Chris Hinrichs is a seasoned finance and data analytics professional with over seventeen years of experience focusing on the healthcare industry's multifaceted financial and data-driven challenges. With a strong educational background that includes a Master's in Healthcare Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and a BS in Accounting from San Jose State University, Chris has consistently demonstrated his ability to lead and innovate in high-stakes environments. His career is distinguished by his roles at Sutter Health, where he currently serves as Director of Finance, Workforce Effectiveness, and previously as Interim Director, Decision Support, alongside significant tenure at Renown Health as Director, Decision Support and Financial Planning. Chris' expertise encompasses a vast array of core competencies, including leadership, budgeting, forecasting, clinical utilization analysis, and pricing strategy, ensuring that he is well-versed in every aspect of financial operations within the healthcare sector. His strategic leadership in decision support was instrumental in implementing activity-based cost accounting systems and advancing financial planning functions at Renown Health. At Sutter Health, he took on the challenge of data standardization across a vast network and spearheaded a committee focused on staffing efficiency that aligns with patient quality. Chris' dedication to his field is further exemplified by his continuous learning, as evidenced by his certifications, including the Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP) and credentials in healthcare analytics and project management.