So You Want To Be A Healthcare Executive?

Wendy Sellers - The HR Lady

Wendy Sellers, also known as the HR Lady, is an author, speaker, trainer, podcast host, and more. Wendy helps companies attract and retain Top Performers. Wendy holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Healthcare Administraion from Kings College and a Master's of Human Resources from Rollins College.

Malaika Dewes - Administrative Fellow - St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center

Malaika Dewes is an Administrative Fellow at the St. Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Connecticut. Malaika holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University at Albany, a Master of Public Health degree from Suny Downstate Health Sciences University, and is currently pursuing a Doctorate degree in Public Health from New York Medical College. Her story is filled with knowledgeable insights, wisdom, and inspiration.          

Leon Clark - Chief Academic Affairs Officer - Sutter Health

Leon Clark is the current Chief Academic Affairs Officer for Sutter Health. Leon holds a Bachelors degree in Accounting from DePaul University and a Masters in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship from DePaul Driehaus College of Business. Leon is an established administrative leader with a broad base of experience in healthcare operations and financial management. Having started his career in the financial sector, Leon quickly found that healthcare suited his skillset and his passion. 

Caitlyn Traffanstedt - Manager, Distribution and Project Management - East Alabama Health

Caitlyn Traffanstedt is the current Manager of Distribution and Project Management at East Alabama Health. In this role she is responsible for overseeing critical areas of supply chain, expansion of crucial hospital services, and more. Caitlyn is a graduate of Auburn University at Montgomery, earning a Masters degree in Health Administration in 2023. From having completed an internship abroad to holding a number of positions outside of the healthcare industry, Caitlyn's career journey is both inspiring and motivational. Join us as we hear Caitlyn discuss her journey and tell her story of how she found success.    

Mark Sevco - Chief Operating Officer - Sutter Health

Mark Sevco is the current Chief Operating Officer at Sutter Health. Mark has a highly impressive career. With nearly 30 years of upward progression at various UPMC hospitals, Mark assumed the role as COO at Sutter Health with tremendous experience and expertise. Mark holds a Master of Health Administration from the University of Pittsburgh, Graduate School of Public Health, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Pittsburgh Katz Graduate School of Business, and a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics from the University of Pittsburgh College of Arts and Sciences. Tune in to hear Mark's impressive climb throughout the ranks and the advice he has gathered along the way.