Vālenz Health®: Who We Are and What We Do
Optimizing Healthcare Cost, Quality, Access, and Utilization for All
Simplifying Self-Insurance for All
About Vālenz Health®
Vālenz (VAY-lens) Health® is the platform to simplify healthcare: the destination for employers, brokers, payers, and providers to reduce costs, improve quality, and elevate the healthcare experience.
Through advanced technology and clinical expertise, Valenz creates a distinctly different approach to a complex healthcare system. With fully integrated solutions, we execute across the entire healthcare journey — from member experience to payment integrity, provider quality, and plan performance.
With one of America’s largest cost, quality and utilization datasets, we create greater transparency, flexibility, and cost containment — empowering members and employers with the information they need to make smarter, more cost-effective decisions.
Vālenz Health® Core Values
As part of our mission to simplify healthcare, we are committed to four core values that guide how we work with our members, our customers, and each other:
Collaboration
Work together to achieve more.
Performance
Deliver results that matter.
Transparency
Communicate openly, honestly, and clearly.
Trust
Do what we say and earn confidence through our actions.
Led by Movers and Shakers in the Healthcare Industry
Vālenz Health® Executive Leadership
Led by CEO Vince Cole, the Valenz executive leadership team is comprised of experienced, innovative leaders in the healthcare industry. Valenz is also governed by a Board of Directors, with experts from across the business, finance, and health industries.
A global business leader with a track record of driving market share, revenue, and profit growth, Vince has more than three decades of executive leadership experience spanning healthcare services, insurance, and global enterprise transformation. As CEO, he leads the Valenz team in expanding company growth, strengthening client partnerships, and advancing healthcare for all through technology and clinical expertise. He previously served as CEO of Ontellus; CEO, Americas, of Charles Taylor; and CEO, Americas, of Crawford & Company.
Madeline’s career of more than 25 years has touched on all aspects of human resources, with expertise in global HR strategy, talent management and organizational development. Before running her own consulting company, she served in executive and management positions with Sonoco, Aon Corporation and Hewitt Associates. Madeline holds an MBA from the Yale School of Management.
With a strong foundation in future-ready care platforms, Chris leads the development of scalable systems, the alignment of processes with highly complex industry regulations, and the implementation of operational controls for sustainable business growth. He previously held executive positions with Amwell, among the world’s largest telehealth companies, as well as Availity and TriZetto Provider Solutions.
Thomas has more than 15 years of progressive executive leadership in governance, administrative, enterprise risk, and security functions across the healthcare and insurance industries. Through sharp technical expertise, business acumen, and a knack for building strong partnerships, he has helped facilitate EBITDA growth for brands including Ontellus and Charles Taylor. Thomas holds a J.D. degree from the University of Denver, Sturm College of Law.
Nathan’s career includes 20+ years of proven success in sales and account management for the healthcare industry, primarily in the managed care segment. He has expertise in claim management, workers’ compensation, underwriting, and sales management. Nathan graduated magna cum laude with an MBA in Business from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri.
With 25+ years leading the development implementation of strategic IT plans, Erik provides deep expertise in building and developing cross-functional teams and overseeing IT operations for major business units. Spearheading enterprise-level technology projects and standardizing development and operational processes, Erik was Chief Information Officer and a founding member of Healthcare Bluebook™. He is a University of Oklahoma graduate.
Bryan is a seasoned finance executive with nearly 25 years of experience leading high-growth, private equity-backed technology companies in the financial services and healthcare industries. Skilled in strategic accounting and finance and passionate about transforming healthcare, Bryan is dedicated to “bending the cost curve” and simplifying the healthcare journey for consumers. He previously served as the Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at Icario and at Sapphire Digital. Bryan graduated with honors and a degree in accounting from Lehigh University.
Heather has more than 15 years of experience navigating complex legal landscapes and providing strategic counsel to businesses in the healthcare and insurance industries. Her strong background in conducting due diligence for mergers, mitigating healthcare regulatory risk, contracting complex business deals, and implementing effective compliance programs has helped her drive positive outcomes for brands including Valenz, Collective Health, and Superior Dental Care, a Medical Mutual Company. She holds a doctorate degree in law from the University of Dayton Law School.
About Our Investors
Valenz is proud to be a Kelso & Company portfolio company. Kelso & Company is one of the oldest and most established firms specializing in private equity investing.
Since 1980, Kelso has invested approximately $19 billion of equity capital in 140 transactions. Kelso was founded by the inventor of the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), and as a result, the principles of partnership and alignment of interest serve as the foundation of the firm’s investment philosophy. Kelso benefits from a successful investment track record, deep sector expertise, a long-tenured investing team, and a reputation as a preferred partner to management teams and corporates. Kelso has significant experience investing in healthcare and financial services.