As systems grow more complex, independent verification and validation (IV&V) is becoming more than a compliance check. It helps teams stay in step with the work, make informed decisions in real time, and keep initiatives moving forward.
In this episode of the Igniting Impact Podcast, Stacey is joined by Public Knowledge® Systems Practice Director Ron Puent and Kristen Lindblom from the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing. The conversation explores how IV&V is used in practice and what makes it work well.
The conversation explores how modern IV&V is shaping the way agencies work. By applying it thoughtfully, teams avoid duplication and turn what they learn into decisions that keep projects moving and responsive to changing needs.
An Intentional Approach to IV&V
These insights reflect how Public Knowledge® supports IV&V as part of project execution. The approach aligns effort to risk, offering fact-based input that helps agencies prioritize actions that have the greatest impact.
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Get to Know Our Guests
Kristen Lindblom, Deputy Director of the Health Information Office for the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing
Kristen has over 25 years of Medicaid experience. Her background includes Fiscal Agent operations, MMIS systems, project management, and payment method development. She oversees a range of healthcare information technology responsibilities, including program management, project management, vendor and contract management, system integration, enterprise testing, procurements, and advanced planning documents. Kristen led the implementation and establishment of the Enterprise Project Management Office for the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing and is currently leading the Colorado Medicaid Enterprise Solution transition and DDI of its 16 modules.
Ron Puent, Systems Practice Director, PMP®, CSM®
Ron brings more than 25 years of experience in Medicaid and public sector system delivery, with a focus on system implementation, IV&V, and certification. He has led large-scale MMIS modernization efforts, federal certification initiatives, and IV&V engagements across multiple states. His experience includes leadership roles within the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing, where he managed operations, project management functions, and key components of the state’s Medicaid enterprise. Ron holds a Master of Business Administration from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Auburn University.
Stacey Moss, President and CEO, JD, CWLS, PMP®
For over 25 years, Stacey has contributed to government, education, and nonprofit organizations through leadership, program development, and training. Recognized as an expert in training design, leadership coaching, and organizational change management, Stacey has delivered over 200 training sessions on child welfare, procurement, and leadership. She has also managed more than 50 projects and portfolios throughout her career. Stacey earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Wyoming and is widely known for her expertise in child welfare law, program management, and community engagement.
About the Podcast
Launched in 2023, the Igniting Impact Podcast highlights the important work of our clients and partners. It is designed to spark conversations that drive connection and progress across the field. Impact is a core value at Public Knowledge®. The podcast reflects that commitment and the way we approach our work every day. To us, impact means focusing on the right goals, outcomes, and strategies. Additionally, it means taking personal responsibility to make a positive difference in our projects and in the communities we serve.