Ms. Dauer serves as chief strategy and transformation officer for The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, where she leads enterprise strategy, growth initiatives, and organizational transformation. Since assuming the role in 2020, she has guided the development and execution of the medical center’s strategic plan, advancing new clinical, research, and business opportunities aligned with the system’s academic mission. Ms. Dauer oversees strategic affiliations, partnerships, and mergers and acquisitions, driving collaboration across the health system and the university to expand access, accelerate innovation, and enhance impact. Her team also leads competitive intelligence and market insight efforts to inform systemwide decision-making and position the organization for sustainable growth. A Cincinnati native and seasoned executive with leadership experience inside and outside healthcare, Ms. Dauer is recognized for her ability to blend strategic vision with operational execution to deliver measurable transformation across complex enterprises.
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