EXTON, PA — CompliancePro Solutions (CPS) has announced the recent appointment of Micki Jernigan as its new Senior Vice President of Privacy and Compliance. In her new role, Jernigan will spearhead the company’s growth strategy and oversee customer success to uphold the highest standards of privacy and regulatory compliance.
A seasoned professional with over two decades of experience in healthcare and higher education, Jernigan’s areas of expertise include privacy, compliance, enterprise risk, conflict of interest, and incident management. Her diverse experience from universities, medical schools, large health systems, digital health, and a multi-state healthcare corporation make her well-positioned to lead CPS’s efforts to expand its customer base.
“We are thrilled to welcome Micki Jernigan to our executive team,” said Mike Pietig, General Manager at CompliancePro Solutions. “Her extensive experience and proven track record will be instrumental in elevating our business, thought leadership, and the compliance and privacy programs of our customers and partners.”
Jernigan’s notable contributions extend beyond her professional roles. She has served as co-chair of the EDUCAUSE Chief Privacy Officer community group and is a member of several associations, including the Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA), the American Health Lawyers Association, the International Association of Privacy Professionals, and the Oklahoma Bar Association. She has also published numerous articles and spoken at various industry events, demonstrating her commitment to industry advancement.
Expressing her enthusiasm about joining CompliancePro Solutions, Jernigan said, “By joining CPS, I have found an organization where I can make a difference in the privacy and compliance efforts of the organization as well as that of our customers. Being able to assist other privacy and compliance officers build and fine-tune their programs is a great challenge and privilege.”
Established in 2011, CompliancePro Solutions has been a leading name in patient privacy and security, providing HIPAA-related privacy and security solutions, automation, training, and analytics to health provider organizations and business associates. The company also offers consultative services such as fractional privacy and security leadership, advisory services, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing.
Jernigan’s appointment is expected to further boost the company’s growth within compliance departments, while continuing to reduce an organization’s privacy and security risks and lower associated costs. Her unique experience will undoubtedly enhance the team’s industry expertise and client-centric approach.
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