Bio Summary

Rusty's expertise lies in steering healthcare organizations through financial pressures, mergers and acquisitions, workforce imperatives and building the foundations of making operational, growth, technology and quality initiatives successful. His unique understanding of diverse organizations comes from having worked under every type of ownership structure and in nearly every state in the US. His core belief: everyone in healthcare is a leader, regardless of rank, title or position, and it's about time we start
treating people that way.

Recognized by Modern Healthcare, the National Quality Forum, the Society of Hospital Medicine, Becker's, The Joint Commission and many others, Rusty's insights resonate with audiences seeking leadership strategies that actually work. His inclusive approach is reflected by his educational roots in psychology, religious studies and adult learning. As both an operational and clinical executive, Rusty witnessed the two greatest factors in any successful undertaking: the effectiveness of the leader and the preparedness
of the team. While topics like digital transformation, workforce disruption and financial pressures often take the spotlight, the imperative to cultivate effective leadership skills is what deserves center stage.