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MS, BBA, FHIMSS, PMP, CIIP, BRMP
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Visionary healthcare executive, transformational leader, and board member focused on innovation, strategy, and operations to achieve the impossible
Meet Bryan R Welsh
a transformational nonprofit executive and board member with a wealth of experience in the information services and healthcare industries. He is passionate about innovation management, business strategy, and operational economics. He has an impressive track record of delivering process improvements that align with the strategic and operational objectives of the organizations he serves. He has held various leadership positions where he led organizational change and spearheaded the development, implementation, and maintenance of the enterprise's application and data architecture portfolio.
Bryan is also an advocate for social equity, community development, and creating a world where everyone feels important, heard, safe, and has a purpose. He is actively involved in volunteer work, serving as the Treasurer and Board Member for the NJ Chapter of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the Chair of Hunterdon County, NJ's Mental Health Board, Past-President for the New Jersey Chapter of the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (NJHIMSS), and former council member for Temple University's Graduate Alumni Professional Development Council.
With a Master of Science in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship with a concentration in Innovation Strategy from Temple University and a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business and Economics from Fort Hays State University, Bryan is a highly qualified professional with a wealth of certifications, including Project Management Professional (PMP), Business Relationship Management Professional (BRMP), Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP), and more.
Bryan truly believes that, as Walt Disney once said, "it's kind of fun to do the impossible."
Join him in his mission to make a positive impact in the world.
DIGITAL AND INFORMATION STRATEGY HIGHLIGHTS
ENTERPRISE INFORMATION STRATEGY: Oversees full lifecycle management of enterprise applications portfolio (200+ systems), data architecture and analytics, and infrastructure investments supporting clinical, operational, and administrative functions across the health system
DIGITAL HEALTH AND BUSINESS INNOVATION: Designed and led integrated digital strategies spanning Electronic Health Record (EHR), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Human Capital Management (HCM), and Enterprise Imaging platforms; enabled digital initiatives and automation workflows that improved workforce efficiency and patient access
TECHNOLOGY GOVERNANCE AND CAPITAL PLANNING: Provides fiscal leadership for $10M+ annual operating and $10M+ capital budgets; implemented governance frameworks to prioritize enterprise IT/IS investments, align digital initiatives to strategy, and mitigate risk
CYBERSECURITY AND COMPLIANCE: Ensures compliance with HIPAA, change management, and cybersecurity standards; collaborates with risk, audit, and compliance teams to assess vendor security postures and system integrity across the application ecosystem
C-SUITE AND BOARD COLLABORATION: Executive sponsor to organizational governing committees, bulding strong cross-functional alignment among clinical, business, and IT/IS leaders; leverages extensive board leadership experience, including chairing a county mental health board and serving as treasurer of a leading mental health nonprofit, to inform strategic governance, enhance service delivery, and lead public-private collaborations supporting transparency, access, and organizational impact
HEALTHCARE APPLICATION LEADERSHIP ACCOMPLISHMENTS
EHR JOINT VENTURE STRATEGY: Directed the EHR technology strategy for a joint venture with a partner hospital, integrating systems across imaging, ambulatory surgery centers (ASC), and physical therapy to enable seamless data exchange and patient information sharing. Developed master patient index (MPI) reconciliation pathways and established long-term maintenance frameworks for cross-organizational collaboration.
ENTERPRISE IMAGING CONSOLIDATION: Led the RFP process and vendor selection for a comprehensive enterprise imaging consolidation, reducing platforms from 16 to 4 and interfaces from 40 to 10. Oversaw the migration from on-premise to cloud, enhancing provider satisfaction, centralizing image access, and reducing infrastructure complexity.
ERP TRANSFORMATION: Oversaw the largest ERP transformation in three decades, consolidating multiple legacy systems and manual HR processes with Infor CloudSuite and UKG Pro. Achieved standardized financial workflows, consolidated general ledgers, and streamlined HR operations for improved operational efficiency.
WEB INFRASTRUCTURE MIGRATION: Directed the infrastructure migration for corporate websites and digital marketing platforms, reducing maintenance costs by 70% and enhancing marketing agility through scalable, cloud-based solutions.
PMO AND GOVERNANCE ESTABLISHMENT: Established the organization's first PMI-aligned project management framework, including executive steering committees and stakeholder advisory groups. Developed scalable project templates and processes, driving consistency across multiple business units.
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE LEADERSHIP: Led enterprise-wide SOGI regulatory compliance readiness across 80+ applications, collaborating with clinical and IT leaders to integrate data collection and reporting across diverse systems.
HIN, ADT, AND CCD INTEGRATION: Delivered full interoperability with state-based health information networks, supporting ADT and CCD messaging for seamless patient data exchange.
COVID-19 RAPID RESPONSE: Managed rapid IT response during the COVID-19 surge, enabling bed capacity expansion from 178 to 300 within hours and supporting remote work enablement under critical conditions.
INCIDENT COMMAND LEADERSHIP: Served as incident commander during major system downtimes, coordinating command centers, adjusting documentation strategies, and providing real-time executive updates to ensure continuous hospital operations.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
HUNTERDON HEALTH
Dec 2024 - Present ----
Sept 2017 - July 2022 ----
May 2016 - Sept 2017 ----
ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTOR, TRANSFORMATION​
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Leads enterprise-wide digital transformation across EHR, ERP, HCM, enterprise imaging, and 200+ integrated systems, driving operational efficiency and improved access​
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Inspires and mentors a team of four managers and oversees a dynamic group of professionals and consultants, driving the development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise-wide initiatives, applications, and data architecture
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Oversees $20M+ in combined operating and capital budgets; ensures strategic alignment of financial and digital investments with organizational priorities
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Directs vendor strategy and governance, including negotiation of complex master service agreements (MSAs), scopes of work (SOWs), business associate agreements (BAAs), and compliance reviews in collaboration with legal, risk, and IT security
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Serves as an information services, technology, and digital transformation advisor to executive-level committees, including the Innovation Committee, Project Review Board, and Change Advisory Board, driving alignment across clinical, operational, and IT domains to ensure a unified vision
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DIRECTOR, APPLICATION SERVICES & DATA ARCHITECTURE​
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Directed enterprise application portfolio (200+ systems) and data architecture strategy, supporting clinical, operational, and administrative functions
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Led a cross-functional team of 35+ professionals and consultants, including four managers and two project managers
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Managed a $10M operating budget and partnered with fellow executives to support a $7M capital budget related to IT/IS investments
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Advanced strategic initiatives focused on system consolidation, improved operational efficiency, analytics enablement, and interoperability with ERP, EHR, clinical, and enterprise imaging platforms
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Served as the IT/IS executive sponsor for multiple executive-level committees, partnering with executive leadership to evaluate, select, and govern strategic investment
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MANAGER, INFORMATION SYSTEMS
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Supervised a cross-functional team of 17 direct reports and four indirect reports, overseeing the development, implementation, and maintenance of 80+ information systems across departments
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Developed architecture and workflows for acquisitions and joint ventures to ensure seamless technology integration
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Championed advanced-level projects, including cloud-based platforms, enterprise software solutions, and software as a service (SaaS), adhering to Project Management Institute (PMI) methodologies
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Facilitated strategic planning and budget input to support multimillion-dollar IT/IS investments and long-range software planning
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Chaired the information services' Change Advisory Board and helped institutionalize formalized governance processes across IT/IS services
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MANAGER, IMAGING INFORMATICS
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Managed a team of four system administrators, aligning imaging informatics with broader health system strategies
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Enhanced operational agility through workforce cross-training and application standardization
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Spearheaded enterprise imaging software proposals and contract management, resulting in streamlined imaging workflows and reduced cost per study
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Initiated interdepartmental collaborations to evaluate emerging technologies and business expansion initiatives
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SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
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SYSTEM ANALYST​​
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COMPUTER SUPPORT TECHNICIAN
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SYSTEM ANALYST​​ AND BILLING REPRESENTATIVE
Mar 2014 - May 2016 ----
Mar 2013 - Mar 2014 ----
July 2022 - Dec 2024 ----
Mar 2012 - Mar 2013 ----
31 NORTH IMAGING GROUP
Dec 2008 - Mar 2012 ----
BOARD LEADERSHIP AND GOVERNANCE
BOARD CHAIR, MENTAL HEALTH BOARD
COUNTY OF HUNTERDON, NEW JERSEY
Sept 2023 - Present
Provides oversight of matters related to Mental Health Services in the County including the development of mental health plans, recommending State funding from the Division of Mental Health Services of the New Jersey Department of Human Services, with whom it has direct linkage, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of State-funded programs
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Positions Held:
Board Chair: Sept 2024 - Present
Board Member: Sept 2023 - Sept 2024
BOARD MEMBER AND TREASURER, NEW JERSEY CHAPTER
AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR SUICIDE PREVENTION
Apr 2022 - Present
The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide.
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Leads strategic initiatives within the Chapter focusing on healthcare and corrections. Developed the Healthcare Outreach Strategy Guide for the Chapter and established hospital partnerships, resulting in an 86 percent increase in suicide prevention provider training
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​Serves as the Chapter’s Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer overseeing financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting, ensuring fiscal responsibility, compliance, and alignment with mission-driven objectives
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Advocates for mental health and suicide prevention public policy at the state and federal levels by engaging in meetings with governmental leaders
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Serves as the co-chair of the Mercer County Out of the Darkness Walk Committee, securing diverse fundraising sources and coordinating activities on the day of the walk
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Promotes organizational and Chapter initiatives, elevating awareness through impactful presentations (i.e., Talk Saves Lives, It's Real: Teens and Mental Health) and active participation in community tabling events
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Positions Held:
Board Member and Treasurer: Jul 2024 - Present
Board Member and Bold Goal Champion: Apr 2022 - Jul 2024
Board Fellow, as part of Temple University's Fox Board Fellows Program: Aug 2021 - Apr 2022
BOARD MEMBER (PRESIDENT, PRESIDENT-ELECT, AND PAST-PRESIDENT), NEW JERSEY CHAPTER
HEALTH INFORMATION AND MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SOCIETY
Jul 2021 - Jun 2024
Served as an advisor, thought leader, and member committed to transforming the health ecosystem within the State of New Jersey and surrounding areas
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Implemented strategic partnerships with the New Jersey Business and Industry Association and New Jersey Community Colleges to strengthen the advancement of the NJ Pathways program
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Achieved a 20 percent growth in the Chapter's Organizational Affiliate membership and a five percent increase in overall membership within a ten-month timeframe
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Achieved gold-level status, the highest attainable level for the Chapter, acknowledging the organization's positive impact in the local area through valuable programs and volunteer service
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Served as the co-chair for the advocacy committee
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Positions Held:
Board Member and Past-President: Jul 2023 - Jun 2024
President and Board Member: Jul 2022 - Jun 2023
Board Member, President-Elect, Advocacy Co-Chair: Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
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COUNCIL MEMBER AND ALUMNI
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY: GRADUATE ALUMNI PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
Jan 2022 - May 2024
Worked with Temple University and other Council Members to create and support a global network of Fox School of Business graduate alumni and students who champion professional development and growth
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Mentored graduate students through guest lectures and presentations covering topics such as personal branding, industry networking, professional ethics, and artificial intelligence
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Facilitated mock interviews and conducts resume reviews to elevate the professional development and job search skills of graduate students
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
MASTER OF LEGAL STUDIES (In-Progress)
Concentration: Public Law and Policy
Northeastern University, School of Law
Anticipated conferral date: December 2025
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INNOVATION
MANAGEMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Concentration: Innovative Strategy
Temple University, Fox School of Business
Dean's Certificate of Excellence
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
Concentration: International Business and Economics
Fort Hays State University, Robbins College of
Business and Entrepreneurship
Magna Cum Laude
CERTIFICATE IN FINANCE
Fort Hays State University
CERTIFICATE IN ECONOMICS
Fort Hays State University
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP)
Project Management Institute
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FELLOW OF HIMSS (FHIMSS)
Health Information and Management Systems Society​
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CERTIFIED IMAGING INFORMATICS
PROFESSIONAL (CIIP)
American Board of Imaging Informatics
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BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP
MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (BRMP)
APMG International
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QPR (QUESTION, PERSUADE, REFER) GATEKEEPER
QPR Institute​
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YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID
National Council for Mental Wellbeing
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STRATEGIC COMPETENCIES
Digital Health Strategy
Portfolio, Program, and
Project Management
Regulatory Compliance
Negotiation and
Contract Management
Enterprise Software
and Architecture
Business Transformation and Innovation Management
Strategic and Operational
Planning
Finance and Economics
Change Management and
Process Improvement
System Integration
and Interfacing
Executive Leadership and
Nonprofit Board Governance
Cybersecurity and
Risk Management
Business Relationship
Management
Technology and Data
Governance
Cloud and Virtual
Infrastructure
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
BETA GAMMA SIGMA ​​
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HEALTH INFORMATION AND
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SOCIETY (HIMSS)
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THE HONOR SOCIETY OF PHI KAPPA PHI
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SOCIETY OF IMAGING INFORMATICS IN MEDICINE (SIIM)
COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION
MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES (CHIME)​
NEW JERSEY CHAPTER: HEALTH INFORMATION AND
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SOCIETY (NJHIMSS)
PROJECT MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (PMI)
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NEW JERSEY CHAPTER: PROJECT MANAGEMENT
INSTITUTE (PMI-NJ)
SELECTED PRESENTATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Panel Discussion: Healthcare Technology & Administration Industry​
Panelist for the November NJ Pathways to Career Opportunities Health Services Collaborative
Meeting at Brookdale Community College (2022)
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Panel Discussion: Best Practice Virtual Operations - Strategies and Lessons Learned​
Panelist for the DVNJHIMSS 2021 Fall Conference: Navigating Our Transforming Landscape​
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Our Journey to Enterprise Imaging: Hunterdon Healthcare​
Presented at CommunityLIVE 2019 hosted by Hyland Software in Cleveland, OH.
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Functionality of VNA to Improve Workflows Within a Healthcare Organization​
Presented at Inspire 2017 hosted by Kofax in Nashville, TN.
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Hunterdon Healthcare Drives Efficiency Outcomes and Cash Flow With McKesson Cardiology​
Published in the January/February 2017 issue of Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiology.
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