Chris Hause
Chief Sales & Marketing Officer - VP Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid Markets
Professional Overview
Chris Hause is a seasoned healthcare executive with over 25 years of experience driving strategy, sales, and operational excellence across the commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid markets. As the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer and VP of Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid Markets at Kaiser Permanente, he leads a team responsible for developing and executing comprehensive go-to-market strategies to drive revenue growth and market share expansion.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role at Kaiser Permanente, Chris is responsible for overseeing all sales, marketing, and account management activities for the organization's commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid business lines. Under his leadership, the team has successfully launched multiple new product offerings, resulting in significant market share gains and improved customer satisfaction. Chris has also been instrumental in driving cross-functional collaboration to optimize the company's sales and marketing efforts, positioning Kaiser Permanente as a trusted partner for employers, payers, and government agencies.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Kaiser Permanente, Chris held senior leadership positions at Magellan Health and HealthNet/MHN, where he spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative strategies to expand the companies' presence in the Medicaid and commercial healthcare markets. As the SVP of Behavioral Health Medicaid & Commercial Markets at Magellan Health, he played a pivotal role in securing several high-profile contract wins and driving significant revenue growth. Earlier in his career, Chris served as the VP of Sales & Account Management, Commercial & HealthPlan Business Officer at HealthNet/MHN, and as a Regional Director of Account Management at UnitedHealth Group, where he honed his expertise in sales, account management, and market expansion.
Academic Background
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Hawaii, with a focus on Marketing and Finance.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic sales and marketing leadership
- Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid market development
- Innovative product and service development
- Collaborative cross-functional team management
- Data-driven decision making and performance optimization
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Chris has consistently demonstrated the ability to drive sustainable growth and profitability for the organizations he has served. His strategic vision, coupled with a keen understanding of the healthcare industry's evolving landscape, has enabled him to develop and execute effective go-to-market strategies that have resulted in significant market share gains and improved customer loyalty. Chris is recognized as a respected leader and trusted partner within the healthcare community, with a proven track record of delivering measurable results and driving positive change.
Conclusion
With his extensive industry experience, proven leadership skills, and deep understanding of the commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid markets, Chris Hause is uniquely positioned to continue driving the success of Kaiser Permanente's sales and marketing initiatives. As the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, he remains focused on leveraging his expertise to enhance the organization's competitive position, foster strong stakeholder relationships, and deliver exceptional value to its customers and partners.
