Abner Mason

About Abner Mason

Do you have the cultural connections needed to create a healthier, more equitable world?I\'ve seen how one-size-fits-all healthcare leaves entire communities behind, limiting access and harming outcomes. This hurts real people. It\'s time for change.We can make healthcare work for everyone. We can create the future we want.WHY SAMESKY HEALTH?As founder and CEO of SameSky Health, I lead a team of diverse, culturally intelligent experts who are passionate about building a healthier, more equitable world. We understand that everyone differs in how we understand, engage with, and use the healthcare system. That\'s why we focus on developing cultural connections with Medicaid and Medicare Advantage members from all walks of life: to overcome barriers and empower everyone on their journey to better health.We are fiercely committed to connecting every person to the care they need when they need it.The key is cultural intelligence, which enables us to examine the whole person. Race, ethnicity, language, cultural norms, and values influence how people communicate and interact with healthcare. Through our unique CultureGuide™ solution, we build dynamic member profiles, screen for social determinants of health, and enable health plans to know their members.We personalize every healthcare interaction to create the trusted relationships required to drive meaningful experiences and real results.Does your organization need cultural connections? Message me here or reach out to us: TOWARD HEALTH EQUITY The movement for health equity is bigger than any single person. I\'m honored to work with organizations that are dedicated to increasing health equity, including as a member of:• The American Medical Association\'s External Equity & Innovation Advisory Group• Manifest MedEx, California\'s largest health information exchange The California Black Health Network the past, I have advanced health equity by serving in roles such as:• Biden-Harris Policy Committee member• Founder and CEO of the Workplace Wellness Council of Mexico, the country\'s leading corporate wellness company• Founder and executive director of the AIDS Responsibility Project, where I created the first business councils on HIV/AIDS in Mexico and Jamaica• Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDS member and chairman of the group’s International Committee, through appointment by President George W. BushDoes your board need an accomplished health equity expert? Message me.

Experience

1. Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer

   GroundGame.Health

   Apr 2024 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   Abner Mason is a leader in driving health equity, and is dedicated to creating a more just, equitable, and effective healthcare system. Abner was previously founder and CEO of SameSky Health, which merged with GroundGame Health in April 2024 to create the Nation\'s leading company focused on solving social needs.

Education

• Harvard University

  A.B.

Skills

• Entrepreneurship
• Public Speaking
• Business Analysis
• Strategy
• Diabetes
• Administration
• Social Media
• International Development
• Spanish
• Community Outreach
• Research
• Wellness
• Human Resources
• Organizational Development
• Employee Relations
• Strategic Planning
• Negotiation
• Training
• Public Relations
• Fundraising
• Business Strategy
• Event Planning
• Change Management
• Policy Analysis
• Access
• Public Health
• Governmental Affairs
• Non-Profits
• Strategic Communications
• Prevention
• Employee Wellness
• Healthcare
• Policy
• Coaching
• System Administration
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Nutrition
• Leadership
• Employee Benefits