Craig Waltz
About Craig Waltz
Craig Waltz serves as the Executive Director of Growth & Business Planning at Carelon, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in business strategy and development within the life sciences sector, having held various leadership roles at organizations such as Carelon, PPD, and INC Research.
Current Role at Carelon
Craig Waltz serves as the Executive Director of Growth & Business Planning at Carelon, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives and overseeing business planning efforts. His work is based in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he leverages his extensive experience in the healthcare sector to enhance organizational effectiveness and support business objectives.
Previous Experience at Carelon
Before his current role, Craig Waltz worked at Carelon as the Director of Business Strategy and Planning from 2017 to 2021. During his four years in Wilmington, DE, he focused on developing and implementing strategic plans that aligned with the company's goals. His contributions helped shape the direction of the business during a critical growth phase.
Professional Background
Craig Waltz has a diverse professional background in business development and strategy within the healthcare and life sciences sectors. He held positions at R.A. Jones as a Sales Manager from 2001 to 2007, and at PPD as a Senior Account Director in Business Development from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he served as the Director of Global Business Development at INC Research from 2011 to 2014. His roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics and client needs.
Education and Expertise
Craig Waltz earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Ohio University, where he studied from 2002 to 2006. His educational background complements his professional expertise in designing custom, data-driven research solutions for various stakeholders in the healthcare industry. He specializes in evaluating the impact of disease and treatment on health outcomes, and he supports research initiatives such as Comparative Effectiveness Research and Health Economics & Outcomes Research.
Research Contributions
In his current and previous roles, Craig Waltz has contributed to research efforts that link clinical data with one of the largest claims databases in the United States. His work supports various types of research, including Pragmatic Clinical Trials, which aim to provide insights into real-world healthcare practices. His experience in this area underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge in health outcomes and treatment effectiveness.