President and CEO of Cook Children's Health Plan is Retiring This Month

AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Texas Association of Community Health Plans (TACHP) today paid tribute to Karen Love, a founding member of TACHP, on her retirement as President and CEO of Cook Children's Health Plan.

"Karen Love didn't just build a career, she built a legacy," said Janet Walker, President and CEO of TACHP. "As President of Cook Children's Health Plan, she helped countless families in North Texas get the care they needed. And as a founding member of TACHP, she helped ensure that those same families had their voices heard in the legislature in Austin."

Love became President and CEO of the Cook Children's Health Plan in 2018. Prior to that, she had a long career in health care. She first served as Executive Director of the Harris County Healthcare Alliance from 2005-2012. And after that she served Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Community Health Choice from 2012-2018. It was during this time that she was instrumental in helping to start TACHP as a way of advocating for community health plans in Austin.

"Karen Love may be leaving but her impact remains," said Craig Smith, TACHP Chair and President and CEO of Driscoll Health Plan. "TACHP would not exist had it not been for her leadership and guidance. We congratulate her on a remarkable career."

Love will be stepping down this week.

About the Texas Association of Community Health Plans

The Texas Association of Community Health Plans represents community-based health plans serving Texans across the state. TACHP members are committed to expanding access to affordable, high-quality healthcare and improving health outcomes for the individuals, families and communities they serve. Working in partnership with healthcare providers, community-based organizations and other local partners, TACHP members help connect Texans with healthcare and community resources that support their overall health and well-being.

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SOURCE Texas Association of Community Health Plans