Securing Good Health for all Central Texans
You may have seen new billboards around Austin for Central Health, but what is it and what does it do?
Created by voters in 2004, the healthcare district is a local entity tasked with providing access to health care for Travis County's low-income residents. But much has changed.
Come hear Executive Director Mike Geeslin explain how Central Health is changing to help those with limited access to health care.
About our speaker:
Mike Geeslin began his appointment as the President and CEO of Central Health, the Travis County Healthcare District, in May 2017.
Prior to his appointment at Central Health, Mike served as Executive Director for the Texas Dental Association in Austin, Texas from 2014.
From 2005 – 2011, Mike served as the Commissioner of Insurance, Texas Department of Insurance. During his tenure, the Department implemented the early provisions of the Federal Affordable Care Act in Texas and new regulatory initiatives. Mike helped in the creation of Healthy Texas, a small employer health program helping the uninsured. After serving as the Commissioner of Insurance, Mike served on the board of Sendero Health Plans, in partnership with Central Health.
Mike holds a Bachelor of Arts in speech communications from Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. He lives in Austin with his family.
Agenda:
6:50am - Coffee & Networking
7:10am - Breakfast Buffet
7:25am - Introductions & Announcements
7:50am - Speaker Introduction
8:20am - Q&A
8:30am - Have a wonderful Wednesday!
Directions and Parking to UT Club
Breakfast Fees & Policy
