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Nakesha Lopez

Executive Vice President, Chief People and Culture Officer

Advocate Health

Charlotte, NC

Ms. Lopez is a seasoned human resources leader with over 20 years of experience transforming human resources functions across healthcare and other industries. As the former CHRO at Dallas-based Baylor Scott & White, she led strategic initiatives in human capital planning, talent management, total rewards and DEI, shaping the organization’s culture and workforce strategy. Before transitioning to the healthcare sector, she served as vice president of human resources at Barclays Capital, providing her with a deep understanding of corporate talent management that she now leverages in her leadership approach. Her commitment to community service is reflected in her current role on the board of the Texas Prader-Willi Association.

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Chief human resources officers and chief people officers are tasked with developing strong human capital strategies for their hospitals and health systems.

These leaders have a wide range of responsibilities, including oversight of recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, development and much more. As top human resources executives, their efforts are crucial in shaping workforce culture in alignment with their organization’s values.

2026 Winner

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140 Hospital and Health System CHROs and Chief People Officers to Know

Chief human resources officers and chief people officers are tasked with developing strong human capital strategies for their hospitals and health systems.

These leaders have a wide range of responsibilities, including oversight of recruitment, retention, compensation, benefits, development and much more. As top human resources executives, their efforts are crucial in shaping workforce culture in alignment with their organization’s values.

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