Jeff Harrington

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Jeff Harrington is a seasoned financial executive with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Children's Hospital Colorado, he oversees all financial operations, strategy, and business development initiatives for the renowned pediatric healthcare system.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his role as Sr. VP and CFO at Children's Hospital Colorado, Jeff is responsible for leading the organization's financial strategy, reporting, budgeting, and capital management. Under his financial stewardship, the hospital has achieved consistent year-over-year revenue growth of 8% and maintained a robust operating margin of over 12%. Jeff has been instrumental in securing $75 million in expansion capital to fund the construction of a new 200-bed inpatient facility, enhancing the hospital's capacity to serve the growing pediatric population in Colorado.

Career Progression
Prior to joining Children's Hospital Colorado, Jeff held progressive finance leadership roles at Atlantic Health System, CurranCare, and Scripps Health. As the Corporate Director of Finance and Operations at Atlantic Health System, he oversaw the financial integration of multiple acquired healthcare facilities, driving operational efficiencies and cost savings of over $12 million annually. As a Partner and Site CFO at CurranCare, he played a key role in the successful turnaround of the organization, improving profitability by 20% within two years.

Academic Background
Jeff holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of California, Los Angeles and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Colorado, Boulder. He is a Certified Public Accountant and has completed the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare finance and accounting

• Financial planning and analysis

• Capital budgeting and investment

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Strategic business development

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization

• Financial reporting and compliance

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Jeff has been recognized for his exceptional leadership and financial acumen. He has served on the Board of Directors for the Colorado Healthcare Financial Management Association and has been a frequent speaker at industry conferences, sharing his insights on innovative approaches to healthcare finance. Jeff's contributions have been instrumental in driving the growth and financial stability of the organizations he has served.

Conclusion
With his deep expertise in healthcare finance, strategic vision, and proven track record of success, Jeff Harrington is a respected leader in the industry. He is committed to leveraging his financial management skills to support the mission and growth of Children's Hospital Colorado, ensuring the organization's continued excellence in pediatric healthcare.