Sunshine Health Announces the Appointment of Charlene Zein as President and CEO

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Sunshine Health, Florida's largest managed care organization and a Centene company (NYSE: CNC), announced the appointment of Charlene Zein as Plan President and CEO, effective Nov. 3, 2024.

Zein brings nearly two decades of healthcare industry experience, having held various leadership roles at Sunshine Health since joining in 2019. Most recently, she served as Chief Product President, overseeing Medicaid, Marketplace, and Medicare products. Zein played a key role in driving growth in the Marketplace product and was instrumental in Florida's successful Medicaid contract reprocurement.

Centene CEO of Markets and Medicaid, Nathan Landsbaum, expressed confidence in Zein's leadership to further expand Sunshine Health's impact and growth. Zein stated her commitment to ensuring high-quality healthcare access for Floridians and collaborating with government, provider, and community partners.

Sunshine Health provides health coverage to over 2.5 million Floridians through its Medicaid, Marketplace, and Medicare products.

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• Appointment of Charlene Zein as President and CEO, bringing nearly two decades of healthcare experience.
• Zein's leadership drove significant growth in the Marketplace product.
• Instrumental role in Florida's successful Medicaid contract reprocurement.
• Potential for continued growth and dedicated service under Zein's leadership.

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PEMBROKE PINES, Fla., Nov. 7, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Sunshine Health, Florida's largest managed care organization and a Centene Corporation company (NYSE: CNC), announced today Charlene Zein has been named Plan President and Chief Executive Officer, effective Nov. 3, 2024.

Zein has nearly two decades of experience in the healthcare industry, including various leadership roles of increasing scope and responsibility at Sunshine Health since joining in 2019. She most recently served as Sunshine Health Chief Product President, where she had oversight of all of Sunshine Health's Medicaid, Marketplace and Medicare products.

"Charlene helped drive explosive growth in our Marketplace product, and was instrumental in Florida's successful Medicaid contract reprocurement," said Centene CEO of Markets and Medicaid, Nathan Landsbaum. "Her leadership in this new role will expand her impact and help fuel Sunshine Health's continued growth and dedicated service to our members, providers and the community."

"I am excited for this opportunity to serve and ensure that Floridians have access to high-quality comprehensive healthcare," said Zein. "I look forward to working with our government, provider and community partners to support people on their journeys to better health and overall wellness."

Sunshine Health provides health coverage for over 2.5 million Floridians through its Medicaid, Marketplace and Medicare products. For more about Sunshine Health, visit SunshineHealth.com.

About Sunshine Health
Headquartered in Broward County with offices across the state, Sunshine Health is among the largest healthcare plans in Florida. Offering coordinated care and a network of support for our members, Sunshine Health is transforming the health of the community, one person at a time. It offers government-sponsored managed care through Medicaid, Long Term Care, the Health Insurance Marketplace (Ambetter Health), and Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plans (Wellcare). Its specialty plans include the Sunshine Health Pathways to Shine Specialty Plan serving children in or adopted from the state's Child Welfare system; the Sunshine Health Mindful Pathways Specialty Plan for people living with serious mental illness; the Sunshine Health Power to Thrive Specialty Plan (coming 2025) for people living with HIV/Aids; and the Children's Medical Services Health Plan, operated by Sunshine Health on behalf of the Florida Department of Health for children and adolescents with special healthcare needs. Sunshine Health is a Centene Corporation company. For more information, visit SunshineHealth.com or follow us on Facebook and Twitter @SunHealthFL. 

 

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FAQ

Who is the new CEO of Sunshine Health?

Charlene Zein has been named Plan President and CEO of Sunshine Health, effective Nov. 3, 2024.

What experience does Charlene Zein bring to her role as CEO of Sunshine Health?

Charlene Zein has nearly two decades of experience in the healthcare industry, including various leadership roles at Sunshine Health since 2019.

What was Charlene Zein's previous role at Sunshine Health?

Charlene Zein most recently served as Chief Product President, overseeing Medicaid, Marketplace, and Medicare products.

How many Floridians does Sunshine Health provide coverage for?

Sunshine Health provides health coverage for over 2.5 million Floridians.

What impact did Charlene Zein have on Sunshine Health's Marketplace product?

Charlene Zein helped drive explosive growth in Sunshine Health's Marketplace product.

What role did Charlene Zein play in Florida's Medicaid contract reprocurement?

Charlene Zein was instrumental in Florida's successful Medicaid contract reprocurement.