Ms. Smith administers LACERA’s Retiree Healthcare Benefits Program for retired members and their eligible dependents. She oversees the Retiree Healthcare Division’s daily operations and helps advance strategic program initiatives in partnership with LACERA’s Board of Retirement.
Ms. Smith oversees the administration and delivery of LACERA’s Retiree Healthcare services, including strategic planning, financial oversight, vendor management, Board and committee support, and negotiations for annual healthcare contract renewals. She advises LACERA leadership on healthcare issues, helps ensure contractual compliance, resolves complex claims and administrative matters, and works with public sector partners to support the long-term strength of LACERA’s retiree healthcare plans.
Ms. Smith has more than 30 years of public sector leadership experience and brings deep knowledge of the healthcare field to her role. She earned a nursing degree and a Bachelor’s Degree in business administration from the University of Phoenix.
