Otis Hendershott

Otis Hendershott is Chief Technology and Data Officer with VMG Health in Manchester, N.H., and is accountable for overall technology/data strategy and execution for the enterprise. This role encompasses InfoSec, enterprise/data architecture, digital properties, vendor and partner management, tech product, I&O and technology support functions. Mr. Hendershott previously was with United Health Group’s Optum Technology division. His expertise encompasses a wide spectrum of health care domains, including payor services, care delivery, pharmacy benefit management, complex conditions management, value-based care, electronic medical record implementations and utilization management. During his tenure at Optum, Mr. Hendershott played pivotal roles in shaping the organization’s technological landscape. Notably, he led the establishment of a global software engineering organization and was instrumental in developing an industry-leading clinical support tool tailored for oncologists. Additionally, he provided strategic direction and oversaw technology execution for OptumCare’s Northeast/Midwest Region, contributing significantly to the company’s operational excellence and market positioning. He received a B.A. in 1997 in English language and literature/letters from State University of New York (SUNY) College at Potsdam, a B.A. in English from SUNY Geneseo in 2000, and his M.S. in health systems administration from the Rochester Institute of Technology.