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Chalapathi Rao
Vice President of Engineering
Chalapathi leads the engineering organization for EnlivenHealth™, working closely with product management, engineers and other key stakeholders to deliver on the roadmap. This includes enhancing current products to deliver better outcomes for customers, while bringing new and innovative solutions to the market. Prior to joining EnlivenHealth™, Chalapathi served as Vice President of Engineering at Omnicell, Inc, where he was most recently responsible for leading the development of Omnicell’s XT product line and Omnicell’s next generation of central pharmacy automation. Previously, Chalapathi worked as member of engineering teams for various companies in finance, ecommerce and technology sectors. Chalapathi holds a B.S. degree in Computer Science & Engineering and master’s degree in Executive General Management.
Erwin Enriquez
Director of Sales and Customer Success
Erwin is our senior sales executive who leads EnlivenHealth™’s Customer Engagement team. That team provides value-based support for existing partners, while developing new customers as well. Erwin believes that mutually successful customer relationships require passion and dedication to maintain and grow, and that listening to partners is the key. Erwin has been with Omnicell for the past 14 years, working in numerous roles. Prior to moving to EnlivenHealth™, he served as a sales consultant for several Omnicell divisions, successfully executing new product introductions and market development. Erwin is an alumnus of the University of San Carlos College of Civil Engineering. During his free time, Erwin enjoys traveling with his family and experiencing different cultures. He currently resides in The Woodlands, Texas, which is approximately a 17-hour plane ride from his hometown of Cebu City in the Philippines.
Irfan Ali, MRPharmS
Senior Director, Network Performance
Irfan leads the Network Performance and Clinical organizations at EnlivenHealth™, developing strategies that help to influence, communicate and impact outcomes for our health plan and retail pharmacy customers. Since joining Omnicell in 2007, Irfan has held several leadership positions focused on building medication adherence solutions within the UK, European and most recently global pharmacy markets. Prior to joining Omnicell, Irfan worked at a number of UK retail pharmacy companies, creating operational models to improve the delivery of medication adherence solutions. In addition, he spent five years launching and operating consulting services for the UK and European healthcare market. Irfan is a qualified pharmacist, holding a B.Sc. in Pharmacy from University of Portsmouth, UK.
Kimberly Howland, Ph.D.
Vice President of Product and Engineering
Kim leads the product and engineering organizations for EnlivenHealth™. She works closely with customers and partners to develop the roadmap for current and future products, and then leads EnlivenHealth’s engineering teams to build the innovative new digital solutions that deliver consistently strong value for customers. Prior to joining EnlivenHealth™, Kim served as Chief Product Officer at Diameter Health, where she developed software solutions to solve healthcare data interoperability challenges. Kim served as VP for Product Development for Omnicell, Inc. and opened and led the San Francisco office of Health Advances, a healthcare management consultancy. Kim holds a B.S. in Biology from Bates College, a Masters in Medical Sciences from Harvard Medical School, and a Ph.D. in Immunology from Harvard University. Recently, Kim was selected by the leading retail pharmacy trade publication Drug Store News to be a member of their 2021 Top Women in Health, Wellness & Beauty.Mike Cantrell, RPh., Esq.
Senior Director of Regional Operations
Mike oversees project management, quality assurance, product delivery, functional monitoring and customer support for EnlivenHealth™. A registered pharmacist and licensed attorney, Mike is known for his broad view of the US healthcare system and successfully driving retail pharmacy performance during his 30+ years in the industry. Prior to joining EnlivenHealth™, Mike served in senior management positions at Shopko, Delhaize America and Longs Drug Stores, where he spent a major part of his career. Mike also held senior management roles at AmerisourceBergen, one of the world’s largest drug distribution and healthcare services companies. He earned his JD degree from Peninsula University, a B.S. in Pharmacy from the University of Utah, and a B.A. in Chemistry from the University of Northern Colorado. Patrick Di Chiro
Head of EnlivenHealth™ Marketing
Patrick leads all marketing activities for EnlivenHealth™, including brand development, product marketing, demand generation and communications. As a veteran marketer and dedicated entrepreneur, Patrick’s career has spanned healthcare, technology and consumer brand marketing. Prior to joining EnlivenHealth™ in 2020, Patrick served as Chief Marketing Officer of several technology companies in the SF Bay Area. He also founded and led one of the nation’s leading integrated marketing firms. Earlier, Patrick was the Chief Communications Officer of Internet pioneer E*TRADE, VP of Global Technology Marketing for Visa International, and Partner with Ketchum, a global communications agency. A native of Napoli, Italy, Patrick earned his BS Degree from the University of Maryland.
Danny Sanchez
Vice President and General Manager
Danny leads EnlivenHealth™ and is passionate about its vision to ensure lifelong optimal health. In advancing that vital goal, he leads EnlivenHealth’s shared mission to develop digital patient engagement and communications solutions that empower retail pharmacies and health plans to significantly improve medication management, adherence, and safety. Danny brings over 20 years of experience working in healthcare technology, including automation and adherence solutions. He joined Omnicell in 2007 and has held a variety of senior leadership positions within sales and operations, primarily focused on the non-acute and medication adherence business. Prior to Omnicell, Danny worked for the Medical Automation Division of McKesson Corporation. He is a recognized industry thought leader who has presented at major healthcare conferences, and has been featured on national media broadcasts, including ABC, Good Morning America, and Univision, the nation’s leading Hispanic media network. Danny holds a BA in Business Administration from the H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Nova Southeastern University.
John Ridyard
Head of EnlivenHealth™ Business Development, Business Intelligence, Consulting Services
John leads the Business Development, Intelligence, Consulting and Performance organizations at EnlivenHealth™. In this role he facilitates collaboration across EnlivenHealth™ functions to drive external growth opportunities, enable data-driven decisions and ensure customers operate at the highest level. Prior to joining EnlivenHealth™, John held leadership roles across Omnicell product, marketing, strategy, and business development functions. He joined Omnicell in 2013 after serving as a strategic advisor with Health Advances, a healthcare management consultancy. John holds a B.A. in Molecular Biology and Economics from Connecticut College.
Jay Brookes
Vice President of Health Plan Sales
Jay leads EnlivenHealth’s efforts to drive growth opportunities with health plans and other payers. With over 25 years serving in various healthcare and technology industry leadership roles, Jay brings deep experience building sales teams and models to increase market share and revenue growth. He spent over 17 years with two national health plans and eight years in healthcare technology sales. Jay has a B.S. in Healthcare Administration and an M.B.A. in Executive Management from Century University. Jay resides in Central Pennsylvania with his wife and two children. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures with his family, as well as fishing and golfing.