Crystal Jack

About Crystal Jack

I’ve always believed that policy isn’t just about politics — it’s about people. The right legislative strategy can expand access to life-saving medications, create new economic opportunities, and drive systemic change that dramatically improves lives. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of turning complex policy challenges into strategic advantages, working at the highest levels of government affairs to navigate legislative landscapes and influence meaningful outcomes. As a visionary, award-winning government affairs executive, I bring extensive experience in healthcare and pharmaceutical policy, serving as a trusted advisor to business leaders and legislators alike. My expertise spans state and national advocacy, corporate communications, and stakeholder engagement and have been honored with the Market Access and Public Affairs Vision Award from Novo Nordisk, recognizing my ability to drive impactful policy change. Some other career highlights include: • Expanding access to game-changing medications for 1.5 million people by securing critical policy changes in California, opening the door for hundreds of millions in potential revenue. • Guiding a Fortune 500 CEO through a pivotal congressional testimony before the Senate HELP Committee, ensuring strategic positioning on the national stage. • Championing the passage of key legislation that allowed Cigna to enter the Medicare Advantage market, leveling the playing field and driving business growth. • Delivering persuasive testimony in high-stakes legislative hearings, influencing policy decisions and successfully protecting business interests against adverse legislative outcomes. • Leading rebranding and strategic communications efforts for the California New Car Dealers Association, enhancing industry engagement and public perception. • Advising state senators on critical policy decisions, drafting key legislation, and shaping narratives that influence regulatory landscapes. I thrive at the intersection of business and policy, helping organizations navigate regulatory complexities while advocating for policies that drive both corporate and public good. Let’s connect today at 2••••••••@gmail.com or right here on LinkedIn to create lasting impact together. EXCEPTIONAL STRENGTHS Policy Development Financial Budgeting Team Leadership & Guidance Strategic Partnership Cultivation Public Speaking & Presentations Cross-functional Collaboration Stakeholder Engagement & Awareness Industry Board Membership & Community Initiatives Corporate Communications, Public Relations (PR), & Media

Experience

1. Regional Lead, State Government Affairs

   Novo Nordisk

   Jan 2023 — Present

   Here, I deliver legislative and regulatory excellence and collaborative leadership spanning the western United States, primarily AK, AZ, CA, HI, NV, and OR. I drive success at the national level by devising innovative strategy and developing materials to educate teams across the country. I also seized control of a vacant role to forge all tools, onboarding processes, and planning roadmaps. Notable Impact• Expanded access to Novo Nordisk’s medication to 1.5 million additional lives by navigating critical policy change in California, surpassing predecessor’s efforts dramatically, directly aiding the sales organization in providing an opportunity for hundreds of millions in potential revenue and realizing principal objective upon joining company in year one. • Commandeered nationwide strategic initiatives for both the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) and the National Council of Insurance Legislators (NCOIL); managed creation of comprehensive third-party white paper as well as coordinating impactful panel presentations for these key regulatory organizations and others. • Optimized and executed remarkably successful strategy in Nevada to secure favorable cardiovascular access policy change with $100M+ value to the business, challenging and overturning original policy with complex approach, transcending state’s less advantageous initial proposal, and substantially improving outcome for patient access.

Education

• University of Southern California

  Master

• CSU Sacramento

  Bachelor of Arts - BA