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Laura Josh – Named one of San Diego’s most influential people

Congratulations to Laura Josh, General Manager of California Schools VEBA, for being named one of San Diego’s most influential people! Laura’s dedication to VEBA and its impact on over 155,000 public sector employees is truly inspiring.

Critical Value-Based Payment Model Pilot Extended By Two Years In California

Oct 1, 2024 – California Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation ensuring the continuity of an important pilot program that enables California’s school districts to partner directly with medical groups to purchase high-value health care for their workforce.

SDBJ Healthcare Roundtable: Informative Interview with California Schools VEBA’s Laura Josh  

September 16, 2024 – Laura Josh, General Manager of California Schools VEBA, was featured in The San Diego Business Journal’s Healthcare Roundtable. Laura joins the region’s top healthcare professionals for an informative Q&A on Open Enrollment. 

Kindbody Opens in San Diego, Bringing High-Touch Fertility Care to California Schools VEBA Members 

August 28, 2024 – Kindbody opens in San Diego, bringing access to high-touch fertility care to California Schools VEBA (VEBA) members. Laura Josh, General Manager of VEBA, emphasizes the importance of accessible family-building benefits for public sector employees. This new location will bring world-class fertility and family-building care to VEBA members throughout the region. 

California Schools VEBA honored by SD County Board of Supervisors with a National Wellness Month Proclamation

August 27, 2024 – California Schools VEBA (VEBA) was honored with a National Wellness Month Proclamation presented by San Diego County Board of Supervisors Terra Lawson-Remer and Monica Montgomery Steppe. This recognition highlights our commitment to raising awareness about self-care, stress management, and promoting healthy habits throughout the community.  

VEBA is more than just a health care benefits provider; it’s a hub for health and wellness where connections are built, and healthy habits are formed.

California Schools VEBA Named San Diego Business Journal’s 2024 Outstanding Benefits Advisor

June 25, 2024 – California Schools VEBA (VEBA) has been recognized as the San Diego Business Journal’s 2024 Outstanding Benefits Advisor. VEBA’s General Manager, Laura Josh, participated in the prestigious “A Salute to Healthcare Heroes 2024 WINNERS” event, alongside other esteemed honorees and presenters.

California Schools VEBA Recognized for Commitment to the Love Your Heart Campaign

June 10, 2024 – California Schools VEBA (VEBA) was honored at the San Diego County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) Live Well San Diego Recognition event for its dedication to the 2024 Love Your Heart (LYH) campaign. Collaborating with esteemed organizations, VEBA educated 75 attendees and conducted 49 blood pressure screenings, contributing to over 58,000 screenings overall.

Laura Josh, General Manager of California Schools VEBA, Featured in SDBJ’s Healthcare Roundtable

Jan 29, 2024 – Laura Josh, General Manager of California Schools VEBA, was featured in the January 2024 edition of The San Diego Business Journal’s Healthcare Roundtable. Laura joins San Diego’s top healthcare professionals for an informative Q&A on Preventive Healthcare.

VEBA Joins San Diego County to Launch “Love Your Heart Week of Action” to Promote Heart Health Awareness

Feb 12, 2024 – California Schools VEBA teamed up with the County of San Diego to launch the 13th Love Your Heart Week of Action at a press conference on Monday, February 12. Knowing your blood pressure numbers is a vital first step toward heart health. VEBA supports Love Your Heart, a County public health campaign, through the Live Well San Diego partnership. Visit LoveYourHeartSD.org to find a free blood pressure screening site in your area, heart health tips, and upcoming events! 

VEBA General Manager Laura Josh Recognized as one of SDBJ’s SD500 – San Diego’s 500 Most Influential People for 2023

Nov 17, 2023 – We are honored to have our General Manager Laura Josh recognized as one of San Diego Business Journal’s SD500 – San Diego’s 500 Most Influential People for 2023! Over the past 14 years, Laura has driven innovation and growth for California Schools VEBA with a member-centric approach. As a result of her commitment to equitable access to top-quality care, VEBA is transforming the health care landscape for California public sector employees.