Armika Berkley, DSc, Chief Administrative Officer, Kaiser Permanente

Armika is a seasoned leader known for driving innovative organizational change and delivering exceptional performance. Her strategic advisory skills, ability to build trust and credibility across all levels of an organization and passion for helping others are several of her most notable leadership characteristics.

Armika joined The Permanente Medical Group in 2019 and previously served as the Regional Director of Strategy & Operations in TPMG’s Regional Offices, where she successfully developed and executed competitive business strategies. She enhanced care delivery operations and coordinated a portfolio of ambulatory services. Armika also led value-based care modeling and labor negotiations, driving significant improvements and cost-effective solutions.

Prior to The Permanente Medical Group, Armika was Chief Executive Officer & President of Cooper Green Mercy Health System, holding accountability for operations and performance, achieving remarkable results in productivity, revenue growth, and employee engagement.  Armika's experience also includes leadership roles at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare and Christ Community Health Services, where she implemented strategies to improve patient satisfaction, while improving management systems and developing policies to enhance quality of care.

Armika holds a Doctor of Science (DSc) in Health Services Administration and Leadership from University of Alabama Birmingham, a Master of Public Health (MPH) from Christian Brothers University in Memphis, Tennessee, and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Behavioral Studies. She also holds various certifications to include a Graduate Certification in Health Analytics and is IV certified as an Emergency Medical Technician.  She is an active member of professional associations and has received recognition for her leadership abilities, including being named one of Birmingham’s Top 40 under 40 Leaders to Watch! 

Armika is committed to improving the lives of underserved populations with a personal mission to serve as a leader in the continuing effort to positively impact health disparities. She is married with 4 children, 2 in college and 1 recent Xavier University of New Orleans college graduate. In her spare time, she loves to spend time in the gym with her husband, try new restaurants in the bay area and spend time with her family.