Ascendex Consulting

Karl F.

Healthcare, Change Management

Karl is a healthcare management consultant focused on strategic development for payers, pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs), and healthcare providers. He is an industry thought leader and innovation champion with a passion for transforming the U.S. healthcare experience.

As a strategic advisor, Karl has helped clients navigate and position for superior market growth, intelligent product design, and improved consumer experience. With deep expertise in Medicare and other government programs, Karl has led health plan sponsor efforts in clarifying vision and developing the strategic framework for product and solutions development. He has earned a reputation as a trusted advisor and a collaborative partner with high integrity.

Having held key leadership positions with UnitedHealthcare and Prime Therapeutics, Karl has advanced key development initiatives for government-sponsored and commercial programs. He has also consulted independently with emerging and mid-market health companies. Karl’s ability to synthesize market dynamics, business priorities, and regulatory constraints has earned him the respect of his clients and colleagues.

Karl holds an honors bachelor’s degree in Actuarial and Management Sciences from the University of Manitoba. In addition to serving private industry, he has consulted with non-profit organizations and served on local community boards. Together with his family, he enjoys adventure travel, endurance cycling, and the great outdoors.