Vālenz Leadership
Vālenz® is governed by a Board of Directors comprising a range of business, finance and health industry experts.
Our executive leadership team includes:
Rob Gelb
Chief Executive Officer
An accomplished executive leader with a proven record of strategic and tactical success across his 30+ year career, Rob is best known for inspiring and leading the development of the self-insured industry’s first truly integrated clinical advocacy and cost containment ecosystem. Rob is widely regarded in the industry for being a results-driven leader and his commitment to a high-performance, “yes, and” culture, and use of data and analytically driven approaches that simplify the complexities of self-insurance.
Larry Eisel, CPA, CMA, CGMA
Chief Financial Officer
Once named CFO of the Year by Financial Executives International and Outstanding CFO by the Phoenix Business Journal, Larry is an innovative and results-driven financial leader. A nationally and internationally certified accountant, Larry’s experience in finance spans more than three decades. Prior to joining Valenz in 2019, he served for 11 years as CFO of Total Transit, a privately owned holding company that included Veyo, a healthcare logistics data analytics firm. Larry has an accounting degree from the Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan.
Amy Gasbarro
Chief Operating Officer
Amy’s career spans more than 20 years of executive leadership at companies focused on population health and cost management solutions for self-funded employer group plans. Prior to joining Valenz in 2018, Amy worked for Medical Cost Management Corporation, where she held such positions as VP of Operations, COO and President during her long tenure. Today, in addition to her role as COO, Amy serves on the Government Relations Committee for the Self-Insurance Institute of America (SIIA), as well as the SIIA Political Action Committee.
Nathan Nelson
Chief Revenue Officer
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.
John Paolacci, MBA
Chief Claims Officer
John leads the Validation, Integrity and Accuracy (VIA) of claims and payments, implementing tech-enabled solutions that support a robust claim infrastructure for accelerated and streamlined claim operations. A results-driven, solutions-oriented leader with deep expertise in managed care and cost containment, John holds a master’s degree in Business Administration from Franklin University in Columbus, Ohio.
Ed Zwicker, MBA
Chief Information Officer
With 35 years’ experience in design, development, and implementation of highly robust data systems and business intelligence applications, Ed creates and executes IT initiatives and data strategies that align with business goals. A mentor and trusted leader who proactively drives projects and programs, Ed achieves exceptional business results and excels at fostering partnerships between IT and business teams.
Maurice Steenland
Senior Vice President, Product & Delivery
As an executive team member with 20+ years of senior leadership experience at healthcare-related organizations, Maurice enables development, growth and scale for the ecosystem product suite. Before joining Valenz, Maurice held operations, informatics and product leadership positions with Optum, CIGNA Healthcare, Coventry Health Care and Intracorp, and he earned his MBA from The Wharton School.
Jordan Hersh, MBA
Senior Vice President, Channel Distribution
Since 2007, Jordan’s career has been dedicated to solving cost-related healthcare challenges for employers and companies of all sizes. He leads innovation in channel distribution and has extensive experience in business development, strategic partnerships, product marketing, account management and sales strategy.
Brian Campbell
Vice President, Client Services
With his extensive track record of putting clients first to help them succeed, Brian is solutions-focused and dedicated to delivering results. His experience includes 20+ years leading national accounts in commercial insurance, workers’ compensation, reinsurance and more. He is a proud graduate of Kansas State University, where he studied Marketing and International Business.
Randy Dorshorst
Vice President, Bill Review Solutions
With a passion to optimize product, data and client solutions, Randy leads the expansion of the Valenz ecosystem to position clients for long-term success. He has 30+ years’ experience in driving growth, engaging teams, and developing strategic solutions for complex health administrative challenges. Randy held executive roles with AViDEL Medical Management and Service Lloyds Insurance Company before joining Valenz.
Eric Hanna
Vice President, Claim and Access Solutions
Eric’s 15 years of experience with Valenz include key roles that range from claims analysis to implementation management and network contracting. He has a strong reputation for going the extra mile to deliver results for his team, and his dedication to client success is undeniable. Eric was selected for the Valenz Extended Leadership Team (ELT) in 2019. He graduated Cum Laude with a degree in Business Administration and Management from Northern Arizona University.
Kevin Gorham, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Vice President, Human Resources
An award-winning human resources executive, Kevin’s guiding philosophy is “best people, best practices.” That approach has led to many corporate successes throughout his 20+ year career in HR leadership, from results-driven operational improvements to record-high employee engagement. Kevin is a Senior Certified Professional in Human Resources.
Janet Koch, RN, BSN, CCM
Vice President, Care Management
With extensive experience in care management and nursing, Janet provides program leadership that ensures positive clinical and financial outcomes for Valenz Care clients. Prior to joining Valenz in 2011, she held administrative and clinical positions at such firms as Coventry, WellCare and Tampa’s VA Medical Center. Janet, a Certified Case Manager, is licensed by the Florida and Georgia State Boards of Nursing.
Retiring on June 1, 2022
Suzann Chesek, BSN, RN, MBA, CCM
Vice President, Care
Suzann’s rich blend of leadership skills and technical expertise supports Valenz Care clients with superior capabilities in planning, decision-making and change management. Before joining Valenz in 2022, she spent 20 years with managed care and healthcare organizations, holding key positions in clinical operations for Trustmark Health Benefits, Holy Spirit Health System and Wellspan Health. In addition, she has served as an ICU nurse in multiple roles. With an MBA in Healthcare Management, Suzann is pursuing a second master’s degree in Management & Leadership.
Aaron Prose
Vice President, Enterprise Analytics
With 20 years’ experience in software strategy, development, implementation and support, Aaron oversees data analytics within the Valenz ecosystem/v-Lenz environment. He excels in the strategic use of data to support business efficiencies and decision-enablement across the ecosystem. Aaron has a background in Computer Engineering and deep expertise in predictive modeling and analytics.
Kevin O’Donnell, MPA
Vice President, Enterprise Solutions
With more than a decade of expertise in operations, change management, payment integrity and claims quality, Kevin leads the expansion and integration of Valenz ecosystem solutions for providers and payers. Previously Kevin was with Evolent Health and Navigant. He holds a master’s degree in Public Administration with an emphasis in health and human services from the University of Arizona.
