Paul Brient

EVP & Chief Product Officer

Professional Overview
Paul Brient is an accomplished healthcare technology executive with over 20 years of experience driving product innovation and strategic growth. As the EVP & Chief Product Officer at athenahealth, he is responsible for leading the company's product vision, development, and go-to-market strategies. Brient's deep industry expertise and track record of success position him as a respected thought leader in the healthcare technology space.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In his current role as EVP & Chief Product Officer at athenahealth, Brient oversees the development and delivery of the company's cloud-based healthcare technology solutions. He is responsible for aligning product roadmaps with evolving customer needs and industry trends, ensuring athenahealth remains at the forefront of innovation. Under his leadership, the company has introduced several groundbreaking platforms that have improved clinical and financial outcomes for healthcare providers.

Career Progression
Prior to joining athenahealth, Brient served as the President and CEO of PatientKeeper, a leading provider of healthcare information systems. During his 17-year tenure, he transformed the company into a widely adopted solution for physicians, driving significant revenue growth and market share expansion. Brient has also held senior leadership roles at McKesson, where he served as the SVP and General Manager, overseeing the company's healthcare information technology business.

Academic Background
Brient holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Economics from Dartmouth College, where he graduated with high honors. He is also a Crown Fellow at the Aspen Institute, a prestigious leadership development program that brings together visionary thinkers to address global challenges.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare technology product management and strategy

• Cloud-based software development and deployment

• Clinical workflow optimization and user experience design

• Strategic partnerships and business development

• Organizational leadership and team building

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Brient has been recognized for his ability to drive innovation and growth in the healthcare technology sector. Under his leadership, PatientKeeper became a market-leading solution used by thousands of healthcare providers nationwide. At athenahealth, Brient has played a pivotal role in shaping the company's product roadmap, leading to the launch of several award-winning platforms that have improved care delivery and financial performance for healthcare organizations.

Conclusion
With his deep industry expertise, proven track record of success, and visionary leadership, Paul Brient is well-positioned to continue driving transformative change in the healthcare technology space. As the EVP & Chief Product Officer at athenahealth, he is committed to leveraging the power of cloud-based technology to enhance patient outcomes and support the long-term sustainability of the healthcare system.