Darci L. Graves is a mission-driven leader with over 20 years of experience bridging policy, strategy, and operations across government, nonprofit, and academic sectors. Known for her clarity, empathy, and systems thinking, she connects people and ideas across silos to drive lasting, equity-centered change. Darci has led enterprise-wide initiatives at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, advancing health equity, rural health, and culturally responsive care. She empowers organizations by aligning strategic vision with implementation, fostering inclusive leadership, and building durable frameworks for impact. Whether designing innovative programs or guiding complex transformation, Darci brings deep expertise in stakeholder engagement, organizational development, and policy design. She is passionate about helping teams sustain meaningful progress by embedding equity, purpose, and accountability into everyday practice.