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Todd Conklin

Professional Summary



Professional Overview


Todd Conklin is an accomplished finance and operations executive with extensive experience in the healthcare industry. As the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Care New England, he is responsible for leading the organization's financial strategy, overseeing budgeting and financial reporting, and driving operational efficiencies to support the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Experience Summary



Current Role


In his current role as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Care New England, Todd is responsible for managing the organization's financial operations, including budgeting, financial reporting, and capital planning. He works closely with the executive team to develop and implement strategic initiatives that align with the company's long-term goals and objectives. Under his leadership, Care New England has achieved significant improvements in financial performance, operational efficiency, and overall organizational stability.

Career Progression


Prior to joining Care New England, Todd held senior leadership roles at several prominent healthcare organizations. As the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Lifespan, he was responsible for overseeing the organization's operational functions, including supply chain, information technology, and human resources. Before that, he served as the System Chief Operating Officer at Ascension Kansas and Ascension Wisconsin, where he led the integration of operations and financial systems across multiple hospital systems. Earlier in his career, Todd held finance-focused roles at Catholic Health Initiatives and SCL Health, where he played a key role in driving financial performance and strategic decision-making.

Academic Background


Todd holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a certified public accountant (CPA) and has completed executive leadership programs at Harvard Business School and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.

Areas of Expertise


  • Healthcare finance and accounting

  • Strategic financial planning and analysis

  • Operational efficiency and process optimization

  • Mergers, acquisitions, and integration

  • Hospital and health system management

  • Change management and organizational transformation


Professional Impact


Throughout his career, Todd has demonstrated a strong track record of driving operational and financial improvements within complex healthcare organizations. At Lifespan, he led the implementation of a comprehensive cost reduction initiative that resulted in over $50 million in annual savings. During his time at Ascension, he spearheaded the integration of finance and IT systems across multiple hospital systems, leading to increased operational efficiencies and enhanced data-driven decision-making.

Conclusion


With his extensive experience in healthcare finance and operations, Todd is well-positioned to lead Care New England's financial strategy and support the organization's mission of providing high-quality, patient-centric care. His proven ability to drive operational improvements and achieve sustainable financial performance make him a valuable asset to the organization and the broader healthcare industry.