Ms. Forkner is responsible for overseeing the overall corporate strategy and managing the health system’s relationships with external stakeholders. As CFO, Ms. Forkner works closely with the executive team to make strategic financial decisions that align with the organization’s financial goals, ensuring its fiscal health. National Jewish Health is the only facility in the world dedicated solely to treating patients with respiratory, cardiac, immune and related disorders.
Becker's Recognition
Chris Forknerhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2023 Winner

Executives
182 Women’s Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know Women Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know
According to the Crist Kolder Volatility Report, the number of women holding CFO positions at Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies has nearly doubled over the past decade. Women made up 16 percent of CFOs in 2022.
Female CFOs of hospitals and health systems skillfully handle strategic financial planning, annual budgets, investments and more.
2023 Winner

Executives
182 Women Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know Women Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know
According to the Crist Kolder Volatility Report, the number of women holding CFO positions at Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies has nearly doubled over the past decade. Women made up 16 percent of CFOs in 2022.
Female CFOs of hospitals and health systems skillfully handle strategic financial planning, annual budgets, investments and more.
2024 Winner

Executives
Women Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know
Female CFOs of hospitals and health systems skillfully handle strategic financial planning, annual budgets, investments and more.
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2025 Winner

Hospital & Health Systems
Women Hospital and Health System CFOs to Know
Female CFOs of hospitals and health systems skillfully handle strategic financial planning, annual budgets, investments and more.
