The Perkins Platform
In its 13th year, this show is a series of expertly facilitated conversations with world experts in a variety of disciplines. These conversations illuminate problems, issues and solutions faced and considered by aspiring and veteran leaders.
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Lessons from Healthcare Leadership: Vision Matters
Chief Executive Officer of Aetna Better Health of New York, a CVS Health company, Kevin Nelson joins us to discuss healthcare and leadership. With over 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership, Kevin has dedicated his career to advancing health equity and expanding access for underserved communities. Before leading ABHNY, he held senior roles at organizations like the U.S. Fund for UNICEF and Hudson Health Plan, where he combined policy expertise with operational excellence to drive meaningful change.
Kevin holds a Master’s in Public Health from the Yale School of Public Health and a bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration from the University of Pittsburgh. He’s been recognized as one of Westchester County’s Top Male Executives and honored with awards including the Yale Medal and the American College of Healthcare Executives Young Healthcare Executive Award. Kevin brings deep insight into the intersection of public health, policy, and innovation—and we’re excited to have him share his perspective on the podcast.