Ashna Van Zuiden
About Ashna Van Zuiden
Ashna Van Zuiden serves as the Head of Provider Strategy & Operations at Headway, focusing on enhancing accessibility and affordability in mental healthcare. She has a diverse background in strategy and operations, having worked at notable companies such as Goldman Sachs, McKinsey & Company, and Opendoor.
Current Role at Headway
Ashna Van Zuiden serves as the Head of Provider Strategy & Operations at Headway, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she focuses on enhancing the accessibility and affordability of mental healthcare. Her responsibilities include developing strategies that align with the organization's mission to improve mental health services. She leverages her extensive experience in operations and strategy to lead initiatives that support healthcare providers.
Previous Experience at Goldman Sachs
Ashna Van Zuiden worked at Goldman Sachs as a Summer Analyst in two separate periods, first from 2010 to 2011 and then for 11 months in New York, NY. During her time there, she gained valuable experience in financial analysis and operations, which contributed to her foundational skills in strategy and business operations.
Professional Background at McKinsey & Company
Van Zuiden was employed at McKinsey & Company as a Business Analyst from 2012 to 2014 in New York, NY. In this role, she engaged in consulting projects that required analytical skills and strategic thinking. Her experience at McKinsey helped her develop a strong understanding of business operations and strategy.
Experience in Operations at Opendoor
Ashna Van Zuiden held multiple roles at Opendoor, including Business Operations Manager, Head of Home Services (National), and General Manager. She worked at Opendoor from 2017 to 2023, where she was responsible for overseeing various operational aspects of the business. Her leadership in these roles involved building teams and implementing strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
Education and Academic Background
Ashna Van Zuiden earned her Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Economics from Yale University. During her time at Yale, she also served as the Head Tour Guide from 2009 to 2012, which involved leading campus tours and engaging with prospective students and families. Her academic background in economics provides her with a strong analytical foundation applicable to her professional roles.