Episode 12 - Evan Falchuk, CEO & Alaina Melena, Senior Vice President of Innovation & Strategy at Family First

Welcome to a groundbreaking episode of the Digital Health Heavyweights podcast, hosted by Norm Volsky. In this special episode, we're joined by two remarkable guests: Evan Falchuk, CEO of Family First, and Alaina Melena, Senior Vice President of Innovation & Strategy at Family First.

Discover how Evan transitioned from an attorney to a healthcare leader and what inspired his journey with Best Doctors. Alaina, with an Economics and Anthropology background, shares her path into healthcare and Mercer. Evan takes us from developing contracts to leading Best Doctors, while Alaina navigates two decades in Broker Consulting. Learn about the healthcare landscape of the early 2000s, their experiences, and if they crossed paths at Best Doctors.

Evan's major challenges, proudest accomplishments, and tips for effective team leadership are unveiled, while Alaina shares her challenges and insights as a Broker Consultant. Explore their guiding principles, Evan's move to Family First, the changing landscape of family caregiving, and lessons from Best Doctors. Dive into Family First's recent funding success and gain funding advice from Evan.

Discover why Alaina joined Family First after consulting and hear their wisdom for potential entrepreneurs. They discuss essential traits for founders and share bold predictions for digital health.In a personal touch, learn about their wellness practices, favorite exercises, stress-reduction techniques, and go-to healthy recipes.

Join us as we delve deep into the minds of Evan Falchuk and Alaina Melena, two healthcare titans, on the Digital Health Heavyweights podcast. Don't miss this insight-packed episode on the future of digital health and personal well-being.

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