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Chris Arias

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Exec. Director, Strategic Growth - MemorialCare Medical Foundation at MemorialCare
📍 United States

Chris Arias is the Executive Director of Strategic Growth at MemorialCare, where he leads efforts to expand commercial and Medicare Advantage lines of business. An alumnus of UC Santa Barbara and Concordia University Irvine, he is also an active community leader, serving on the Board of Directors for the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce.

Outside of his primary role, Chris engages with broader business challenges, participating as a panelist on topics like healthcare cost management for employers. He shows an appreciation for humor and pop culture, referencing classic comedies and rock bands in a professional context, and is active in celebrating local community leaders.

He successfully pivoted his career internally at MemorialCare, transitioning from internal audit and compliance to a key leadership role in strategic growth.

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Experience
20 Years
Current Role
Exec. Director, Strategic Growth - MemorialCare Medical Foundation
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
United States
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Healthcare Cost Control
Served as an expert panelist for the Orange County Business Council, discussing strategies for employers to manage healthcare costs while maintaining competitive benefits.
Community Business Growth
Serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Irvine Chamber of Commerce, reflecting a strong commitment to the economic vitality of the local business community.
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Career

Work history

7-2025
Exec. Director, Strategic Growth - MemorialCare Medical Foundation
MemorialCare
3-2022 - 7-2025
Exec. Director, Business/Comm. Partnerships - Managed Care & Strategy
MemorialCare
6-2018 - 3-2022
Director, Business Development - Employer Outreach & Marketing
MemorialCare
11-2017 - 6-2018
Market Research & Business Development Analyst
MemorialCare
6-2014 - 11-2017
Internal Audit Manager
MemorialCare
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Education
Master's degree
Concordia University Irvine
Bachelor’s Degree
UC Santa Barbara
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