Kevin Lewis
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Accomplished and visionary executive with over 30 years of experience in healthcare leadership, renowned for driving enterprise performance improvement, implementing innovative technology solutions, and enhancing clinical-supply chain resilience. Recognized as a distinguished speaker at esteemed institutions like the United Nations and The Wharton School, with publications featured in TIME and The New York Times. Proven track record of elevating leading practices and delivering exceptional results at all levels.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Vizient
United States
11.2018 - 12.2023
- Led Vizient's dominance in the consulting arena, boasting an unparalleled 93%-win rate in competitive bids against Fortune 500 firms. This landmark achievement not only solidified Vizient's position as an industry frontrunner but also marked the highest win percentage in the company's esteemed 47-year legacy.
- Attained esteemed 'Top Performer' status within an unprecedented timeframe, garnering Vizient's most prestigious individual accolade for consulting excellence. Authored a comprehensive 2,000 pages of strategic counsel, revolutionizing hospital performance nationwide and setting new benchmarks for impactful guidance.
- Catapulted Vizient onto the global stage, securing acclaim at prestigious international forums including the United Nations and Health Care Without Harm Europe. This recognition, spanning 190+ hospitals across 27 countries, underscored Vizient's pivotal role in shaping global healthcare resilience.
- Solidified Vizient's stature as an industry vanguard through prolific thought leadership initiatives, including the pioneering development of healthcare's inaugural 360-degree value analysis model and cutting-edge clinical-supply chain resilience tools. With 10 publications to my credit, I have consistently driven innovation and propelled Vizient to the forefront of transformative healthcare strategies.
National Director
MindClick
United States
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Catalyzed a strategic partnership initiative that catapulted MindClick's healthcare market share by an impressive 95% within two years, establishing the company as a dominant player through effective leadership and collaboration with top healthcare performance improvement firms.
- Positioned MindClick at the forefront of healthcare innovation, securing its status as an industry thought leader. Achieved global recognition through groundbreaking publications and innovations, lauded by prestigious entities including the United Nations, New York Times, and The Wharton School.
- Led the transformative integration of sustainability data into the value analysis processes of hospitals worldwide, paving the way for digital transformation in sustainable procurement practices within the healthcare sector. This initiative has provided invaluable guidance to healthcare facilities both domestically and internationally.
Senior Contract Manager / Region Director
Premier
Chicago, IL
02.2008 - 07.2017
- Delivered an unparalleled 300:1 ROI for hospitals and health systems in the Chicagoland area by meticulously analyzing $350 million in annual expenditures, uncovering and implementing cost-saving strategies that led to $40 million in savings.
- Positioned Premier at the forefront of healthcare thought leadership and excellence, securing national acclaim from TIME, The New York Times, and The Wharton School through spearheading transformative healthcare performance improvement and sustainability initiatives.
- Drove the expansion of Premier’s sustainability program across the U.S., reaching 4,650 acute care and 300,000 non-acute care facilities, thereby cementing Premier's leadership in pioneering environmental sustainability and climate change resilience across the healthcare sector nationwide.
Executive Account Manager
GHX
U.S. Southeast Region
02.2006 - 10.2007
- Achieved an unprecedented 80% surge in revenue within the U.S. southeast region by streamlining the procurement and contract management processes for hospitals and health systems, overseeing a combined spend of $354 million, thus significantly enhancing efficiency and profitability.
- Drove the adoption of GHX products by leveraging strategic networking with hospital and health system chief executives and key stakeholders, facilitating sales that directly contributed to cost reduction, elevated care quality, and improved clinical outcomes.
National Account Manager
EHR Advocates
United States
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Successfully spearheaded the national adoption of multiple proprietary healthcare information technology solutions for non-acute providers, delivering projects 15% under budget and ahead of schedule, thereby significantly boosting evidence-based clinical decision-making processes.
National Account Manager
McKesson (formerly Physician Micro Systems)
United States
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Drove an average annual revenue increase of $2.5 million with a stellar 90% client retention rate through strategic thought leadership and expert guidance, enabling 50 physician groups to successfully adopt McKesson’s healthcare information technology solutions nationwide.
National Account Manager
Veradigm (formerly Allscripts / Mysis / Medic)
United States
11.1999 - 01.2002
- Achieved the top company-wide ranking in onsite billable hours as the lead consultant guiding over 30 physician groups in the nationwide implementation of Veradigm’s healthcare information technology solutions, significantly enhancing evidence-based clinical decision-making.
Acute Psychiatric Counselor
Unity Point Health
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.1996 - 08.1999
- Delivered exceptional patient care to acute psychiatric inpatients by conducting thorough daily psychiatric assessments, meticulously monitoring and documenting behavioral health in alignment with physician-prescribed treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA08-1999
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA08-1999
Advanced Major - Biology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA08-1999
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Enterprise Performance Improvement
- Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Program & Project Management
- Consulting & Advisory Services
- Financial Analysis & Optimization
- Sales & Stakeholder Engagement
- Public Speaking & Executive Presentations
- Innovative Technology Solutions
- Digital Transformation
- Global Relations & Recognition
- GPO Evaluation & Selection
- Clinical-Supply Chain Integration
- Diversity & Sustainability
- Resilience & Climate Adaptation
PUBLICATIONS
- List of publications
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
- List of volunteer experience
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director
Vizient
11.2018 - 12.2023
National Director
MindClick
07.2017 - 11.2018
Senior Contract Manager / Region Director
Premier
02.2008 - 07.2017
Executive Account Manager
GHX
02.2006 - 10.2007
National Account Manager
EHR Advocates
01.2005 - 01.2006
National Account Manager
McKesson (formerly Physician Micro Systems)
01.2002 - 01.2005
National Account Manager
Veradigm (formerly Allscripts / Mysis / Medic)
11.1999 - 01.2002
Acute Psychiatric Counselor
Unity Point Health
03.1996 - 08.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Iowa
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
University of Iowa
Advanced Major - Biology
University of Iowa
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