Our
Team
Cynthia
Carmona
MPA, Founder & Principal Consultant
Cynthia has over 15 years of experience in health policy working with state and local agencies, safety net providers, and managed care organizations. In her various roles, Cynthia has implemented several major health care initiatives including My Health LA, the Low Income Health Program transition to Medi-Cal under the Affordable Care Act, the Health Homes Program, and CalAIM Enhanced Care Management & Community Supports.
Mary
Zavala
LCSW, MPP, MA, Senior Consultant
Mary has over 20 years of experience providing healthcare services to California's low-income and high-need populations. Her experience includes direct patient care, quality improvement, and program development and operations at both the community and managed care levels. Her peer-reviewed research highlights the positive effects care management and coordination can have on outcomes such as quality of life, health literacy, and a sense of support in vulnerable groups.
Eric
Alegria
MPP, MPA, Partner Consultant
Eric brings over 18 years of leadership experience in healthcare, spanning large health systems and nonprofit organizations. He has a strong track record of driving improved health and social outcomes for underserved communities. Throughout his career, Eric has led strategic and operational initiatives across health plans, provider networks, and community-based organizations. His work includes developing clinically integrated networks, expanding public reimbursement strategies, improving care delivery, and growing value-based contracting efforts.
