Jamye Chapman is a visionary equity leader, best-selling author, and CEO of the Inner Peace Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to transforming organizations through human-centered solutions. With over 15 years of progressive leadership experience in healthcare, public policy, and organizational transformation, Jamye has dedicated his career to bridging what he calls the “Empathy Gap” – the space between different contexts that prevents us from truly seeing one another’s humanity.

Growing up in an inner-city community that has historically been marginalized, Jamye understands firsthand the importance of institutions committed to helping society evolve into a better version of itself. This lived experience anchors his commitment to health equitization, strategic innovation, and effective policy development, driving him to create systems where all people can thrive.

Jamye’s trademarked framework, (J+E=D+I) ARRIVED™, articulates his innovative approach to organizational transformation. This comprehensive methodology emphasizes:

• Awareness
• Recognition
• Research & Investigation
• Imagination & Visualization
• Value Engineering
• Execution
• Deliberation

The framework goes beyond policy and leadership – it’s about people. Jamye strives to move past “equity” buzzwords, instead cultivating authentic connections and creating psychologically safe spaces where forgiveness and empathy can overcome the fear of difference.

In his best-selling book, “Evolve Your We: From Courage to Connection in a Divided World,” Jamye explores how sustainable change requires both courageous individual commitment and systematic transformation. His published works include:

• Comprehensive Medicaid Data Equity Plan
• Community Advisory Board & Medicaid Agency Engagement Impact Toolkit
• Beneficiary Advisory Committee Landscape Assessment Guide
• Multiple policy briefs and white papers on healthcare innovation and equity-centered program design

A sought-after public speaker, Jamye has presented at major healthcare conferences including:

• NASHP Annual Conference
• NAMD Annual Conference
• PhARMA Health Equity Symposium

Jamye’s work demonstrates that when we acknowledge our shared humanity, we build stronger communities that benefit everyone. His approach centers on the belief that true transformation requires operating at the intersection of policy and human connection. Health outcomes will be sustainable only when characterized by a human-centered dynamic of attentiveness and understanding – the sort that looks beyond policy measures and data to perceive the needs that such impersonal measures fail to capture.

Today, Jamye works with both public and private organizations to implement his framework, transforming theoretical understanding into practical action. By combining rigorous analysis with deeply human-centered methods, he guides institutions toward creating environments where all people can thrive.
Whether through executive coaching, strategic planning, or organizational assessment, Jamye brings a unique combination of strategic vision, practical implementation experience, and deep commitment to authentic community engagement to every partnership.

Phil Burrell served as the Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Administrator at DHCFP, overseeing Nevada’s Medicaid and CHIP programs, managing more than $15 billion in state, county and federal dollars for programs and services to more than 900,000 members.

With nearly 20 years of private and public sector experience in health policy and health care management, Phil’s areas of expertise include business strategy, hospital and public finance, contract management, population health management, and health care systems engineering. Phil has developed programs and led initiatives through system-based strategies that result in sustainable outcomes.

Phil is a Center for Health Care Strategies Medicaid Pathways Program alumni and a policy researcher for state Medicaid and healthcare budgets. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from Trinity University, a master’s degree in healthcare administration from Texas State University, a master’s degree in healthcare systems engineering from Lehigh University, and is in pursuit of a doctorate degree in population health sciences from Thomas Jefferson University.

Born in Chicago and raised in Milwaukee, Evan Christian has transformed his journey as a self-taught musician into a powerful platform for social change. As an award-winning flamenco guitarist, recording artist, and music producer, Evan leverages his artistic talents to bridge cultural divides and advocate for justice in communities worldwide. From discovering the guitar as a teenager without formal instruction to becoming an internationally acclaimed performer, Evan’s story embodies the transformative power of determination and artistic expression. His groundbreaking albums—including the internationally celebrated “Fuego” (2005) and “The Mosaic vol. 1” (2008)—blend flamenco, Latin, soul, and R&B to create a universal language that transcends borders and brings diverse communities together. Evan’s commitment to cultural exchange and understanding has taken him across the globe, with performances in over 30 countries, including Afghanistan, Kuwait, Spain, France, and the UK, through both Armed Forces Entertainment tours and independent engagements. These experiences have deepened his understanding of global social issues and strengthened his dedication to using music as a tool for unity and advocacy. As a collaborator and mentor, Evan has worked with numerous Milwaukee artists, fostering creative partnerships that elevate the voices of underrepresented artists in the music industry. His band “The Original Gangsters” showcases the rich cultural heritage of Milwaukee’s music scene while promoting cross-cultural collaboration. Through his work at the Inner Peace Foundation Inc., Evan Christian continues to harness the power of music to inspire social consciousness, promote cultural understanding, and create platforms for marginalized communities to share their stories. His journey from the streets of Milwaukee to international stages exemplifies how art can catalyze social justice and positive change.