Alex Miller
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Alex Miller is an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, he oversees all financial operations, strategy, and decision-making to drive organizational growth and financial stability.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role as Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Alex is responsible for managing the hospital's $1.2 billion annual budget, leading financial planning and analysis, and overseeing cash management, treasury, and investment activities. He has implemented innovative cost-saving initiatives that have resulted in over $15 million in annual savings, while also securing $50 million in new funding to support critical infrastructure upgrades and clinical program expansion.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Alex served as the Vice President - Finance & Treasury and Assistant Treasurer at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center. In this position, he led the development and implementation of a comprehensive treasury management strategy that optimized the organization's cash flow and reduced interest expense by $3 million annually. Earlier in his career, Alex held roles as a Financial Analyst at Kroger and an Underwriting Specialist at Cincinnati Financial Corporation, where he honed his financial acumen and analytical skills.
Academic Background
Alex holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Cincinnati. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed executive leadership programs at the Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic financial planning and analysis
- Treasury management and cash optimization
- Capital budgeting and investment decision-making
- Financial reporting and risk management
- Operational efficiency and cost optimization
- Collaborative leadership and cross-functional team management
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Alex has been recognized for his ability to drive organizational transformation and financial performance. He has served on the Finance Committee of the Illinois Hospital Association and has been a frequent speaker at industry conferences, sharing his insights on best practices in healthcare finance. Alex's contributions have been instrumental in enabling his organizations to achieve their strategic goals and better serve their communities.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic vision, and proven track record of success, Alex Miller is poised to continue making a significant impact as the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. His expertise in financial management, operational excellence, and collaborative leadership positions him as a valuable asset to the organization and the healthcare industry as a whole.
