City Metropolitan Area. His responsibilities include managing consulting relationships and enhancing the company's outreach and engagement with various stakeholders in the healthcare sector.
Previous Experience at Mercer
Prior to his current position, Abbas Haider worked at Mercer for three years, from 2020 to 2023, as a Principal in the New York City Metropolitan Area. His earlier roles at Mercer included Senior Associate from 2019 to 2020 in Toronto, Ontario, Associate from 2017 to 2018 in San Francisco, California, and Senior Analyst from 2016 to 2017 in London, Canada Area. Throughout his tenure at Mercer, he focused on strategic client relationships and business development.
Leadership in Product Strategy
During his time at Mercer, Abbas Haider led the product strategy, operations, and commercial development of Mercer Indigo. This digital benefits solution aimed to improve healthcare accessibility for contract workers, non-benefit eligible employees, and small businesses. His leadership in this initiative contributed to enhancing the availability of healthcare resources for underserved populations.
Educational Background
Abbas Haider obtained his Bachelor's Degree with a specialization in Health Sciences from Western University, completing his studies from 2009 to 2014. This educational background provided him with a foundational understanding of health-related issues, which he has applied throughout his professional career in the healthcare consulting field.
Role in Health Innovation
Abbas Haider played a significant role in the Center of Health Innovation - LABS team at Mercer in San Francisco. His focus was on evaluating companies in the health and wellness space and supporting over 1400 Mercer consultants in identifying innovative solutions for their clients. This involvement highlighted his commitment to advancing healthcare solutions and improving client outcomes.