The Fund supports networks of state health policy decision makers to help identify, inspire, and inform policy leaders.
A bipartisan group of state health policymakers from both the executive and legislative branches who are focused on improving population health.
Networks of state officials, advocates, and others aiming to invest in and transform primary care.
A program dedicated to advancing state-based efforts to make health care more affordable for residents, employers, and states.
The Milbank Memorial Fund supports two state leadership programs for legislative and executive branch state government officials committed to improving population health.
A leadership development program for early and mid-career state government officials who are committed to improving the health of all people in their communities.
A leadership program for senior state government officials who are committed to improving population health.
The Fund focuses on creating an affordable health care system built on strong primary care and partnerships that improve health outcomes for all.
Improving state leaders’ ability to enact and implement evidence-based health policies.
Advancing policies that create a more prevention- and primary care-oriented health system.
Improving population health through policies that contain health care cost growth.
Our state health policy resources offer relevant data analysis and best practices.
The Fund publishes reports, issues briefs, and case studies on state health policy issues.
Short takes on health policy issues from Milbank staff and guest authors.
Insights from Milbank President Debra Lubar on state health policymaking.
Reported articles and Q&As on timely health policy issues, as well as foundation updates.
Milbank Memorial Fund and Milbank Quarterly webinars featuring state health policymakers and researchers.
Updates and expert contact information for reporters.
The Milbank Memorial Fund is a private foundation that works to improve population health and health equity.
State Representative, Tennessee
Caleb Hemmer, MBA, is a Tennessee State Representative and experienced executive with a long history of service to Tennessee. A native Nashvillian, Caleb began his career as an aide to Governor Phil Bredesen and later served in the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development. He played a key leadership role in the redevelopment of the Nashville Fairgrounds during his seven-year tenure on the Metro Board of Fair Commissioners. Caleb was also a founding team member of Silicon Ranch Corporation, a Nashville-based solar energy startup. Currently, he serves as an executive at Longevity Health Plans, working to expand access to high-quality health care for seniors in post-acute care facilities. With a background in both state government and health care innovation, Caleb brings a deep understanding of public-private partnerships and policy implementation. He holds a BBA from the University of Tennessee and an MBA from Belmont University. Caleb lives in South Nashville with his wife, Lori, and their two children.