Narda Ipakchi
About Narda Ipakchi
Narda Ipakchi serves as the Vice President of Policy at The SCAN Foundation, where she leads efforts to advance health and aging policies. With extensive experience in health policy and consulting, she has worked with various organizations and policymakers to promote dignity and independence in healthcare.
Work at SCAN Foundation
Narda Ipakchi serves as the Vice President of Policy at The SCAN Foundation, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she leads the policy portfolio, focusing on defining grant strategy and building partnerships to advance health and aging policies. Her work aims to develop and promote policies that preserve dignity and independence for older adults in California and nationwide. Ipakchi's leadership is instrumental in shaping initiatives that address the complexities of health and aging.
Professional Experience
Ipakchi has a diverse background in health policy and consulting. Before joining The SCAN Foundation, she worked as a Senior Consultant at Health Management Associates from 2019 to 2021. Prior to that, she held various roles, including Senior Analyst at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP from 2012 to 2014, and Director of Managed Markets at the American Health Care Association from 2014 to 2016. Her experience also includes serving as Medicare and Medicaid Policy Director for the Senate Aging Committee from 2021 to 2022.
Education and Expertise
Narda Ipakchi holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Politics from the University of Maryland and an MBA with a focus on Marketing and Strategy from the University of Maryland - Robert H. Smith School of Business. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in health policy. Ipakchi's expertise encompasses a holistic view of health policy, having collaborated with various stakeholders, including federal and state policymakers, health plans, and advocacy organizations.
Membership in Professional Networks
In 2023, Ipakchi joined Chief, a private network designed to connect and support women executives. This membership reflects her commitment to strengthening leadership among women in the professional sphere. Through her involvement, she aims to magnify influence and foster connections that enhance the capabilities of women leaders in various sectors, including health policy.