Mr. Stephens, Hackensack Meridian Health’s chief strategy officer, leads strategic growth, partnership planning and regulatory oversight for the 18-hospital, $8.1 billion health system. He oversees a 36-person team responsible for developing and executing system strategy across seven priority pillars, expanding ambulatory care with 25 new sites in 36 months, and driving business development through physician recruitment and regional partnerships. His leadership has facilitated key joint ventures while strengthening regional and national system affiliations. He has also guided advanced innovation initiatives with venture firm General Catalyst, focusing on primary care, remote monitoring and workforce solutions. Additionally, he plays a critical role in financial planning and governance, managing a $7 million strategy budget and serving on the system’s board of trustees strategic planning committee. With 20 years of experience in strategy consulting prior to joining Hackensack Meridian Health, Mr. Stephens ensures continued market leadership through data-driven decision-making and integrated growth strategies.
