Bret Jackson

Bret was hired by the non-profit Economic Alliance for Michigan (EAM) in 2007 as Legislative Director, was elected Vice President In 2010, and became the organization’s third President in January 2011. As President, he oversees all EAM activities including policy development, research, education, administration, membership, and advocacy, as well as managing the EAM Health Purchaser Forums, Oncology Symposium, and other various health purchaser roundtables.

Founded in 1982, the EAM is comprised of businesses and unions working together with one clear objective, the continued growth of Michigan’s economy by creating an atmosphere that inspires job growth and maintains Michigan’s competitiveness for attracting new companies and talent. EAM’s membership provides health benefits to an estimated 900,000 lives, creating a powerful voice in the health purchaser industry.