Industry veteran Craig Julien was recently named as chief executive officer for Luminare Health, promoting him from the role as president. Nancy Eckrich stepped down from her role as chief executive officer earlier this month.
Julien brings a broad perspective and deep understanding of the industry, drawing from his over 30 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Luminare Health, Julien served as CEO of HealthSmart, a third-party administrator of self-funded and fully insured health benefit plans. Earlier in his career, Julien held senior leadership positions at TriZetto, Kenexa Technologies, Ceridian, and CNA Insurance Companies.
“With nearly 50 years of experience in the health benefits administration industry, Luminare Health possesses the experience, solutions, and results that clients seek in a third-party administrator. Our unwavering commitment to exceptional customer experience, innovation, and growth will propel our business forward,” says Julien. “Our objective is to deliver service excellence to every client and member we serve.”
Luminare Health is a subsidiary of Health Care Service Corporation, which serves the health care needs of nearly 23 million people nationwide.
“Craig has a deep commitment, and proven track record in delivering innovative health benefit solutions that improve cost and quality of health care while meeting the tailored needs of our customers,” said Arun Prasad, HCSC’s Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer & President, Diversified Businesses. “HCSC is thrilled to have Craig leading Luminare Health as it continues to expand the value that it delivers to the health care marketplace.”
“Our extensive experience, coupled with our ability to provide unique solutions and deliver tangible fact-based results, sets us apart in this industry,” says Julien. “We are merely scratching the surface of our potential and the remarkable milestones that lie ahead.”