Andrew Leblanc

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Andrew Leblanc is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Chief Financial Officer at St. Francis Medical Center, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's financial strategy, planning, and operations to ensure long-term sustainability and growth.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at St. Francis Medical Center, Andrew is responsible for leading the organization's financial management, reporting, and strategic planning initiatives. He oversees a team of finance professionals and works closely with the executive leadership to align financial objectives with the organization's overall mission and vision. Under his guidance, St. Francis Medical Center has achieved significant improvements in financial performance, including a 12% increase in operating margins and a 15% reduction in debt-to-equity ratio over the past two years.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Andrew held various finance leadership positions within the healthcare industry. He served as the Assistant Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis at LCMC Health, where he played a key role in optimizing the organization's financial processes and strengthening its financial reporting capabilities. Before that, he held senior roles at Children's Hospital New Orleans, including Senior Director of Financial Planning and Analysis and Senior Director of Physician Services. Earlier in his career, Andrew gained valuable experience in corporate financial planning and commercial lending at Texas Children's Hospital and Bank of New Orleans, respectively.

Academic Background
Andrew holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from Tulane University, where he specialized in Finance and Healthcare Management. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Revenue cycle management

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization

• Performance management and reporting

• Strategic decision-making

• Healthcare industry knowledge

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Andrew has demonstrated a strong track record of driving financial improvements and leading strategic initiatives within healthcare organizations. He has a reputation for implementing data-driven decision-making processes, optimizing financial workflows, and fostering a culture of financial discipline and accountability. Andrew's expertise and leadership have been instrumental in helping the organizations he has served achieve their financial and operational goals.

Conclusion
With his extensive experience, proven leadership skills, and in-depth knowledge of the healthcare industry, Andrew Leblanc is well-positioned to continue driving financial excellence and strategic growth at St. Francis Medical Center. His dedication to delivering sustainable financial performance and his commitment to aligning financial objectives with the organization's mission make him a valuable asset to the healthcare sector.