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WellSpan Health Appoints Laureen Driscoll as New President and CEO

WellSpan Health Appoints Laureen Driscoll as New President and CEO

WellSpan Health has announced the appointment of Laureen T. Driscoll as its next President and CEO, effective January 4, 2027. Driscoll will succeed Roxanna Gapstur, who is retiring after eight years in the role. Currently, Driscoll serves as the chief executive for Providence’s South Division, overseeing 17 hospitals in Northern and Southern California with approximately $10.3 billion in net operating revenue and 41,000 caregivers. Her responsibilities at Providence include strategy, growth, integration, operations, and financial performance. The selection followed a national search conducted by WellSpan’s Board Search Committee in collaboration with executive search firm Korn Ferry. The board focused on candidates with experience in advancing health system strategy, mission, and organizational culture. Driscoll brings extensive experience from previous leadership roles at MultiCare Health System, Swedish Health System, Le Bonheur Children’s Medical Center, and Maine Medical Center, in addition to her bac...

Highmark Appoints Karen Hanlon as First Female CEO, David Holmberg Transitions to Executive Chairman

Highmark Appoints Karen Hanlon as First Female CEO, David Holmberg Transitions to Executive Chairman

Highmark Appoints Karen Hanlon as First Female CEO, David Holmberg Transitions to Executive Chairman

PeaceHealth Oregon Appoints Heather Wall as New Chief Executive Following Jim McGovern's Termination

PeaceHealth Oregon Appoints Heather Wall as New Chief Executive Following Jim McGovern's Termination

PeaceHealth Oregon has officially named Heather Wall as its new chief executive for the Oregon region. Wall had been serving in an interim capacity since May, when her predecessor, Jim McGovern, was terminated during a period described as tumultuous for the healthcare provider. In her new permanent role, Wall will oversee hospital services across Lane County, which includes facilities such as Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, Peace Harbor Medical Center in Florence, and Cottage Grove Community Medical Center, along with various clinics and specialty services. Wall, an Oregon native, brings a background in nursing, having earned her degree at Lane Community College and a Master of Science in Nursing, Leadership and Management from Walden University. PeaceHealth's announcement praised Wall for her 'strong focus on patient care, relationship-building ability and a combination of compassion and accountability.'

JBS USA Seeks Sustainability Manager for Enhanced Reporting and Compliance

JBS USA Seeks Sustainability Manager for Enhanced Reporting and Compliance

JBS USA Seeks Sustainability Manager for Enhanced Reporting and Compliance

e.l.f. Beauty Launches Third Cohort of 'Change the Board Game' Initiative to Increase Board Diversity

e.l.f. Beauty Launches Third Cohort of 'Change the Board Game' Initiative to Increase Board Diversity

e.l.f. Beauty Launches Third Cohort of 'Change the Board Game' Initiative to Increase Board Diversity

Jim McGovern Departs PeaceHealth Amid Emergency Room Staffing Controversy; Heather Wall Appointed Interim CEO

Jim McGovern Departs PeaceHealth Amid Emergency Room Staffing Controversy; Heather Wall Appointed Interim CEO

Jim McGovern, the former executive of PeaceHealth's Oregon region, has left his position. His departure occurred amid controversy surrounding emergency room staffing at the nonprofit healthcare provider. Following McGovern's exit, Heather Wall, a career nurse and healthcare leader, has been elevated to serve as the interim chief executive for PeaceHealth's Oregon region. Wall had been performing the role on an interim basis prior to this official announcement. The specific details of the controversy regarding emergency room staffing were not elaborated upon in the source, but it was significant enough to be cited as the context for McGovern's departure. This leadership change signifies a shift in the management of PeaceHealth's operations in Oregon.

Study Reveals Widespread Data Sharing by U.S. Automakers with Third-Party Advertisers

Study Reveals Widespread Data Sharing by U.S. Automakers with Third-Party Advertisers

Study Reveals Widespread Data Sharing by U.S. Automakers with Third-Party Advertisers

Leavitt United Insurance Services Appoints David Ring as Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits

Leavitt United Insurance Services Appoints David Ring as Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits

Leavitt United Insurance Services Appoints David Ring as Senior Vice President of Employee Benefits

Documentary 'Invisible Valley' Features Congressman Raul Ruiz, Explores Coachella Valley's Crises

Documentary 'Invisible Valley' Features Congressman Raul Ruiz, Explores Coachella Valley's Crises

Documentary 'Invisible Valley' Features Congressman Raul Ruiz, Explores Coachella Valley's Crises

Factbox-Global healthcare companies invest billions to boost US presence

Factbox-Global healthcare companies invest billions to boost US presence

Oct 6 (Reuters) - Global healthcare firms have announced a wave of US investments, committing billions of dollars to expand manufacturing and research operations as they prepare for a shifting trade environment under the Trump administration.

McDonald's Implements AI Pricing Engine Across U.S. Restaurants, Leading to Localized Price Variations

McDonald's Implements AI Pricing Engine Across U.S. Restaurants, Leading to Localized Price Variations

McDonald's Implements AI Pricing Engine Across U.S. Restaurants, Leading to Localized Price Variations

Louisiana Faces Surge in Natural Gas Power Plant Proposals Amidst Rising Data Center Demand

Louisiana Faces Surge in Natural Gas Power Plant Proposals Amidst Rising Data Center Demand

Louisiana is experiencing a significant increase in proposed natural gas power plant capacity, with 6.6 gigawatts (GW) planned, placing it among the top five U.S. states for such additions. This surge is largely driven by the escalating electricity demand from data centers. Filings submitted to the Energy Information Administration (EIA) indicate plans for 60.4 GW of additional gas capacity nationwide by the end of 2030, a 44% increase from forecasts in December 2025. This national figure surpasses the total power plant capacity of all but three U.S. states: Texas, California, and Florida. The new gas plants are proposed across 32 states and Washington, D.C., with Texas accounting for nearly a third of the proposed new grid-connected gas plant capacity through 2030. These figures do not include 'off-grid' natural gas plants intended to directly power data centers, which could add tens of gigawatts more capacity.