Health Management Systems of America Announces Michael Meissner as Director of Business Development and Client Strategies

Michael Meissner has joined Health Management Systems of America (HMSA) as director of business development and client strategies.

Meissner is responsible for new business strategy, growth as well as increasing HMSA’s visibility as an industry leading Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and work-life productivity partner for public and private employers, educational institutions and bargaining organizations.

Headquartered in Detroit, with additional offices in Sterling Heights, Livonia, Dearborn, as well as Gainesville, Fla.  HMSA has a credentialed network of 14,000 behavioral health professionals in 50 states and Puerto Rico.

Meissner, a resident of Troy, has 25 years of employee benefit sales and management experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in advertising from Ferris State University in Big Rapids, Mich.

Meissner held previous group insurance sales and sales management positions with: SSDC, EHIM, Great West Healthcare, Prudential, MetLife and John Hancock.

“We are pleased to have Michael Meissner join our team at Health Management Systems of America,” said J. William Sumner, President and CEO. “His proven track record will bring our clients and our company outstanding opportunities for growth and development.”

About Health Management Systems of America

Health Management Systems of America (HMSA) is a nationally recognized leader in wellness and behavioral healthcare services. Established in 1980, the company has grown from a regional provider of behavioral health services to a nationwide leader in the field. Today, they provide customized behavioral health, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Work-Life services to thousands of clients across the country — including FORTUNE 500 corporations, government agencies, top universities and hospital systems. HMSA currently has programs in each of the 50 states in addition to international capabilities. HMSA is a privately held, independent corporation headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. With a credentialed staff of more than 14,000 behavioral health counselors in 3,000+ cities across the country, they provide unparalleled access to counseling and wellness services.