The Executive Director is appointed by the Governor, sits on the Governors Cabinet, and is accountable for running HCPF, directing its safety net programs (Medicaid and CHP+), overseeing the ten offices reporting to the Executive Director, coordinating with external partners (hospital systems, patient advocacy organizations, county sites, etc.) and advancing the Governors priorities. Represent and advocate for the agency and the Governor before key external stakeholders to include: The Legislature, Tribal governments, statewide elected officials, constituent groups, local government, professional associations, businesses, labor organizations, interagency groups, Congress, and federal agencies.