National Center for Healthcare Leadership Appoints Dr. David L. Schreiner as Chief Executive Officer
Following an extensive nationwide search, a proven healthcare leadership champion has been selected to lead the organization
CHICAGO — The National Center for Healthcare Leadership (NCHL) today announced the appointment of Dr. David L. Schreiner as Chief Executive Officer, following a rigorous, nationwide executive search conducted by the Board’s Selection Committee.
Dr. Schreiner has served as NCHL’s Interim CEO since January 2026, and during that time he strengthened member and stakeholder engagement, advanced the organization’s mission, and demonstrated the leadership and values central to NCHL’s culture and strategic direction.
“We are grateful to David for his leadership the past several months and are excited he will continue to serve with NCHL. He demonstrates leadership optimism and collaboration and his dedication to advancing healthcare leadership is evident in all that he does. We have confidence David will advance and grow the legacy of NCHL and better serve our members.”
— Jill Schwieters, Board Chair, NCHL
About Dr. David L. Schreiner
Dr. Schreiner is a seasoned hospital and health system CEO with decades of experience leading organizations through growth, transition, and complexity. A values-driven leader, he is widely respected for his ability to align strategy, culture, and performance while keeping people and mission at the center of healthcare leadership.
Having spent much of his career in rural and community-based healthcare, Dr. Schreiner is a passionate advocate for rural hospitals and small communities. His work focuses on strengthening executive communication, leadership presence, and organizational trust, capabilities that are especially critical in today’s healthcare environment.
Prior to this appointment, Dr. Schreiner served as an executive coach, speaker, and Executive-in-Residence at Vizient, Inc., where he supported healthcare leaders across the country. He brings with him deep engagement in national healthcare leadership circles, including long-standing involvement with the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE).
Dr. Schreiner is the author of the best-selling book Be the Best Part of Their Day: Supercharging Communication with Values-Driven Leadership, which reflects his commitment to intentional, values-based leadership and meaningful human connection.
“I am deeply honored by the confidence the NCHL Board has placed in me, and I am fully committed to leading this organization with the same passion and focus that has guided my career. NCHL plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of healthcare leaders, and I look forward to working alongside our team, our members, and our partners to build on that legacy together.”
— Dr. David L. Schreiner, CEO, NCHL
NCHL is fortunate to have nationally recognized leaders continuing to serve on its Board, including:
- Jill Schwieters, NCHL, Board Chair
- Kaitlyn Apodaca, Sr. Strategy Planning Consultant, Seattle Children’s
- Jeanne Armentrout, Former EVP & CAO, Carilion Clinic
- Denise Brooks-Williams, EVP & COO, Henry Ford Health
- Maxine Carrington, JD, SVP & Chief People Officer, Northwell Health
- Bob Clarke, Chairman, Furst Group and NuBrick Partners
- Richard “Chip” O. Davis, PhD, CEO, Rochester Regional Health
- David Ertel, CFO, Vizient, Inc.
- David Gillan, Chief Customer Officer, Sodexo U.S. Healthcare and Seniors
- Carrie Harris-Muller, SVP & Chief Population Health Officer, OhioHealth
- Michelle Hood, EVP & COO, American Hospital Association
- Paula Just, EVP & Chief Administrative and Experience Officer, Health First
- Jessica Melton, EVP & Chief Transformation Officer, University of Florida Health
- Jeffrey Simms, Assistant Professor and Associate Chair for Alumni and External Relations in the Department of Health Policy & Management at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health