Chris Preffer
Director Innovation, UPMC HP | Retired Air Force | Youth Sports Coach | Medicare Educator | Licensed Producer ✝️
- Role
- Director, Program Innovation & Improvement Medicare at UPMC Health Plan
- Location
- Pittsburgh, PA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Chris Preffer
Chris is a leader who brings together professional excellence, innovative thinking, and a deep passion for community and family. He genuinely believes in the power of loving your neighbors as yourself, and he’s dedicated to making a positive impact in every aspect of life—whether it’s through his work or his personal commitments.As the Director of Program Innovation & Improvement for Medicare at UPMC Health Plan, Chris is driven by a love for helping people. He leads with optimism, always seeking out ways to enhance the customer experience, streamline operations, and embrace digital transformation. His rich experience in both healthcare and the military gives him a unique perspective on how to deliver solutions that truly meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.Chris has a special place in his heart for serving veterans and improving their Medicare experience. This commitment is a key part of who he is and fuels his drive to make a difference every day.Outside of work, Chris and his wife are deeply involved in their community. They are active in philanthropy, engaged with Christ United Methodist Church, and committed to building a brighter future for their children. Chris loves coaching his kids’ sports teams and participating in scouting with his son, believing that these activities are just as important as his professional achievements.In everything he does, Chris’s optimism, positivity, and passion for helping others shine through. He’s not just focused on professional success—he’s dedicated to making the world a better place for everyone around him.
Experience
Director, Program Innovation & Improvement Medicare
Feb 2022 — Present · Pittsburgh, PA, US
Education
USAF Air Command and Staff College
Diploma, Military and Strategic Leadership
2013 — 2014
Penn State University
Minor, Geography
Defense Information School
Certification Department of Defense Spokesperson, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
2010 — 2010
Penn State University
Minor, History
Basic Military Training, US Air Force
Enlistment in US Air Force, Military and Strategic Leadership
2002 — 2002
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science - BS, Secondary Education and Teaching
2003 — 2006
Academy of Military Science
Comission in US Air Force, Military and Strategic Leadership
2008 — 2008
Community College of the Air Force
Maintenance Officer (21A1 AFSC), Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
2009 — 2009
Robert Morris University
Master of Science - MS, Mathematics
2008 — 2010
USAF Squadron Officer School - Air University
Diploma, Military and Strategic Leadership
2012 — 2012
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer Service
- Operational Excellence
- Data Analysis
- Leadership
- Training & Development
- Inventory Management
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Change Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Warehouse Operations
- Strategic Planning
- Team Building
- Program Development
- Management
- Business Process Improvement
- Communication
- Military Logistics
- Internal Communications
- Collaborative Leadership
- Operations Management
- Program Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Event Planning
- Team Leadership
- Microsoft Office
- Database Design
- Operational Planning
- Strategic Influence
- Leadership Development
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Military Operations
- Enterprise Relationship Management
- Strategic Communications
- Security Clearance
- Written Communication
- Logistics Management
- Lean Six Sigma
- Process & Productivity Improvement
- Performance Management
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