Health Catalyst names Simeon Kohl as new CEO

Health Catalyst Inc., a publicly traded healthcare intelligence company, has announced the appointment of Simeon Kohl as its new Chief Executive Officer, President, and Board of Directors member, effective September 14. Kohl's appointment follows the departure of Ben Albert, who will assume the role of Chief Business Officer and relinquish his position on the Board of Directors on September 13.

Kohl's expertise spans more than two decades in healthcare, encompassing operations, growth, and leading public companies, as highlighted in a press release. Prior to Health Catalyst, Kohl served as CEO of Performant Healthcare, a public healthcare firm he guided through a successful transformation and eventual sale to Machinify for around $670 million.

Ben Albert, currently CEO and President, will transition to the Chief Business Officer position and exit the Board of Directors, continuing to collaborate with Kohl and the leadership team on the company's strategic objectives. Justin Spencer, Chairman of the Board, praised Kohl for his proven ability to enhance operational performance and generate shareholder value.

During his tenure at Health Catalyst, Albert oversaw the sale of Vitalware, which enabled the company to eliminate its credit facility worth approximately $160 million, while also focusing on AI-driven healthcare intelligence technologies. Kohl expressed his enthusiasm for joining Health Catalyst, stating that the company aligns with his passion for improving healthcare and nurturing high-performing organizations.

Health Catalyst, known for its work with health systems to optimize cost, clinical, and consumer performance, boasts $2.8 billion in documented outcomes. This leadership change occurs as the company embarks on its next stage of growth.