Press Release

Lisa Woods Joins Business Group on Health's Board of Directors

Issued by Business Group on Health

Sept. 24, 2024

Known Across Industry for Addressing Quality and Well-being

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Business Group on Health, the leading non-profit organization representing large employers’ perspectives on optimizing workforce strategy through innovative health, benefits and well-being solutions and on health policy issues, has named Lisa Woods, Walmart Vice President, Physical & Emotional Wellbeing, to its board.

Woods, an experienced benefits and well-being professional, is nationally recognized as an innovator and thought leader in health care.

At Walmart, she ensures that the company’s 1.6 million U.S. associates have access to benefits that are comprehensive, affordable and competitive. She has had a key role in developing a portfolio of programs focused on quality and appropriateness of care for the company. In addition, she has spearheaded inclusive and proactive support for all Walmart associates’ mental health, boosted support for maternal health, led the implementation of Walmart’s Centers of Excellence (COE) program, led Walmart’s initiative to improve provider quality transparency, and expanded virtual care access for associates and their families.

“It is an honor to be named to the Business Group on Health’s Board of Directors,” Woods said. “Expanding access to affordable, quality health care is core to my mission, and I am looking forward to partnering with the Business Group’s robust community of members to continue to drive progress and create solutions in this space.”

Ellen Kelsay, the Business Group’s CEO and President, said, “Lisa is known across the industry for her efforts to address quality and well-being. She and her team continue to innovate, explore new partnerships and pursue industry transformation. The Business Group is delighted to benefit from her perspective and expertise.”

Brendon Perkins, Chair of the Business Group’s Board of Directors and Senior Vice President for Global Total Rewards and People Partnering at Nielsen, said, “It is my distinct privilege to welcome Lisa to the board of Business Group on Health, and we look forward to collaborating with her and advancing our mission.” 

About Business Group on Health 

Business Group on Health is the leading non-profit organization representing large employers’ perspectives on optimizing workforce strategy through innovative health, benefits and well-being solutions and on health policy issues. The Business Group keeps its membership informed of leading-edge thinking and action on health care cost and delivery, financing, affordability and experience with the health care system. Business Group members include the majority of Fortune 100 companies as well as large public-sector employers, who collectively provide health and well-being programs for more than 60 million individuals in 200 countries. For more information, visit www.businessgrouphealth.org. 

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