About Us
Healthcare Pathfinder Core Values
Meet Anne McGuire, Founder and Owner
Anne is the founder and owner of Healthcare Pathfinder. She built the company based on her strong belief that people deserve trusted, knowledgeable and empathetic support when it comes to managing their health and long-term care insurance benefits and care.
Her career began when she was 14 years old as a volunteer for Post 53 Emergency Medical Services in Darien, CT. Inspired by this early experience, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and worked as a surgical trauma nurse at Yale New Haven Hospital. She later served as a case manager and clinical supervisor at Branford Visiting Nurses Agency, where she saw firsthand the evolving role of insurance in patient care.
As managed care began reshaping healthcare, Anne transitioned to Tufts Health Plans in Massachusetts, becoming a Certified Case Manager and Utilization Review Nurse. There, she collaborated with physicians to guide patients through hospitalizations, rehab stays, and home care—gaining deep insight into how insurance impacts care across the entire continuum. This work underscored what she already believed: navigating our complex healthcare system requires expert guidance and strong advocacy.
After moving back to CT, Anne became Director of Consulting for a healthcare advice, advocacy and management firm. She worked closely with clients to analyze insurance coverage, manage claims, resolve disputes, and advocate for appropriate care. The relationships she formed were deeply rewarding, and as words spread, clients, neighbors, and professionals began referring people directly to her. That’s when she founded Healthcare Pathfinder—a company built on her belief that people deserve trusted, knowledgeable support when it comes to managing their health and long-term care insurance.
Anne’s professional expertise is shaped by decades in clinical care, insurance, and advocacy—but her most meaningful lessons have come from her own family. She’s walked the path of caregiving herself, navigating her father’s and mother’s care at the end of his. These experiences continue to fuel her passion for helping others during some of life’s most challenging moments.
Meet Our Team
At Healthcare Pathfinder, Anne and her team’s extensive professional and personal experiences allow them to help clients prepare for future needs, avoid costly mistakes, and provide services that are necessary. Our team provides support at times when they need to focus on caring for themselves, a family member, or an employee. Our mission is to create peace of mind.
Anne McGuire
BS-RN, Certified Case Manager
Anne McGuire is the founder of Healthcare Pathfinder, LLC and has been helping individuals, families, and employees manage their health and LTC insurance for over 20 years. She is a Registered Nurse, a Certified Case Manager and has Life and Health insurance licenses (but does not sell insurance).
Anne has a broad multi-disciplined background in the healthcare arena including EMS, Intensive Care, HomeCare, Managed Care, and Appeals/Negotiation Advocacy. Currently, she is a member of the Case Management Society of America; Alliance of Professional Healthcare Advocates; American Geriatric Society; current trustee and former board president for At Home In Darien; and a retired trustee of Darien EMS-Post 53. Anne resides in Darien, CT.
Therese Lestik
As Benefits and Claims Manager, Therese joined Healthcare Pathfinder in 2017 and has worked for over 30 years in the healthcare advocacy field. She is especially devoted to helping clients resolve complex benefit and claims issues related to their health and long-term care coverage.
Her broad experience includes health insurance project and claims management, and customer service. This experience comes from many years working at a disability firm and a national health plan, where Therese held multiple leadership roles in the areas of employer group, Medicare, individual and disability insurance.
Therese received her BS degree with a major in business and a minor in law from Sacred heart University in Fairfield, CT.
Virginia “Ginny” Jamison
As Client Relationship Manager at Healthcare Pathfinder, Ginny builds trusted, lasting partnerships with prospective clients, clients and their families, as well as referral partners serving as a steady, compassionate guide through the complexities of aging and healthcare planning.
Ginny has over a decade of experience in the healthcare field, having worked across a variety of care settings including hospitals, physician offices, home health agencies and assisted living communities. Her background includes roles as a Marketing Liaison, Client Care Manager, and Community Relations Manager in both Fairfield County and New York.
Ginny earned her B.A. from The College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, VA, and began her healthcare career after completing her externship at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital in ultrasound. She is deeply engaged in her local community, having served in leadership roles for many local organizations and is also an active member of the Darien Chamber of Commerce and volunteers for At Home in Darien, an organization serving Darien seniors who want to remain in their homes.
Victoria Bieler
Victoria Bieler is a seasoned Healthcare Advisor specializing in both Medicare and Open Market health insurance plans. She provides expert education, personalized enrollment assistance, and ongoing support to help clients confidently navigate the complex world of health insurance.
Known for her ability to simplify intricate processes, Victoria ensures that each client clearly understands their options and coverage. With a career spanning more than 30 years, Victoria brings over a decade of direct experience in the health insurance industry, including specialized knowledge in Medicare and commercial insurance policies.
Victoria is an active member of several professional networking groups, where she has held leadership positions and contributed to a range of community initiatives. At Healthcare Pathfinder, she draws on her deep industry expertise to guide clients through their insurance choices with clarity and compassion.
Victoria holds a BS in Finance and Economics from Long Island University.
Janelle Swing
Janelle Swing is an Operations Expert and Digital Marketing Strategist. She’s also the Founder and CEO of ThisEngage Content Studio.
Sofia Baybay-Peji
Sofia Baybay-Peji is a phenomenal virtual admin assistant who works with integrity and sincerity.