Making an Impact

At Maximus, we move people forward. For our state and local government team, this often means connecting people across all 50 states to essential government services. By facilitating access to quality health insurance coverage and assessing indviduals with complex needs, we help improve access to care. By providing job training and housing support, we help improve quality of life.  And by modernizing programs and enhancing customer experience, we help improvement engagement.

Behind this impactful work are many people — from all areas of our organization — whose life experiences and perspectives deepen our collective impact. Get to know a few of them and their inspiring stories.

Meet some members of our purpose-driven team as they make an impact across our state and local operations and the areas of government we serve.

Meet Awilda Martinez

Awilda’s career has been dedicated to public service, focused on meeting the needs of underserved communities. As senior managing director of health solutions and clinical services, she leads impactful healthcare initiatives and programs that enhance inclusivity and accessibility for millions of people.

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Emily Isaacs

Clinical Services

Robert Knapp

Digital Government Solutions

Joi Shaw

Clinical Services

Donna Migoni

Medicaid Enterprise Services

Christa Ballew

Clinical Services

See the impact of our work

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Streamlined services for Texans

We helped streamline state social safety-net programs that help millions of Texans access affordable medical care and support services, buy healthy food, and cover other basic needs.

Faster access for Pennsylvanians

We expedited a complicated waiver application process in Pennsylvania so older adults and people with disabilities could more quickly access needed services and supports in the right care setting.

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Job opportunities for Washingtonians

For many DC families receiving TANF, unemployment is one of several barriers they face toward economic self-sufficiency. We help them secure sustainable employment and continue on their career paths.