Professional Role and Responsibilities
Jeffrey Bromme serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer at AdventHealth, a large, non-profit healthcare system headquartered in Altamonte Springs, Florida, with approximately 50 hospitals under its umbrella. In this capacity, Bromme leads the entire legal department, which encompasses legal services for AdventHealth providers, advocacy and policy departments, and the tax department. His leadership extends to managing complex regulatory, compliance, governance, tax, reimbursement, risk management, and treasury-related legal and operational matters essential to the organization’s functionality.
Legal and Industry Expertise
Bromme is a licensed attorney in Florida (Bar Number 66594), specializing in healthcare law with over 34 years of legal experience. His legal practice at AdventHealth includes navigating the intersection of healthcare delivery, regulatory frameworks, and organizational governance. Prior to joining AdventHealth, he held senior-level positions including a partnership at Arnold & Porter LLP in Washington, D.C., and served as General Counsel for the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. His extensive background in corporate and transactional law contributes to his ability to manage AdventHealth’s complex legal portfolio effectively.
Educational Background
- Juris Doctor (JD) from the University of Texas School of Law
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Southwestern Adventist University
- Additional studies in Economics at the University of Michigan and a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine (though active medical practice is not indicated)
Organizational Impact and Leadership
At AdventHealth, Bromme has held senior leadership roles since 1989, highlighting a sustained and extensive tenure within the organization. His remit includes providing counsel to all AdventHealth subsidiaries through the Adventist Health System Sunbelt Healthcare Corporation, which manages executive leadership and professional support services such as IT, corporate compliance, legal support, reimbursement, risk management, treasury, and tax functions across the health system.
He is recognized for his expertise in leading legal strategy tied to healthcare operations, including advocacy initiatives, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance critical to the health system’s governance and smooth functioning. Bromme participates in thought leadership forums where he integrates faith and work practices, reflecting AdventHealth’s mission to deliver whole-person care.
Notable Engagements and Recognition
- Bromme publicly opened and participated in conferences addressing the sacred rest of Sabbath and faith integration at work, indicating a role in aligning legal leadership with the organization’s faith-based values.
- He is consistently listed among AdventHealth’s executive leadership alongside other key figures such as Michael Cacciatore, MD (Chief Clinical Officer).
- Bromme has been cited in media reports related to cybersecurity incidents impacting AdventHealth. For example, the health system experienced a $430,000 loss from a hack incident involving another company, matters likely involving Bromme’s legal oversight.
- His leadership record includes recognized success in managing change and improving financial performance within complex healthcare systems.
- Bromme’s legal leadership supports AdventHealth Foundation efforts, a philanthropic arm providing community support, suggesting involvement in governance beyond legal affairs into organizational philanthropy.
Affiliations and Memberships
- Director role in the AdventHealth Foundation, reflecting governance responsibilities within AdventHealth’s philanthropic initiatives.
- Participant and speaker in legal conferences such as the NAD Adventist Attorneys' Conference and Retreat, emphasizing his continuing engagement with legal communities focused on healthcare.
Location and Contact
- Based at AdventHealth corporate headquarters: 900 Hope Way, Altamonte Springs, FL
- Available professional profile on LinkedIn: [https://linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-bromme](https://linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-bromme)
This profile synthesizes Mr. Bromme’s extensive legal, executive, and healthcare leadership experience within AdventHealth, underscoring his integral role in overseeing legal compliance, governance, and strategic legal issues for one of Florida’s largest healthcare systems. His combination of legal expertise, healthcare knowledge, and faith-aligned leadership positions him as a key decision-maker in matters intersecting legal risk and organizational mission within the healthcare sector.
