Congratulations to Emily Jenkins, the President and CEO of the Arizona Council of Human Service Providers who was recognized by the Arizona Capitol Times as the Leader of the Year in Public Policy for Healthcare this week.  The award recognizes individuals and organizations for advancing public policy that positively impacts the lives of Arizonans.  Categories include education, arts and humanities, business, economic development, environment, government, health care, legislative, public safety, social services, technology, transportation, volunteerism, lifetime achievement, unsung hero and up and comer.

Emily has been the President/CEO of the Arizona Council of Human Service Providers since January 2008.  She’s worked in the health field for much of her professional life.  Emily has been an excellent partner with the ADHS over the last several years – working with and helping us with several areas of our Strategic Map, especially in columns B and C.

Congrats Emily – well deserved.