Building Resilient Leaders and Strong Healthcare Cultures with Dr. Audrey Gregory
Becker’s Healthcare PodcastSummary
Hospital and health system leaders face a complex strategic agenda, including market growth, sustainable margins, technology investments, and workforce challenges. The 14th annual CEO CFO Roundtable, hosted by Ecker, gathers over 1,500 executives and nearly 400 speakers to help C-suite leaders refine their priorities and prepare for the upcoming year. The event emphasizes practical decision-making and strategic planning in the healthcare sector.
Dr. Audrey Gregory, Senior Executive Vice President and CEO of AdventHealth, shares insights on her leadership journey and the importance of mentorship. With a background as a nurse, Gregory emphasizes the significance of bedside experiences in shaping her leadership style. She identifies as a transformational leader, focusing on inspiring teams and fostering innovation while adhering to a faith-based approach that prioritizes whole-person care.
Gregory discusses the "ripple effect of resilience," highlighting how early mentorship and support from leaders can build confidence and curiosity in young professionals. She stresses the importance of recognizing that individuals are enough and the need for a nurturing culture within healthcare organizations. AdventHealth's commitment to leadership development is evident through its dynamic learning community and leadership institute, which prepares team members for various roles and emphasizes self-awareness as a foundation for effective leadership.
Show Notes
In this episode, Audrey Gregory, PhD, Senior Executive Vice President and CEO at AdventHealth Multi-Division Delivery Network, shares how mentorship, servant leadership, and investing in people early create resilient leaders and lasting organizational culture. She also discusses AdventHealth's approach to leadership development, whole person care, and building a strong talent pipeline for the future. For more resources visit: linkedin.com/in/audreygregoryphd
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