Champions of Change
Joe Pena is the Director of Federal Relations for Miami Dade College (MDC), the higher education institution with the largest campus-based enrollment in the United States. As part of the College’s effort to disseminate information on the Affordable Care Act, Joe coordinated a college-wide initiative focused on assisting MDC students, MDC faculty, and the South Florida community to obtain high-quality, affordable health insurance. Joe helped develop a series of successful educational outreach efforts, which were hosted on multiple campuses and venues, providing key information and enrollment assistance. This initiative made a significant impact on the local community, improving the access to healthcare for thousands of residents in Miami Dade County and throughout South Florida.