Michael Shipley
About Michael Shipley
Michael Shipley serves as the Director of Medicare Group Sales and Service at Highmark Inc., where he has worked since 2017. With a background in Medicare sales and a Master's degree in Health Administration from Penn State University, he focuses on strategic leadership and operational effectiveness in the Medicare sector.
Work at Highmark
Michael Shipley has served as the Director of Medicare Group Sales and Service at Highmark Inc. since 2017. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing innovative product sales and marketing strategies aimed at ensuring growth and profitability. His leadership emphasizes operational effectiveness and capturing market share within the Medicare sector. Shipley is known for fostering collaborative team approaches that enhance organizational effectiveness and drive successful outcomes.
Previous Experience at Capital Blue Cross
Before joining Highmark, Michael Shipley worked at Capital Blue Cross as the Director of Medicare Sales from 2000 to 2016. During his 16 years in this position, he was responsible for overseeing Medicare sales initiatives in the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area. His extensive experience in the Medicare sector laid the groundwork for his current role, where he continues to apply his knowledge and skills.
Education and Expertise
Michael Shipley holds a Master of Health Administration from Penn State University. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from Towson University. His educational background supports his expertise in health administration and strategic leadership, particularly within the Medicare sector. Shipley specializes in broker management and strategy development, leveraging his academic achievements to enhance operational effectiveness.
Leadership and Team Development
Michael Shipley is recognized for his exceptional relationship-building skills, which he utilizes to manage and develop high-performing teams. His focus on collaborative approaches has been instrumental in launching innovative solutions within the organizations he has worked for. Shipley’s leadership style emphasizes the importance of teamwork in achieving organizational goals and driving success.