Liz Schmittgens

About Liz Schmittgens

For more than 15 years, I’ve worked across hospitals, health plans, employers, and digital wellbeing companies, helping organizations turn data, technology, and operational complexity into solutions people actually use. Today, that work looks like channel strategy and market relationships. I partner with benefits brokers and consultants across the Midwest to bring whole-person health solutions to employers who are ready to do something different for their people.I’m at my best when:• untangling complexity and turning it into decisive action• designing systems that reduce friction for the people who rely on them• shaping narratives that help teams see what’s possible and how to get there• building trust and clarity in the messy middle of change• aligning diverse stakeholders around a shared directionMy leadership is grounded in three values: Joy, Creativity, and Connection. They’re how I sustain momentum, unlock better ideas, and create environments where people want to engage, contribute, and move forward together.If you’re thinking about the future of health, behavior change, circular systems, or purpose-driven innovation, I’d love to connect. I’m always open to thoughtful conversations, big ideas, and challenges worth rolling up my sleeves for.

Experience

1. Travel Advisor

   Fora Travel

   Apr 2023 — Present

   My passionate side-gig as Chief Vacation Officer, making personalized travel bookings and itineraries. Fora advisors provide next-level travel powered by the combination of tech and human expertise.

Education

• Webster University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

  2010 — 2013

• Truman State University

  B.S., Health Science, Minor: Business Administration

  2005 — 2009

• Arizona State University

  Partial Graduate certificate program, Integrated Behavioral Health Management

  2022 — 2023