Chris Reitz

’14SPS, Information & Knowledge Strategy (IKNS)

Chris Reitz develops products and experiences for stakeholders in Healthcare and Higher Education. His background includes roles in Product, Strategy, Innovation and Digital Transformation.

As Senior Director of Artificial Intelligence at Elevance Health (Fortune 25 health insurer), he leverages technology and AI to connect people in ways that advance digital health literacy and promote health equity.

Chris serves on the board of directors of multiple non-profits and leads strategic planning for a 130+ year old organization that teaches teens critical thinking, leadership, and social responsibility through experiential learning, service, and community activism.

Chris obtained his undergraduate degree in Computer Science from Transylvania University and his Masters in Information & Knowledge Strategy (IKNS) from Columbia University, focused on Innovation, Strategy, Product Management, and Technology. Since graduating from Columbia in 2014, he has remained involved with the IKNS and the Applied Analytics programs, supporting both instruction and research.