Don Carlos Bland has successfully leveraged the collective impact model to launch population health, health care access, and health equity initiatives on behalf of numerous public and private sector entities during the last two decades.
Prior to joining REACH, he served in key leadership positions for two multinational healthcare solutions firms—Cigna, CVS Health—directing multi-million dollar initiatives to guide customers to culturally tailored and personalized tools, resources, and care. Don’s ability to lead cross-functional teams, build strategic partnerships, and foster inclusive cultures has earned him numerous accolades, including two certificates for exemplary service from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration. A forward-thinking leader capable of navigating complex challenges, he combines data-driven strategies with emotional intelligence to create sustainable, long-term impact.