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2026 Forty Under 40: DAVID CHESLEY HARLOW
DATA ANALYTICS PROJECT MANAGER | VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES | RICHMOND
Virginia Business //April 28, 2026//
2026 Forty Under 40: DAVID CHESLEY HARLOW
DATA ANALYTICS PROJECT MANAGER | VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL ASSISTANCE SERVICES | RICHMOND
Virginia Business //April 28, 2026//
A health sciences graduate of James Madison University who later earned advanced degrees from Liberty University and Johns Hopkins University, Harlow now leads project management activities at the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services, supporting Virginia’s goals for health care cost, quality and utilization. He is also an adjunct professor at Virginia Commonwealth University, teaching data visualization and leadership. Harlow has served and continues to serve on multiple regional and statewide boards focused on health care, local government and community enrichment, including for the Virginia Rural Health Association and as the Fluvanna County representative for the Region Ten Community Services Board.
KEY TO MY SUCCESS: For me, the key to success has been a combination of disciplined execution, public service-oriented leadership and an unwavering focus on outcomes rather than optics.
HOW I STAND OUT: I stand out for my ability to bridge strategy, finance and execution while leading with clarity, accountability and a strong ethic of public stewardship.
