March 2019
By Andrea Light
Nick Blake is the Vice President of Business Development at Briljent, focusing on business development and service delivery. His journey includes significant contributions and leadership roles in federal and state health IT programs. At Briljent, Nick has refined and implemented innovative consultative sales strategies that prioritize clients’ unique needs, foster strong relationships, and develop tailored solutions. His approach has established a consultative culture within Briljent, focusing on meaningful dialogue and long-term partnerships.
Before joining Briljent, Nick was a national leader at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), leading the Eligibility and Enrollment (E&E) Program for California and managing the Electronic Health Record (EHR) Incentive Program for 17 states. He also worked for the state of Florida at the Agency for Health Care Administration. These roles provide Briljent with a leader who truly understands the perspectives and challenges faced by the agencies and staff we support.
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