Quartz Health Solutions

Quartz is committed to volunteering and making a positive impact in the community. Recently, Camp Brandenburg, a local Girl Scout camp, called for volunteers to help with preparations for the upcoming stay of the Girl Scouts in July. Our dedicated interns and team members eagerly seized the chance to clean up the trails and make a valuable impact. "Our full-time employees are granted 16 hours of volunteer time off, which is a great benefit. We have many employees who go beyond that and who remain very active in the community. It is important for our interns to get out in the community during their time with us and experience the impact Quartz is making in the communities we serve," says Olivia Stoffels, Quartz Talent Acquisition Specialist and Internship Program Manager.

Carola Gaines, Quartz Community Advocate & Liaison Manager, attended the Juneteenth celebration in Madison last month. For 35 years, Madison has celebrated the historical Juneteenth event, which promotes unity and celebrates pride within Madison’s diasporic Black, Afro-Caribbean, and African communities. The celebration brings together the community for a parade, Black community vendors, health and resource tents, civic and church activities, a children’s play area, and a main stage featuring entertainment and heritage announcements. Quartz proudly supports this event to help our communities shine brighter.

We were honored to join the Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation, e-Platinum Health, and to attend the Meriter Pro Am and the Spence Jensen Classic Fundraiser benefiting Opportunities Inc. this month. These events allowed us to connect with community leaders and contribute to causes that align with our mission to create a life well-lived within reach for all. Thank you to everyone who attended!

What a beautiful night for music and community at Concerts on the Square! We’re delighted to sponsor this fantastic series. Join us every Wednesday evening through July 31st. See you there!

Concerts on the Square season is here! Like Quartz, Concerts on the Square has been serving the Madison community for over 40 years. Our purpose at Quartz is to ignite the power to create a life well-lived, and we're proud to join with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra to support this great event and participate in the joy of building community together. Quartz knows that our local roots and connections with our neighbors are what set us apart. We're proud to help ensure that Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra can continue to create opportunities for connection and a lasting impact on our shared community. We look forward to a fantastic concert season and hope to see you there! https://lnkd.in/gX_M2r7T. 

Our dedication to fostering inclusion in our organization and communities is fueled by the passion of countless Quartz employees - like Anessa - who embrace every opportunity to ensure all voices are heard. “It’s extremely important to me to see Pride Month recognized in my community and work environment as I have several close family members who are in the LGBTQ+ community – including all three of my children. Ongoing recognition of the marginalized members of our community is critical to continually educating everyone. Celebrating Pride Month brings the needed awareness for everyone to feel safe. Being in an Employee Resource Group (ERG) at Quartz allows us the opportunity to make an impact on health care for a given community. For instance, the LGBTQ+ ERG can work to ensure we are identifying providers in our network that are comfortable and experienced with the LGBTQ+ population. Often, LGBTQ+ members do not seek necessary health care because of fear of how they will be treated. I hope to make a difference, even if it is small, so all members can feel safe and secure in getting their health care needs met. I am naturally curious and love to ask questions when getting to know co-workers. I feel this offers others a chance to share about themselves, by and learning more, we will have more to talk about. I am the person who will say hi to everyone – no matter your job title or status.”

We are excited to announce that Asif Mujahid has joined Quartz as the new Chief Data Officer. Asif has considerable experience in payer and provider analytics, making him a valuable addition to our team. We are especially thrilled that he shares our commitment to making a positive impact in our communities. "It is my honor and privilege to be part of the leadership team at Quartz and also to be part of the extended Quartz family. I am particularly energized by Quartz’s strong sense of purpose in serving its communities. I look forward to leading the charge at Quartz to build data, analytics, and predictive modeling solutions that have a transformative impact on the members we serve."

We are incredibly proud of Alaina Miller, our DEI&B coordinator, who recently presented at Sauk Prairie High School's Black Student Union! She presented on the importance and purpose of DEI&B, her experience as a woman who identifies as Black in the healthcare industry, fostering a mutual exchange of ideas and experiences and sense of belonging, while the students shared their personal journeys in identifying as Black/African Americans. Open dialogue and genuine connections are at the heart of Quartz values and our vision for our communities. Thank you, Alaina, for leading this conversation!

Juneteenth marks the commemoration of a deeply significant day, a time to reflect on the past and acknowledge the strides made toward freedom and equality. Quartz is proud to celebrate this occasion and is committed to fostering open dialogues in support of our mission to create a life well-lived for all in our communities. "Juneteenth is more than just a celebration of freedom; it's a catalyst for change towards health equity in our communities. By acknowledging Juneteenth, we ignite crucial conversations and actions to dismantle the systemic barriers hindering access to health care. From our employees' experiences to community health outcomes, we strive for a future where every individual, regardless of background, enjoys equal opportunities for health and well-being. Recognizing Juneteenth seamlessly aligns with our values and goal to champion diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. It reflects our dedication to igniting a life well-lived for all in our communities, ensuring we provide the resources and support necessary for all to thrive. Let's unite in commemorating Juneteenth and continue our journey towards a healthier, more equitable future for all." – Elizabeth Priller, MSN/MBA, RN, Sr. Director, DEI&B and Community Advocacy

As we continue to celebrate Pride Month, we feel privileged to foster a culture that empowers employee resource groups (ERGs) to make a genuine difference in our organization and communities. “Having a close family member that is part of the LGBTQ+ community inspires me to be the best ally I can be. The Quartz Allies of LGBTQ+ ERG has provided me with the support I need to fully embrace ALL people and let them know they are seen, heard, loved, and accepted. I can’t stress enough the support I receive from my ERG and how much it means to me to be able to share with them and support others. Pride Month is important to create awareness and celebrate our differences, knowing everyone is unique, has value and is enough.” – Cindy Krueger, Sr. Director, Enrollment, Billing & Collections ; Chair Allies of LGBTQ+ ERG ; Executive Sponsor LGBTQ+ ERG