Improving Well-Being, Nationally, and Internationally: An Interview With Healthcare Management Innovator Cachet Colvard

Cachet Colvard is a dynamic leader in the healthcare sector with a rich background in operations, strategy, and population health.At Guaranteed, a VC-backed health tech startup, Cachet led strategic partnerships and helped build their care delivery arm, Guaranteed Hospice.In her previous roles, she worked with leading healthcare organizations, such as Cleveland Clinic and Oak Street Health, where she contributed to the development and execution of strategic initiatives, programs, and metrics to enhance operational efficiency, patient satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.Cachet's expertise in healthcare management is complemented by her passion for empowering others, evident through her co-founding of OWDOT (Ordinary Women Doing Ordinary Things), an organization dedicated to fostering exceptional leadership among women in various spheres of life.Cachet's influence extends to her role on the leadership team of the Advancement League, a movement committed to integrating health into every aspect of life.As an Adjunct Professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, she contributes to the academic community, serving on the Alumni Board and previously engaging with the American College of Healthcare Executives and the National Association of Health Services Executives.Her insatiable curiosity and openness to diverse cultures have led her to live and work in various countries including China, Ghana, Nicaragua, and the United Arab Emirates.These experiences have enriched her perspective and continue to inform her commitment to delivering high-quality care globally.Cachet's educational achievements include completing