Emily leads the federal and state government affairs practice at Sidecar Health. In addition to managing advocacy, she leads strategic initiatives for the company that help shape policy with other industry partners, regulators and policymakers. After more than 20 years in Washington, D.C., her close understanding of healthcare policy and relevant stakeholders enables her to creatively navigate complex political challenges supporting the interests and mission of the company.

Prior to joining in April 2021, she was a partner at a boutique consulting firm in Washington, D.C., The Nickles Group. As part of the firm’s healthcare practice, she advised insurers, hospitals, start-up and pharmaceutical companies to help them achieve success within Congress and the Administration. She also spent a decade working on Capitol Hill in the House of Representatives managing and messaging key issues within the House leadership related to healthcare reform, Medicare and Medicaid.

Emily received her MA in Political Management from The George Washington University and her BA from DePauw University in Indiana.