Mary Beth Galey is a dynamic and results-oriented professional with over three decades of leadership experience spanning client and consultant relations, sales, business development, clinical psychology, and international contact center operations management. Based in Minnetonka, Minnesota, Mary Beth is celebrated for her high-energy communication style and ability to drive transformative outcomes for organizations across diverse industries, including behavioral health insurance, HVAC manufacturing and tech support, regional health plans and non-profit organizations.
A Minnesota Board Licensed Psychologist, Mary Beth holds two Masters degrees, in Psychology and Business Administration, Mary Beth combines her clinical expertise with entrepreneurial acumen to lead high-performing teams and execute innovative strategies. Her career has been marked by her capacity to navigate complex, matrixed, global and national environments to deliver exceptional growth, profitability, and client satisfaction.
Most recently serving as a Behavioral Health Sales Executive at Evernorth Health Services, Mary Beth drove business development and GTM efforts to provide tailored mental health solutions through the Evernorth Behavioral Health portfolio. Her role involved fostering strategic partnerships, aligning with national consultant houses and developing client-specific strategies that enhance access to mental health and EAP services.
In her previous role as Head of Consultant Relations at Modern Health, Mary Beth led a large national team dedicated to collaborating with benefits brokers and consultants. She championed the delivery of cutting-edge digital and virtual mental health and coaching solutions, integrating clinical best practices with innovative technology to meet the evolving needs of clients post COVID.
During her tenure at Optum as Vice President of Behavioral Health Client Management, Mary Beth managed a $520 million P&L while overseeing a client success management team serving over 4 million payer members. Her leadership was instrumental in achieving year-over-year Net Promoter Score (NPS) gains of 5 points, driving retention strategies, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
Mary Beth’s expertise extends beyond behavioral health. As Director of Sponsor Relationships and Development at Portico Benefit Services, she led business development efforts, generating over $10 million in new sales and managing retirement assets exceeding $11 billion. At Medica, she directed client services for a commercial book of business with 600,000 members, achieving 92% employer retention and 10% membership growth.
Her career includes notable achievements at Honeywell, where she led call centers in India, Brazil, Mexico and Canada and , Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota, where she opened adoption services in the Marshall Islands. Mary Beth is passionate to show consistent ability to streamline operations, resolve conflicts, strike international contracts and enhance customer experiences.
Mary Beth’s unique blend of clinical and operational expertise is complemented by her passion for innovation, problem-solving, and relationship-building. Described as a “cool breeze in a stuffy room,” she is a trusted leader known for her ability to inspire teams and deliver outstanding results.
Outside of her professional endeavors, Mary Beth holds an MBA from Our Lady of the Lake University, an MA in Counseling Psychology, and a BA in Clinical Psychology from the University of New Mexico. Her commitment to excellence and unwavering dedication to improving mental health services have made her a respected thought leader in the industry.
For those seeking a leader who seamlessly integrates strategic vision with practical execution, Mary Beth Galey represents a rare and invaluable asset.
Character
Mary Beth Galey embodies enthusiasm, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, earning her a reputation as a trusted leader who inspires confidence and drives success in every initiative she undertakes.
Knowledge
With over 30 years of expertise spanning clinical psychology, behavioral health, and business development, Mary Beth possesses a rare blend of technical proficiency and industry insight that enables her to deliver innovative solutions across diverse sectors.
Strategic
Mary Beth’s strategic mindset is evident in her ability to craft and execute forward-thinking plans that foster growth, optimize operations, and achieve measurable results in dynamic and complex environments.
Communication
Mary Beth’s engaging and motivational communication style empowers teams, builds strong relationships, and ensures alignment among stakeholders to achieve shared goals effectively.
