Top 25 Emerging Leaders - 2020

Brand joined CTCA in May 2019 and immediately began addressing some of the organization’s most daunting challenges, including declining reimbursements and stagnant volumes. He orchestrated an effort to eliminate $50 million in year-over-year expenses, identifying cost savings in such areas as supply chain, information technology, patient travel and professional fees. CTCA exceeded that goal, achieving total savings of nearly $100 million. He also spearheaded efforts to grow network access with payers across the nation, with appointments for some insurers rising by 58%. During the pandemic, he coordinated daily scheduling huddles with market presidents to develop plans for patients to be able to keep their appointments. Cancellations fell by 41% during COVID-19 spikes in the spring.