Sylvia Mathews Burwell (Former Secretary)

Sylvia Mathews Burwell is an American public servant who served as the United States Secretary of Health and Human Services from 2014 to 2017 under President Barack Obama. In this role, she oversaw the implementation of the Affordable Care Act, aimed at expanding healthcare access. With a background in both public policy and economics, she previously worked as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget and held positions at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Burwell is recognized for her commitment to healthcare reform and improving health outcomes for Americans.