Lori Ashby
About Lori Ashby
Lori Ashby serves as the Senior Vice President of Health Plan Capabilities & Shared Services at Highmark Inc. and has been a member of the Women Business Leaders of the US Health Care Industry Foundation since 2017, bringing extensive experience in health plan operations and management.
Current Role at Highmark
Lori Ashby serves as the Senior Vice President of Health Plan Capabilities & Shared Services at Highmark Inc. since 2021. In this role, she focuses on enhancing health plan operations and shared services through innovative technology and best practices. Her leadership is instrumental in driving strategic initiatives that improve service delivery models within the organization.
Previous Experience at Highmark
Lori Ashby has held multiple positions at Highmark Inc. over the years. She served as VP of Medicaid Markets Operations from 2019 to 2021, and prior to that, she was VP of Market Performance & Implementation from 2015 to 2017. Other roles include Senior Director of Health Plan Implementations and Project Director of Health Plan Implementations. Her extensive experience at Highmark spans various aspects of health plan operations and strategic program management.
Membership in Women Business Leaders Foundation
Since 2017, Lori Ashby has been a member of the Women Business Leaders of the US Health Care Industry Foundation (WBL). This organization focuses on empowering women leaders in the healthcare sector and fostering professional development. Her involvement reflects her commitment to advancing women's leadership in health care.
Educational Background
Lori Ashby holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Management Systems from Duquesne University, which she completed from 1997 to 2001. Additionally, she earned an MBA with a focus on Finance and Strategic Human Resource Management from the same institution between 2006 and 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in health care management and business strategy.
Expertise and Skills
Lori Ashby has expertise in leveraging data analytics and consultative design to enhance customer experiences in health care. She is skilled in building teams and managing complex programs, focusing on delivery excellence through technology innovation. Her proven track record includes establishing best-in-class service delivery models, which contribute to effective health plan operations.