Christy Strain
About Christy Strain
Christy Strain is the Senior Strategy Manager, Health Services at TELUS in Toronto, Canada, with extensive experience in health strategies and product development across multiple organizations.
Current Role at TELUS
Christy Strain currently serves as the Senior Strategy Manager, Health Services at TELUS in the Toronto, Canada area. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives within the health services sector, focusing on enhancing service delivery and optimizing health strategies. Since taking on this position, Strain has played a crucial role in shaping the company's health services strategy and driving key initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes. Her expertise in health strategy and solutions is a significant asset to TELUS as it continues to expand its services in the healthcare industry.
Career at Aon Hewitt
From 2014 to 2017, Christy Strain worked at Aon Hewitt as a Senior Associate, Health Strategies and Solutions. During her tenure, she focused on developing and implementing health strategies that aligned with organizational goals and client needs. Her role involved collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive health solutions and improve overall health program outcomes. Strain's experience at Aon Hewitt helped her to deepen her expertise in health strategies, making significant contributions to the company's health solutions portfolio.
Experience at Sun Life Financial
Christy Strain held the position of Director, Product Development, Health & Wellness at Sun Life Financial from 2011 to 2014. In this capacity, she led the national health and wellness implementation team and was instrumental in developing innovative health products. Her leadership in product development contributed to the successful launch of several health and wellness initiatives, enhancing the organization’s service offerings. Strain’s work positively impacted Sun Life Financial's ability to deliver comprehensive health and wellness solutions to its clients.
Educational Background
Christy Strain has a diverse educational background that supports her professional expertise in health services. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Toronto, obtained from 1993 to 1997. Additionally, she earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Workplace Wellness and Health Promotion (Wellness & Lifestyle Management) from Centennial College in 2000. Further enhancing her credentials, Strain completed the Workplace Mental Health Leadership™ certificate program at Queen's University / Morneau Shepell in 2014. This extensive education has provided her with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to excel in her roles related to health and wellness strategy.
Professional Achievements
Throughout her career, Christy Strain has achieved notable milestones. She increased client program participation by 240% while developing strategy and securing a contract with Canada’s largest union. She also managed corporate re-branding efforts for Buffett & Company and served as a TV spokesperson for the company. Strain authored winning submissions for EXCELLENCE CANADA Workplace Wellness Awards and a short-listed submission for Canada’s Top 100 Companies to Work For. Additionally, she managed teams across various departments, achieving a 0% turnover rate in a volatile team environment. Strain's achievements reflect her capability and effectiveness in her field.