Shahid Alam

About Shahid Alam

A transformative CXO, I use innovation and strategic vision to reinvent healthcare companies and improve upon the three central tenets of patient care in the 21st century—Affordability, Quality, and Equity.Developing and deploying advanced technology solutions (artificial intelligence, machine learning, robotics, predictive algorithms) and digital products, I’ve helped Fortune 100s, non-profits and startups transform their market strategies, enhance the patient experience, reduce healthcare costs and deliver superior quality of care across all healthcare consumer segments. CAREER IMPACTS Provided entrepreneurial vision, built operations/organizational structures, and developed next-gen healthcare products poised to drive an industry-wide paradigm shift toward Value-Based Health. Reinvented BCBS of MN’s Technology and Data Analytics organizations, effectively repositioning the company in its market, and built Centene’s Data Science organization, helping to drive $60B in revenue growth through innovation, vision, and digital transformation. Shepherded “sick to holistic” population health strategy through next-generation analytics and clinical intelligence platform. This transformation promises to cut Blue Cross Blue Shield healthcare costs in Minnesota by 10% over five years. INNOVATOR, ADVISOR, THOUGHT LEADERIntent on disrupting the industry, I combine technical expertise with deep insight into the entire healthcare ecosystem to expand healthcare affordability while leveraging data to improve health and racial equity.As a trusted advisor, my experience spans startup, next-stage growth, private equity, venture capital, operations, customer engagement, product optimization, and service innovation.A respected industry thought leader and influencer, I give keynote addresses on data science and predictive analytics (most recently at the Midwest Health IT Summit), frequently speak on reimagining provider/payer partnerships, and serve as a vocal champion for racial justice and equity in the healthcare system. ADDITIONAL FACTS 2020 Twin-Cities CIO ORBIE Award Finalist for Leading Blue Cross Blue Shield of MN’s Digital Transformation. Completed Readying Executives to Answer the Challenges of Healthcare (REACH) Program (2018). Executive Data Science Certification Program (John Hopkins University, 2017).

Experience

1. Chief Information Officer

   ConcertoCare

   Jun 2023 — Present · NY, US

   CHALLENGEChampion strategic technology investments, fostering a culture of excellence within the IT organization and taking ConcertoCare\'s tech capability to new heights. My leadership ensures a secure, scalable, and reliable IT infrastructure, facilitating growth and innovation. KEY ROLESAs the CIO of ConcertoCare, I\'m a strategic and innovative leader driving the company\'s long-term growth through technology transformation. I execute the tech vision in sync with business objectives, optimize our tech team\'s performance, and ensure quick value delivery to our customers. I lead tech consolidation and develop modern data management strategies.Moreover, I oversee the development of proprietary algorithms and platforms, making critical software decisions based on feasibility, cost, and timeline. I also spearhead M&A tech due diligence and integration of new acquisitions.

Education

• University of Minnesota

  Master of Health Informatics, Health Informatics/ Biostatistics

  2011 — 2014

• St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School

  B.S, Business Computer Information System

  1998 — 2003

• Washington University in St. Louis - Olin Business School

  Executive Program, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

  2018 — 2018

• University of St. Thomas

  Project Management Certification I, Project Management

  2008 — 2008

Skills

• Data Warehousing
• Health Economics
• Visual Basic
• Database Design
• Microsoft Office
• Critical Thinking
• Process Improvement
• Ms Office Suite
• Strategic Consulting
• Hipaa
• Oracle
• Data Mining
• Requirements Analysis
• Medicaid Managed Care
• Healthcare Analytics
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Clinical Research
• Ehr
• Medicare
• Business Intelligence
• Managed Care
• Data Modeling
• Contract Analytics
• Problem Solving
• Cqi
• Business Communications
• Sql
• Etl
• Data Marts
• Research
• Analytics
• Pl/Sql
• R
• Teradata
• Leadership
• Sas
• Hl7
• Outcome Measures
• Statistics