Beth Ross
About Beth Ross
Beth Ross serves as the Senior Vice President of Total Rewards at Highmark Health, a position she has held since 2021. With a robust background in compensation program design and financial analysis, she has previously worked in various roles at Highmark Health and Mercer.
Work at Highmark Health
Beth Ross currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Total Rewards at Highmark Health, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for developing and implementing total rewards strategies that align with the organization's business objectives. Prior to this, she worked as Vice President of Total Rewards from 2014 to 2020, where she focused on compensation programs for both executives and broad-based employees. Ross also briefly held the position of Director of Benefit Integration in 2014 for six months.
Previous Experience
Before joining Highmark Health, Beth Ross worked at Mercer as a Consultant from 1984 to 1992. This eight-year tenure provided her with foundational experience in human resources and total rewards. Her career at Highmark Health has been marked by a progression of roles that have deepened her expertise in compensation and benefits management.
Education and Expertise
Beth Ross studied at the University of Pittsburgh, where she earned degrees in philosophy and mathematics starting in 1984. Her educational background supports her strong analytical skills, particularly in financial analysis related to human resources and total rewards. This expertise has been instrumental in her ability to design effective compensation programs.
Background
Beth Ross has a robust background in human resources, specifically in total rewards and compensation strategies. Her experience spans several decades, beginning with her role at Mercer and continuing through her various positions at Highmark Health. She is known for fostering collaborative partnerships and improving business processes through strategic planning and program management.
Achievements in Total Rewards Strategy
Throughout her career, Beth Ross has developed comprehensive total rewards strategies that align with business objectives. Her work has focused on creating compensation programs that meet the needs of both executives and a broader employee base. Ross has a reputation for enhancing team results through hands-on collaboration and strategic initiatives.