Mia Heck
Consultant
Areas of Focus
- Lobbying & Public Policy
- Health Policy & Legislation
- Health Care & Life Sciences
- Food & Drug Law
- Served at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services within the Office of the Secretary in multiple roles related to public policy, stakeholder engagement and public affairs.
- Advises clients on a wide range of lobbying & public policy issues, with a focus on health care.
- Extensive experience developing and executing comprehensive advocacy and communication strategies for public, private and non-profit organizations, including patient-focused advocacy and coalition building.
Mia serves as a Washington, D.C. based consultant in the lobbying & public policy group. With nearly two decades of experience in policy, government and strategic planning, she brings a wealth of knowledge to the health care team.
Drawing on her extensive background, Mia offers invaluable insights into congressional dynamics and policy making, enabling clients to effectively navigate and influence legislative processes. Her career has been defined by a commitment to community-based care models and national government relations initiatives, driving advocacy campaigns across diverse political spectrums.
Before joining Akin, Mia held the position of Director of Federal Health Policy at Change Healthcare. In this role, she spearheaded initiatives and provided strategic guidance on critical issues impacting health care technology.
EducationM.B.A., The George Washington University School of Business, 2013
B.A., University of Texas at Austin, 2001
M.B.A., The George Washington University School of Business, 2013
B.A., University of Texas at Austin, 2001
