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Matt Hawkins

CEO and Board Member

Waystar

Louisville, KY

Mr. Hawkins has led Waystar since its formation in 2017, overseeing its $2.7 billion sale to EQT and CPPIB in 2019 and its initial public offering on NASDAQ in 2024. With a background in healthcare technology investments, he has also held leadership roles at various healthcare solutions companies. Recognized as one of the “Top 50 Healthcare CEOs” by Healthcare Technology Report, Mr. Hawkins has been a driving force in tackling healthcare’s $350 billion administrative waste problem through AI-powered solutions. Under his leadership, Waystar has grown to over $940 million in annual revenue, serving more than one million providers while embedding AI to streamline reimbursements and improve financial transparency. He aims to revolutionize healthcare efficiency, ensuring providers receive payments quickly, accurately and fairly.

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