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Join host Anne Hancock Toomey as she chats with Phil Roe, esteemed healthcare executive, former CEO and current senior advisor at Martin Ventures. From his humble beginnings on a Texas farm to leading major healthcare organizations like Vanguard Health System, Roe spills the secrets behind his success and his perspectives on effective leadership.

Discover the power of relationship-building, ethical decision-making and impactful leadership qualities, and dive into how a busy healthcare exec balances mission work, personal life, career and family.

Episode Highlights

  • 01:10 Roe’s Early Career
  • 03:59 Upbringing and Family Life
  • 06:01 Lessons from Roe’s Father
  • 07:38 Influential Leaders
  • 09:55 Transition to Healthcare
  • 17:08 Building Vanguard Health System
  • 20:29 Leading Martin Ventures
  • 22:54 Evaluating Healthcare Leaders
  • 24:06 Transitioning to Board Roles
  • 25:09 Proudest Career Accomplishments
  • 27:48 Mission Work and Service
  • 29:59 Leadership Insights and Challenges
  • 35:06 Lightning Round
  • 37:51 Final Thoughts and Advice

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