100 Most Influential People in Healthcare - 2024

Since advancing to his current role at IBX in 2021, Deavens has continued to grow the company: up 13.6% in 2023 revenue compared with the previous year, and ending 2023 with $377 million in net income, an increase of $156 million from 2022. Deavens has boosted spending with diverse suppliers 88% after taking the helm. He is also committed to supporting the company's workforce. He introduced an annual $500 Lifestyle Spending Account for each employee that associates can use to enhance their well-being. In 2023, the most popular categories were books, pets, fitness, movies and hobbies. He additionally helped establish the Regional Coalition to Eliminate Race-Based Medicine with other health organizations in the Philadelphia area. He is board chair for the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia.