Our Founder
My path into healthcare began with a deep desire to serve others—a dream that started with wanting to be a doctor. However, as life often does, my path shifted. After a humbling MCAT score and earning a Biology degree from UC Irvine, a friend suggested I pursue healthcare administration—a career that still met my desire to serve others and make a difference.
An internship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Network Services introduced me to a mentor who profoundly changed the course of my life. When I shared that my ambition was to “be a manager,” my mentor challenged me: “Why not be the CEO of a hospital?”
Early experiences in my career led me to understand leadership behaviors misaligned with an organization’s values could undermine team performance. At a large health system in Minnesota, I spoke up against such behaviors, only to realize…
When I returned to California, I was hired as Executive Consultant to Kaiser Permanente's regional COO. A few years later, I transitioned to building the region's ethics and compliance program. This change was driven by witnessing significant misconduct by a senior leader, resulting in multiple terminations. The signs of silence and fear made it clear that culture is the foundation for preventing misconduct.
During that time, I developed an integrated risk management program spanning compliance, audit, SOX, privacy, and security, and I led the compliance initiative for the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.
As Vice President and Compliance Officer for the Commercial and Specialty Division of Elevance Health, serving 40 million members and generating $40 billion in revenue, I transformed the compliance program, increased senior leadership engagement, strengthened governance across local markets, and strategically managed relationships with state and federal regulators.
In addition to running my practice, I’m proud to serve as Vice President of Philanthropy for the National Charity League’s Temecula-Murrieta Chapter. I co-founded the LinkedIn Value-Based Care Independent Consultant Network, am a member of Women Business Leaders in Healthcare, Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association and am a former CHIEF member.
When I’m not working, you’ll find me at home in Southern California with my husband—my greatest supporter—our two teenage children, and our fluffy dog, Luna. My life has been shaped by the belief that doing the right thing isn’t just a moral obligation; it’s the foundation for sustainable growth, trusted relationships, and a better future for healthcare.
Are you ready to transform compliance into a strategic advantage for your healthcare startup?
Let’s build a foundation of integrity and operational excellence together. Reach out today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward creating a thriving, ethical, and compliant organization.
Professional Bio
Laura Sauber is the CEO of Sauber Consulting. An industry expert, she is well-versed in the intricate challenges healthcare organizations face while navigating the complex federal and state regulatory landscape. Having worked in care delivery and health plan organizations spanning the United States, Laura draws from her extensive experience as a Vice President and Compliance Officer with prestigious organizations such as Kaiser Permanente and Elevance Health.
Laura is recognized, not only as a strategic compliance leader, she is also appreciated for her business acumen, innovative approach, and collaborative leadership style. Passionate about driving organizational integrity and performance, she thrives in working with leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver compliance programs that go beyond “check the box” to creating trust with stakeholders and delivering a competitive advantage.
Laura has a Bachelor in Science from the University of California at Irvine and a Masters in Healthcare Administration from the University of Southern California. She is Certified in Healthcare Compliance (CHC) and Healthcare Privacy Compliance (CHPC) by the Compliance Certification Board.
10 Fun Facts About Me
Ok, this first one is no real surprise… I’m in love with my husband, two teenage kids, and our fluffy dog, Luna.
I love getting lost in a good novel or TV series—drama, crime, fantasy, and science fiction are my favorites.
I’m a fan of indoor rowing (it’s kind to my knees), but a good walk is always welcome.
Meeting new and interesting people energizes me—turns out, I actually enjoy networking… who knew?
I try my hand at gardening… the key word here being “try.”
My favorite Mexican food is posole, but let’s be honest—my favorite everything food is pasta. Notice the theme….can anyone say carbs?
I’d choose the mountains over the beach, but I’ll never say no to either.
My music taste is all over the map, but soulful and crooner vibes like Norah Jones, Diana Krall, and Esther Phillips hit just right.
Watching and helping others succeed inspires me—it’s one of the things that makes me truly happy.
I love to laugh and have a good time—life’s just better that way.
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