Jim is an accomplished healthcare executive with over 35 years of progressive leadership experience in hospital operations, strategic planning, and organizational transformation.
Prior to his current role, Jim held executive positions at UnityPoint Health, Catholic Health Initiatives, Franciscan Health, and Harrison Medical Center. In these roles, he led numerous transformation initiatives including health system integration, service area master planning, operational excellence improvements, and the construction of three hospitals as well as multiple ambulatory sites. His expertise encompasses strategic planning, process improvement, change management, leadership development, and culture transformation.
Jim holds a Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Thomas Edison University. He is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (LSSBB), a Certified Healthcare Constructor (CHC), and a Prosci Certified Change Management Practitioner (PCCP). Jim's Lean training includes an intensive week with Toyota in Japan alongside a group of international Lean healthcare practitioners.
His professional and community service includes serving as a Board Member for the Northern New England Chapter of the American College of Healthcare Executives, Chair of the American College of Healthcare Executives National Exam Committee, Board Member of Downstreet Housing and Community Development, Board Member of two community United Ways, and Board Member of two Chambers of Commerce.
Jim is dedicated to advancing healthcare excellence and fostering collaborative, mission-driven environments that positively impact communities.