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Apree Health, Vera Whole Health

As digital health pioneers, we at Castlight Health have spent the past few years forging a new path, trying things out, and listening to the market. Our customers have told us what works, what doesn’t, and what they want to see more of. Now, it’s time to move forward with a renewed vision, a new CEO, and a sharper focus on Castlight as a core investment area within the apree health family of brands.

Here’s what you can expect to see. 

Introducing our new CEO

We’re pleased to introduce Jonathan Porter, previously apree health’s chief product officer, as the new CEO of apree health, leading both Castlight and Vera Whole Health as individual brands. 

With 30 years of experience in healthcare technology and product innovation, Jon has led EMR and revenue cycle management platforms at athenahealth, built virtual care solutions like DocSquad at Bright Health, and has a track record of driving member-focused solutions. 

His leadership marks a bold step forward in how we serve members, customers, and partners, including an exciting new chapter for Castlight.

“Today’s benefits leaders know that success isn’t just about offering more—it’s about offering the right benefits in a smarter, more proactive way,” Jon says. “With Castlight, we’re making healthcare navigation effortless, ensuring members get the right care, at the right time, in the right place.”

apree health will remain the parent company of Castlight and Vera, but our services will be branded and marketed as respective products. For example, think about how the brand Nest, the smart home device, is owned by Google (and Alphabet).

A fresh focus on Castlight 

For years, Castlight has been a trusted leader in healthcare navigation, helping members connect with the right care and benefits when they need them most. Now, we’re bringing Castlight back into the spotlight as a key go-to-market brand, reaffirming our commitment to making healthcare simpler, smarter, and more personalized.

This isn’t a return to the past—it’s a leap forward. We’re enhancing our core digital capabilities, deepening provider partnerships, and ensuring members have seamless access to care and benefits based on their individual needs.

This renewed focus means:

• A seamless, data-driven experience that helps members find the right care at the right time for their personal health journey.
• Deeper personalization—proactively guiding employees to the benefits and care options that matter most to them.
• Stronger provider partnerships, powered by Castlight’s platform and our expanding integrated care network.

Our data-driven approach allows us to compile the right care experiences, based on real needs rather than relying on outdated models.

The result: Curated benefits. Personalized care. 

How Vera Whole Health fits in

While Castlight simplifies healthcare navigation, Vera Whole Health provides advanced primary care. This new brand shift primarily impacts the Castlight Health brand and its market presence. Nothing will change about Vera’s services or the way it works for current members.

Castlight and Vera solve two different pain points and, when combined, provide a robust solution for employers. 

What’s next?

This evolution is all about building on our strengths. Castlight’s technology will continue to serve as the backbone of an integrated approach to managing care and benefits, making it easier for employers, benefits consultants, health plans, and aligned digital health partners to offer a smarter, more connected healthcare experience.

In the coming months, you’ll see new enhancements, deeper integrations, and even more ways for members to take charge of their health. We can’t wait to share more of what’s ahead and are glad you’re on this journey with us.

We’ll announce our first new offerings soon!

For more information or questions, please contact us.