As NPHI’s Senior Policy Director, Ethan is responsible for leading a wide range of initiatives including, monitoring policy and regulatory developments, interfacing with industry and government officials, preparing collateral materials, assisting with event planning, and providing strategic guidance to advance the priorities of NPHI and its members. Ethan also plays a critical role in supporting the work of the NPHI Innovation Lab, where he provides policy and project management oversight.
Before joining NPHI and Healthsperien, Ethan held multiple public policy-focused roles, namely at the National Coalition on Health Care, where he was involved in communications, message development, and policy analysis efforts. He also spent time with Wynne Health Group, a leading healthcare policy consulting firm in DC, assisting their diverse set of clients. Additionally, Ethan has prior experience in the congressional office of the senior Senator from Colorado, Michael Bennet.
Ethan recently received recognition from the Aging Media Network which named him one of Hospice News’ Future Leaders, class of 2023. He graduated from the University of Kansas with a B.S. in Political Science, and minors in Sociology and Psychology.
“Supporting nonprofit serious illness providers is essential to preserving access to high-quality, mission-driven care that puts people over profits. Advocating for these providers on a daily basis in Washington helps to ensure that dignity, comfort, and choice remain central to the experience of care at the end-of-life.”