Chris Hons, CPA

Vice President of Finance

Professional Overview
Chris Hons is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic financial planning and analysis for leading healthcare organizations. As the Vice President of Finance at St.Vincent Health, he is responsible for overseeing all financial operations, improving operational efficiency, and contributing to the organization's long-term growth and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Vice President of Finance at St.Vincent Health since 2021, Chris leads a team of 25 finance professionals and is responsible for managing a $500 million annual budget. He has played a pivotal role in streamlining financial processes, implementing data-driven decision-making, and aligning financial strategies with the organization's clinical and operational objectives. Under his leadership, St.Vincent Health has achieved a 12% increase in operating margins and a 95% reduction in financial reporting turnaround times.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Chris held progressive finance leadership positions at St.Vincent Health, including Senior Director of Finance and Director of Finance. He also has experience in the market research industry, having served as a Senior Research Analyst at JDA Worldwide and a Market Research Analyst at ADESA. Earlier in his career, Chris was actively involved in political campaign management, serving in various roles at the House Republican Campaign Committee.

Academic Background
Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Indiana University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). He has also completed executive leadership programs at the Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and cost management

• Performance reporting and data-driven decision making

• Strategic financial leadership

• Healthcare finance and operations

• Organizational transformation and process improvement

Professional Impact
At St.Vincent Health, Chris has played a crucial role in implementing data-driven financial strategies that have resulted in significant cost savings and revenue enhancements. He has spearheaded the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which has improved financial reporting, streamlined procurement processes, and enhanced inventory management. Under his leadership, the finance team has won several industry awards for their innovative financial practices and data analytics capabilities.

Conclusion
With his exceptional financial acumen, strategic vision, and leadership skills, Chris Hons is a valuable asset to St.Vincent Health. His ability to drive operational efficiency, optimize financial performance, and align financial strategies with the organization's broader objectives position him as a trusted strategic partner in the healthcare industry.