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Gerry Baker, MBA is a nationally recognized healthcare revenue cycle executive with extensive experience helping health systems improve financial performance, operational efficiency, and enterprise resilience.

Throughout his career, he has led complex revenue cycle transformations across Level I and II Trauma Centers, acute care hospitals, and integrated delivery systems, delivering measurable improvements in cash flow, revenue integrity, and organizational performance.

A strong advocate for innovation, Gerry has also helped advance the responsible adoption of AI and emerging technologies in healthcare, serving on Parkland Health’s AI Governance Committee and leading initiatives that modernize operations while improving patient and financial outcomes.

Gerry’s expertise in revenue cycle strategy, operational transformation, and healthcare innovation makes him a tremendous addition to our outstanding team of professionals on the  NEV Advisory Board. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Matthew Ortiz, MBA brings 15+ years of executive leadership in managed care strategy, payer relations, and network development, helping healthcare organizations strengthen payer partnerships, optimize reimbursement, and drive sustainable growth.

Throughout his career with organizations including Family Care Center, Anthem, ChanceLight Behavioral Health, and Brookdale Senior Living, Matt has successfully led initiatives in value-based care, contract negotiations, reimbursement strategy, credentialing, and market expansion—delivering measurable financial and operational results.

His expertise in aligning payer strategy with organizational goals makes him a valuable addition to our advisory network as healthcare organizations navigate an increasingly complex reimbursement landscape. Read more about Matt and our executive team of healthcare industry leaders https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Joel Gentry, MBA, CHFP, CRCR is a transformational healthcare executive with more than 25 years of experience helping healthcare organizations strengthen financial performance through revenue cycle optimization, operational excellence, and strategic transformation.

Joel has led large-scale performance improvement initiatives, technology implementations, and organizational change efforts that have improved revenue integrity, enhanced operational efficiency, and elevated the patient experience. Known for building high-performing teams and delivering sustainable results, he brings deep expertise in revenue cycle management, payer strategy, and financial operations.

Joel’s ability to align strategy with execution and help healthcare organizations navigate today’s evolving reimbursement landscape makes him a tremendous addition to the NEV Advisory Board. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Carla Dehmer brings an exceptional blend of #healthcare #operations, #digital #transformation, and #virtual #care leadership to the NEV Advisory Board. Throughout her career, she has led large-scale virtual care initiatives spanning more than 40 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory, post-acute, and long-term care sites, helping healthcare organizations improve access, streamline clinical workflows, and enhance patient care.

Passionate about turning innovation into real-world results, Carla has built her career at the intersection of clinical operations, technology, and strategy. Her expertise in digital health, care delivery transformation, and operational excellence makes her a tremendous addition to the NEV Advisory team. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Brandon Oliver, MBA is a transformational #healthcare executive with an exceptional track record of helping technology-enabled, value-based care organizations accelerate growth, improve performance, and create enterprise value.

Throughout his career, Brandon has led operational turnarounds, scaled high-performing organizations, and partnered with executive teams, Boards, and investors to drive strategic transformation.

His leadership experience includes executive roles with MedZed, PopHealthCare / Emcara Health, Tivity Health (formerly Healthways), and ICG Commerce/Procurian (acquired by Accenture), where he delivered operational excellence, revenue growth, and enterprise-wide transformation.

Brandon’s expertise in value-based care, AI-enabled operations, healthcare strategy, and organizational transformation will be an incredible asset to our clients and the NEV Advisory Board. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Bob Perry is a nationally recognized advocate for #CDL #driver #health, #wellness, and innovation, bringing decades of leadership focused on improving the lives of professional drivers and transforming healthcare across the #transportation industry.

Throughout his career, Bob has pioneered initiatives that have reshaped driver wellness—from introducing medical clinics at truck stops and in-cab fitness solutions to promoting healthier meal options and wellness programs designed specifically for life on the road. Through his FIT DRIVERS Podcast, CDL Health Scanner, and his unwavering commitment to driver education and advocacy, Bob continues to champion healthier, safer, and more productive transportation professionals.

His dedication extends beyond driver health through the KEEP PUSHIN 22® initiative, supporting veterans who make up a significant portion of the trucking workforce. Bob also serves on the Executive Board of the Convenient Care Association and remains actively involved with numerous transportation organizations.

Bob’s leadership experience with organizations including FitDrivers.com, Health In Transportation, Trucker Trainer, Rolling Strong, and other industry initiatives makes him an exceptional addition to our growing network of executive advisors.  Read more about Bob and our team of leading executives helping organizations solve their most complex business challenges. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Evan Martin is an accomplished #healthcare revenue cycle and revenue integrity executive with extensive experience helping health systems optimize financial performance, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen revenue cycle operations. His expertise spans revenue integrity, denial prevention, Epic implementation, process improvement, and enterprise-wide operational transformation.

Throughout his career at leading organizations including ZoomCare, Legacy Health, and Providence Health. His ability to bridge clinical operations, information services, and revenue cycle leadership makes him a trusted advisor for organizations navigating today’s complex healthcare environment.

We’re excited to welcome Evan’s deep operational expertise and innovative perspective to the NEV Advisory Board as we continue helping healthcare organizations solve complex challenges and accelerate growth. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Sandy Decker, MBA (CRCR) is a #transformational #healthcare #operations executive with more than 25 years of experience leading revenue cycle strategy, operational excellence, and organizational transformation across some of healthcare’s most respected organizations, including OU Medicine, Parallon, and Edmond Medical Center.

Throughout her career, Sandy has delivered measurable improvements in patient access, revenue integrity, financial performance, and enterprise revenue cycle operations. She has successfully guided organizations through complex initiatives, including healthcare divestitures and large-scale Epic EHR implementations, while building high-performing teams and driving sustainable change.

Her extensive expertise in revenue cycle optimization and strategic process improvement makes her a tremendous addition to the NEV Advisory Board. We are excited to leverage Sandy’s leadership and insight to help healthcare organizations navigate today’s evolving landscape and accelerate meaningful business outcomes. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Charles J. DiComo, PhD is a highly accomplished laboratory operations executive, and transformational leader with decades of experience advancing innovation across healthcare, diagnostics, life sciences and global clinical trials. Throughout his distinguished career, he has successfully established state-of-the-art laboratories, led high-performing cross-functional teams, and implemented strategic initiatives that improve operational excellence while delivering measurable cost savings and exceptional patient outcomes.


His impressive career includes leadership roles with Aegea Biotechnologies, WellSpan Health, Eurofins Central Laboratory, Aureon Biosciences, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Columbia University, and SUNY, where he has helped shape laboratory operations, research, and diagnostic innovation.

Dr. DiComo holds a PhD in Genetics, an MS in Molecular & Cellular Biology, and a BS in Genetics, bringing an exceptional blend of scientific expertise, operational leadership, and strategic vision to Team NEV. Read more about Charles and our elite team of professionals poised to deliver breakthrough results in US healthcare https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Chris Gutmann is an accomplished #healthcare #technology executive with nearly 20 years of experience leading enterprise IT operations, digital transformation, and connected healthcare initiatives across the healthcare and medical technology industries. He has a proven track record of helping organizations modernize technology infrastructures, optimize operations, and leverage data to improve business performance and patient outcomes.

Most recently, Chris served as Vice President of Integrated Solutions at Baxter International, where he led the modernization of the company’s global connected medical device ecosystem supporting more than 1.7 million connected devices worldwide. His leadership experience also includes executive roles with Yale New Haven Health System, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, and other leading healthcare organizations, where he advanced interoperability, enterprise technology, and operational excellence.

Read more about Chris and our elite team of healthcare professionals impacting the success and growth of NEV’s clients. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

We’re thrilled to welcome four exceptional interns to Team NEV this summer! Over the next 10 weeks, they’ll help us build and refine AI-enabled workflows that strengthen how we identify opportunities, expand our network, and engage with the healthcare innovation community.

Here’s what they’ll be tackling:
John Cresswell — Mobile Application Testing
Ashton Koontz — AI Enabled Financial Tracking
Alexandra Crist (Lexie) Crist — US Healthcare Commercialization
Ella Singer — AI Social Media Optimization

But this is about more than completing projects. It’s a chance to experiment with emerging #AI tools, challenge existing processes, document what works, and help us build smarter, more scalable ways of working. Our Leadership Team brings deep experience in healthcare innovation, venture development, and strategy. Our interns complement that with fresh thinking, digital fluency, and new perspectives on applying AI to real business challenges.

The best mentorship is a two-way exchange and we’re looking forward to learning from each other all summer long.

Stephen Connell is a respected #healthcare executive and pharmacy industry leader with more than two decades of experience helping independent and long-term care pharmacies drive profitability, optimize operations, and position their businesses for long-term success.  With executive leadership experience at Cencora (formerly AmerisourceBergen), PPSC, KARE PharmTech, and WeCreate Corporate Partners, Steve has consistently helped organizations accelerate growth, negotiate strategic partnerships, strengthen market position, and create lasting value for #pharmacy owners.

His deep expertise in #Pharmacy, #HealthcareStrategy, #BusinessDevelopment, and operational excellence makes him an exceptional addition to the NEV Advisory Board. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

We are excited to leverage Steve’s insights as we continue helping healthcare organizations innovate, grow, and navigate an ever-evolving industry.

Yvette Jenkins brings more than 20 years of #healthcare leadership experience spanning #payer strategy, market access, diagnostics, and healthcare innovation. As Senior Vice President of Payor Solutions at Labcorp, she leads a multi-billion-dollar business while overseeing managed care, market access, quality initiatives, and innovative payer partnerships. Her experience building new business models, driving commercialization, and leading growth initiatives across healthcare brings tremendous perspective to our board. Please join us in welcoming Yvette to New Enterprise Ventures and read more about our robust team of healthcare executives at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

(All advisory activities with NEV are performed in a personal capacity and are unrelated to Yvette’s responsibilities at her current employer, Labcorp)

Brian Tham is an accomplished #biotechnology and #CMC operations leader with deep expertise in #biologics, #vaccines, #cell and #gene therapy, and #pharmaceutical manufacturing. Throughout his career, he has led cross-functional programs spanning process development, #technology transfer, manufacturing operations, regulatory strategy, and commercialization readiness. Most recently, Brian has served as Principal at Peregrine Bio, where he has provided strategic consulting and R&D portfolio management support across the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors. His background also includes leadership roles supporting CMO oversight, manufacturing scale-up, and global product development initiatives. We are excited to have Brian’s expertise and strategic insight as part of our growing Advisory Board and look forward to the value he will bring to our clients. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Mark Erickson is a growth-oriented operations executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience scaling complex infrastructure across the #healthcare, SaaS-enabled infrastructure, and #senior living sectors. Throughout his career, he has built a reputation for translating executive vision into operational execution while developing scalable systems that support sustainable growth in high-performing organizations. Currently serving as a senior executive with Transforming Age, Mark brings deep expertise in senior housing and healthcare operations, along with a strong track record of leading organizations through periods of growth and transformation. We’re excited to have Mark as part of our growing network and look forward to the insights he will bring to our clients. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Please join us in welcoming John Jessen to our network of advisors and industry leaders. John is a highly accomplished #managed #care contracting executive with extensive experience driving growth, revenue, and market expansion across #healthcare organizations and private equity-backed companies — including contributing to a successful PE exit. He brings deep expertise in #business #development, #payer strategy, contract negotiations, and building high-value relationships with healthcare executives and decision-makers nationwide. Throughout his career, John has successfully led contracting initiatives across a wide range of reimbursement models including fee-for-service, capitation, value-based care, DRGs, case rates, per diems, global fees, and oncology specialty pharmacy fee schedules. His experience spans Commercial, Medicaid, Medicare, Health Exchange Plans, Clinically Integrated Networks, and IPAs. We are excited to have John’s expertise and strategic insight as part of our growing team and look forward to the value he will bring to our clients and partners. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Scott Erickson brings 25 years of experience in #healthcare information technology and strategy, with a strong track record of leading IT organizations and supporting high-growth healthcare providers. Over the course of his career, Scott has held leadership roles across Erickson Senior Living (a top-5 senior living operator), APT Healthcare, Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, Sirrus Health, Sage Growth Partners, Capital Digestive Care and Sisters of Charity Health System. He has led IT for multi-site ambulatory groups and brings deep expertise in EHR interoperability, revenue cycle management, data analytics, data warehousing, and cybersecurity. Scott is known for leveraging #technology and data to improve outcomes, optimize costs, and enable scalable growth. Read more about Scott and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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Justine Wiebusch, Pharm.D., MBA is a #healthcare and #pharmacy #benefits strategist with 20+ years of experience across the #drug #value chain including retail pharmacy, #health systems, #PBMs, health plans, specialty pharmacy, and #health-tech. She has held leadership roles at Free Market Health, Elixir/Laker Software, Aon/Burchfield Group, Prime Therapeutics, and Optum, bringing deep expertise in sales strategy, product commercialization, and go-to-market execution.   Read more about Justine and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV and learn more about how NEV can help your company navigate any business challenge or growth opportunity.

We’re excited to welcome Gregg Sweet to our network of advisors. Gregg brings more than 30 years of experience leading #patient #engagement, enrollment, and retention strategies for global #pharmaceutical #clinical #trials. He is known for developing innovative recruitment approaches, particularly in rare disease and orphan drug studies, and for driving efficiency through data-driven program optimization. With deep expertise across clinical operations, #IRB/ERB processes, and multi-channel engagement strategies, Gregg has partnered closely with sponsor teams to successfully execute complex studies worldwide. Read more about Gregg & Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Darryl Sampey is a #biopharmaceutical executive and company builder with more than 30 years of experience advancing biologics from discovery through #clinical #development and commercial manufacturing. As co-founder of BioFactura, he has led the company’s growth into a fully integrated biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing organization, raising over $90M and building advanced cGMP capabilities. An innovator and inventor, Dr. Sampey brings deep expertise across #biologics development, #CMC strategy, and scalable manufacturing, and is a trusted advisor to both emerging biotech companies and established #pharmaceutical organizations. Read more about Darryl and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Timothy Schell is a #healthcare executive with deep expertise in value-based care, #payer contracting, and commercialization, with a track record of scaling complex programs and driving growth across #payer–#provider ecosystems.
Most recently at Walmart Health, he architected enterprise-wide value-based strategies spanning primary care, pharmacy, and optical. Prior to that, he led national payer contracting and value-based program development, improving outcomes while reducing costs.
Tim brings immediate value to our clients navigating the Payer–Provider channel, offering strategic insight, partnership development, and real-world commercialization expertise.
Meet Tim and the full NEV team at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Kenneth Carter is a seasoned biotechnology executive and scientific leader. He has founded and led multiple #biopharma companies as CEO, chairman, and board member. He is best known as co-founder and CEO of Avalon Pharmaceuticals (now part of AbbVie) and co-founder, chairman, and CEO of NexImmune, leading both through successful IPOs. With more than 50 publications and numerous patents, his expertise spans #cancer therapeutics, diagnostics, #biomarker development, and human genetics. He also serves as adjunct faculty at Johns Hopkins University. Read more about Dr. Carter and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV and contact us to learn how we can help your organization succeed in today’s competitive #healthcare market.
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Parag More is a seasoned #healthcare data and product leader with a strong track record of commercializing scalable real-world data (#RWD) and #AI/ML-driven solutions across the #pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. He currently serves as Executive Director of Healthcare Analytics Solutions at Quest Diagnostics, where he leads go-to-market strategy and product innovation for advanced analytics and real-world evidence offerings. A recognized industry contributor and former VP of Data Science at Syneos Health, Parag brings deep expertise in building high-impact data platforms while navigating complex regulatory environments. We’re pleased to have him on board and look forward to his contributions. Read more about Parag and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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Chris Popple is a #biopharma and #clinical #research executive with deep experience spanning clinical development, commercialization #strategy, and #healthcare innovation. Over his career, Chris has held leadership roles with MedImmune/AstraZeneca, Wyeth, and Labcorp, and founded Nexus Collaboration Partners to drive strategic partnerships across the clinical research ecosystem. He is widely recognized for expanding access to clinical #trials and advancing decentralized and health system–integrated research models. Read more about Chris and our elite team of advisors https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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Santo Barravecchio, Esq is a strategic advisor, organizational effectiveness consultant, and labor relations expert with more than 30 years of executive HR leadership experience. A licensed attorney, he brings deep expertise in employment law, compliance, and risk mitigation.  Throughout his career, Santo has advised CEOs, boards, and senior leadership teams across #healthcare, financial services, and professional services. He is known for translating strategy into practical operating models, fostering collaborative labor-management partnerships, and aligning people, process, and strategies to deliver measurable, sustainable results.  We’re excited to welcome Santo to Team NEV and look forward to the impact he will make for our clients. Read more about Santo and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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Jorge Fernandez brings more than 40 years of h#healthcare leadership experience across revenue cycle operations, consulting, #technology, and #business #development. His career spans leading organizations including CHRISTUS Health, HCA, UHS, LifeCare, Deloitte, Protiviti, and MedAssets, along with deep expertise in revenue cycle services and solutions. With a proven track record of driving transformational outcomes, we are thrilled to have him on board and look forward to the impact he will make for our clients and partners. Read more about Jorge and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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Jeff Woodham is an executive operator and #technology strategist with 20+ years of experience aligning IT with #business #strategy across organizations including Mandry Technology, Axient, Stratice Healthcare Indianapolis, and The Med Group. He brings a proven ability to translate complex technology environments into measurable business value—strengthening security posture, optimizing operations, and accelerating growth through strategic innovation. Jeff’s addition further strengthens our elite team, bringing deep expertise to help clients enhance cybersecurity, modernize operations, and unlock new growth opportunities through emerging technologies. Read more about Jeff and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV and contact us to learn how we can help your organization succeed in today’s competitive healthcare market.

NEV is excited to share momentum from one of our longstanding clients, Asteres Inc., maker of the ScriptCenter automated #prescription dispensing kiosk.

Major hospital systems are adopting ScriptCenter to improve medication adherence, speed inpatient and outpatient discharge, and provide employees with secure 24/7 prescription pickup—regardless of shift.

Take a look at the brief video and let us know if you’d like to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eCSaiU_D

Allen Moore, DHA, MSHI is a seasoned #technology executive with over 15 years of experience driving #enterprise architecture, cloud strategy, data platforms, and #AI-enabled #transformation at scale. With a track record of leadership at industry-leading organizations including T-Mobile, FARM, and Verizon Global Enterprise, Allen is known for turning strategic technology vision into operational execution. Throughout his career, Allen has modernized core systems, strengthened reliability and security, and delivered resilient platforms that enable growth, innovation, and competitive advantage. He brings deep expertise in aligning business outcomes with technology execution — from building scalable cloud and data infrastructures to leading cross-functional teams through complex #digital transformations. Learn more about Allen and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Michael Pace is a proven #health #technology executive with a strong record of driving global commercial growth at the intersection of biotechnology, software, and value-based #healthcare. He founded and led the Market Access, Health Economics, and Real-World Evidence team at #prescription digital therapeutics pioneer Pear Therapeutics and served as SVP and Divisional Principal at ICON plc, leading its Global Value Strategy Consulting and Pricing & Market Access teams across the U.S. and Europe. He has also held senior commercial and business development roles at OM1 and Beansprout Networks and led key commercial functions at biopharmaceutical leaders including EMD Serono, Allergan, and Sanofi. Mike is sure to be in great demand by NEV clients, where he will be heavily relied on for his expertise and experience developing successful strategies and solutions in today’s challenging healthcare markets. Read more about Mike and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Maggie Troope Biscarr works at the intersection of food, retail, and #healthcare, helping organizations design and scale strategies that advance #nutrition and health. She currently serves as Co-Lead of the Nourish Movement, Strategist with Clareo Partners, and Lead of the GLP-1 Advisory Group for Georgetown University’s Portion Balance Coalition. Previously, she held leadership roles at PepsiCo and AARP, advancing partnership strategy and nutrition access initiatives. For NEV clients expanding into #FoodAsMedicine and healthcare channels, Maggie brings deep expertise in validation, optimization, and market growth. Read more about Maggie and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Robert Howell is a seasoned growth catalyst and agile #healthcare executive with a proven track record scaling private equity–backed specialty care platforms and revitalizing underperforming healthcare programs. He brings deep, end-to-end knowledge of the healthcare ecosystem, spanning physician practices, hospitals, ambulatory services, post-acute care, employer programs, and PE-backed specialty models. Robert’s experience and strategic insight will play a key role in helping our clients validate, refine, and optimize their services and solutions in today’s complex healthcare environment. Read more about Robert and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV, and contact us to learn how we can help accelerate your growth.

With more than two decades of #healthcare experience spanning hands-on #clinical care to strategic operations, Scott Raymond, MHA, INF, BSN, RN brings a unique, end-to-end perspective on how leadership decisions directly impact #patient outcomes. His background includes leadership roles at Nebraska Medicine, NetApp, Centura Health, and MemorialCare Health System. Scott’s expertise spans data center strategy, clinical applications, cybersecurity, clinical informatics, and contract negotiations. He partners with NEV clients to develop innovative solutions and execute complex clinical, business, and technical initiatives that drive measurable results. Read more about Scott and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEVand learn how we help our clients validate and optimize their products while accelerating growth in today’s dynamic healthcare market.

Curtis Hess is a senior executive with experience spanning #healthcare and financial services across leading organizations, including DrFirst, RxNT, and Script-Fast. He brings a strong foundation in medical center operations, employee development, and strategic planning, with a proven ability to align people, #strategy, and execution to drive quality outcomes in complex healthcare environments. Read more about Curtis and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV and learn how we help companies validate and optimize their products and accelerate growth in today’s challenging healthcare market.

Frank McGillin helps boards, investors, and founders accelerate growth at the intersection of #healthcare, #technology, and #consumer engagement. As CEO of The Clinic by Cleveland Clinic, Frank launched and scaled a leading-edge digital health joint venture, securing multi-million-dollar investment and expanding strategic partnerships with Optum, Elevance, and Highmark. Previously, in leadership roles at NeuroMetrix and Philips, he drove expansion into global and consumer markets, increased revenue, and led large-scale operational and organizational transformation. With his addition to the NEV Advisory Team, Frank brings deep expertise in #digital #health, #med-tech, and consumer healthcare to help NEV clients validate strategy, scale innovation, and accelerate market impact. Read more about Frank and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV.

Jason D. James is a seasoned #healthcare executive with more than 18 years of experience driving #growth, #operations, and #patient #engagement across a wide range of healthcare settings—from large, multi-hospital health systems to independent #provider networks. He has held senior leadership roles with some of the nation’s most progressive organizations, including NextCare Urgent Care, Baylor Scott & White Health, and Optum Health, delivering outpatient care across physician practices and clinics, retail medicine, occupational health, and virtual care models. Jason joins our strong team of experienced executives, uniquely positioned to help clients accelerate growth initiatives and expand their presence in today’s dynamic healthcare market. Read more about Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Alex Matschiner is a solutions-driven #biotech executive with 25+ years of experience in #biologics #drug #development across leading #biopharma companies and emerging start-ups. He has held leadership roles at Regio Biosciences, Hibiscus BioVentures, NexImmune, MedImmune/AstraZeneca, BioFactura, and Human Genome Sciences, bringing deep expertise in CMC, GMP manufacturing, process development, technology transfer, and CDMO partnerships. Read more about Alex and our team of leading #healthcare advisors at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Liz Rubin is a #transformational product and analytics leader with 20+ years of experience driving measurable ROI and enterprise-wide innovation across #healthcare data platforms. At leading health insurers, including Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, she has delivered breakthrough results by translating complex data ecosystems into intuitive, actionable intelligence. Liz brings deep expertise across the healthcare #analytics spectrum, including medical cost forecasting, risk adjustment, value-based care modeling, and regulatory compliance. Learn more about Liz and our team of professionals ready to help your company achieve accelerated and sustainable growth. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

Steven Jennings is a results-oriented executive with three decades of experience driving organizational ambitions and goals around #health and sustainability strategies. In his current role leading Health Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement with Ahold Delhaize USA, Steven champions initiatives that expand access to healthy food, build stronger community relationships, and shape the public narrative around health and sustainability in retail. He leads with strategic insight, collaborative leadership, and a commitment to measurable impact. Read more about Steven and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV.

Sean Kirk is a highly accomplished global BioPharma operations executive known for driving growth, operational excellence, and organizational performance at scale. With 18+ years in senior executive leadership roles at Emergent BioSolutions, he played a critical role in expanding product portfolios and accelerating revenue through disciplined strategy and execution. Sean brings deep financial insight, governance expertise, and a proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams. Read more about Sean and our exceptional team of Advisors at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

PITCH US!
WE HAVE EXTENDED THE DEADLINE TO 12/21!  Apply today for a FREE opportunity to showcase your healthcare technology to a panel of leading US healthcare executives across MedTech, Life Sciences, and Digital Health.
Gain direct feedback, expert insights, and connections to help fast-track your growth.
Deadline Extended: December 21, 2025
Submit your entry: https://lnkd.in/g6YSqMQn

We’re thrilled to welcome Dana Brown to NEV’s Board of Advisors. She is an accomplished CEO and multi-sector executive known for leading complex transformations, scaling global organizations, and delivering sustainable financial and operational results. Most recently, Dana led the successful turnaround of iCAD, driving revenue and ARR growth, forging strategic alliances with Google and Microsoft, and guiding the company through its acquisition by RadNet. Dana brings exceptional strategic vision, innovation leadership, and a proven ability to accelerate enterprise value, making her a powerful addition to the Board.  Read more about Dana and our elite team of advisors at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

New Enterprise Ventures is proud to welcome Dan Exley, an innovative #healthcare #technology executive with more than 20 years of experience driving #digital #transformation across leading health systems.
Dan has held key leadership roles at Sharp HealthCare, Spatialitics, MemorialCare, and NorthShore University Health System, where he led #enterprise system implementations, #AI adoption, analytics modernization, cybersecurity, and next-generation infrastructure initiatives. His strategic approach to technology enables healthcare organizations to achieve measurable improvements in performance, efficiency, and patient outcomes.
Learn more about Dan and the NEV team here at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
If your organization is exploring ways to accelerate growth, adoption, and market access, connect with NEV to learn how our network of senior healthcare executives can help you achieve better results, faster.

For more than 20 years Kevin Smith has partnered with leading organizations to find innovative ways to manage rising #healthcare costs for employers, employees, and their families. Recognized for his expertise in alternative funding, #pharmacy benefits, and #data-driven #planmanagement, Kevin has also led high-performing teams and opened new markets, consistently delivering growth and strong client outcomes. Learn more about Kevin and our experienced executive team ready to help your company achieve its business goals. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV

With 30+ years of experience leading #strategic #transformations across diverse industries—including #Health AI—Michelle Strong brings deep expertise in implementing enterprise-wide #growth strategies, optimizing #business #operations, elevating brand performance, and driving successful global go-to-market initiatives. Her executive leadership across business strategy, product development and management, sales and marketing, and research has delivered impactful solutions and sustainable growth for organizations such as iCAD and Susan G. Komen.
Michelle’s addition to our elite team of professionals brings a wealth of talent and strategic insight to help our clients achieve their business goals. Read more about NEV and our team of executives at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV.

Apply now for a FREE opportunity to showcase your healthcare AI technology to a panel of leading US healthcare executives across MedTech, Life Sciences, and Digital Health.
Gain direct feedback, expert insights, and connections to help fast-track your growth.
Deadline: November 15, 2025
Submit your entry: https://lnkd.in/g6YSqMQn

With over 20 years of experience across the #healthcare value chain, Gordon Romanas has built a distinguished career as a senior executive in #PBMs, #pharmaceutical manufacturing, #managedcare, and specialty #pharmacy. His expertise spans go-to-market and exit strategies, eCommerce, business intelligence technologies, and supply chain automation. Learn more about Gordon and our elite team of professionals—ready to help your company validate, optimize, and grow in an increasingly challenging market. https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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With over 20 years of executive leadership in #healthcare operations, Elizabeth Valentin specializes in transforming multi-site medical groups, optimizing financial performance, and enhancing #patient care models. Her experience spans private equity-backed businesses, large-scale #provider integrations, and strategic service line expansions in multiple leading organizations, including Spire Orthopedics, Trinity Health of NE, Yale Medicine, Bristol Hospital, and Hartford Healthcare. Our clients, who prioritize operational excellence and long-term sustainability, will benefit from her expertise in aligning operations and financial performance to optimize business growth and expand market share.   Read more about Liz and Team NEV https://bit.ly/TeamNEV and learn how we can help your organization Validate, Optimize and Grow.
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With over 40 years of experience in the #pharmaceutical industry, David Busch is a recognized leader in commercial operations, #technology, sales, and #compliance. His expertise spans #CRM, customer engagement, and #patient data, where he has driven success for top #healthcare organizations, including Komodo Health, IQVIA, Shire Pharmaceuticals, Merck, and McNeil Pharma (Janssen). Dave’s extensive background and deep industry network make him a valuable asset to NEV and its clients. Learn more about Dave and the NEV team here: https://bit.ly/TeamNEV
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With three decades of experience across the US Army, Department of Defense, and federal government, Terron Sims, II is a national security expert relied upon by military, political, and business leaders.  As a national security subject matter expert, Mr. Sims has contributed to policy development for U.S. presidential candidates and foreign governments.   Mr. Sims’ expertise in implementing transformational strategies and operations excellence is well known and in great demand. Read more about Terron and Team NEV at https://bit.ly/TeamNEV and contact us today to learn more about how we can help you validate, optimize, and grow your business.
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