Ridgeview Executive and Leadership Team

Brent Wordelman, the Chief Financial Officer at Ridgeview, manages the fiscal health and long-term financial strategy of the nonprofit health care system. Wordelman directs capital allocation, budgeting, and revenue cycle management to ensure the sustainability of regional medical services. By analyzing market trends and operational costs, the Chief Financial Officer identifies opportunities for financial growth and resource optimization. Brent Wordelman collaborates with the Board to oversee investment portfolios and financial reporting, maintaining transparency and regulatory compliance. This leadership role involves balancing the financial requirements of clinical expansion with the commitment to affordable community health care. Through rigorous financial planning, the Chief Financial Officer drives the economic stability necessary for ongoing infrastructure improvements. Wordelman secures the financial future of the organization, ensuring that the health system continues to provide essential services to the southwest metro region.

Benjamin Nielsen, the Chief Operating Officer at Ridgeview, oversees the daily clinical operations and facility management across the southwest metro region. Nielsen coordinates the logistical workflows between hospital departments to maximize patient throughput and service delivery. By streamlining internal processes, the Chief Operating Officer ensures that all medical facilities maintain high standards of care and operational readiness. Benjamin Nielsen manages the allocation of resources to support the nonprofit mission, balancing fiscal responsibility with the need for high-quality health services. This leadership role involves working closely with the executive team to execute strategic growth initiatives and facility expansions. Through the optimization of supply chains and clinical staffing models, the Chief Operating Officer drives organizational efficiency. Nielsen maintains a focus on operational excellence, ensuring that the health system effectively meets the evolving medical needs of the local community.

Paul Brinson, the Chief Information Officer at Ridgeview, directs the digital infrastructure and health information systems supporting the entire regional health care network. Brinson architects secure data environments to ensure seamless communication between clinical departments and administrative units. By implementing advanced electronic health record platforms, the Chief Information Officer optimizes patient data accessibility while maintaining rigorous cybersecurity standards across the southwest metro region. Paul Brinson manages the integration of emerging medical technologies to enhance diagnostic precision and operational efficiency. This leadership role involves collaborating with the Board to align technological investments with long-term nonprofit objectives. Through the modernization of internal networks, the Chief Information Officer drives digital transformation, ultimately improving the quality of care delivered to patients. Brinson secures the integrity of all digital assets, ensuring that the health system remains at the forefront of medical innovation.

Lisa Schwartz, the Vice President, Human Resources & Chief Human Resources Officer at Ridgeview, leads the talent acquisition, employee development, and organizational culture initiatives. Schwartz architects comprehensive workforce strategies to attract and retain top-tier medical professionals across the southwest metro region. By fostering a supportive work environment, the Chief Human Resources Officer ensures that clinical and administrative staff remain aligned with the nonprofit mission. Lisa Schwartz manages labor relations, compensation structures, and professional training programs to enhance overall staff performance. This leadership role involves partnering with the executive team to address workforce challenges and promote employee well-being. Through the implementation of effective human capital management, the Chief Human Resources Officer drives organizational engagement and operational stability. Schwartz secures the human resources necessary for the health system to deliver high-quality care, ensuring that the workforce remains prepared for future medical demands.

Matthew Herold, the Chief of Staff & Medical Director at Ridgeview, governs the clinical standards and medical practice policies across the regional health care system. Herold directs the medical staff, ensuring that all clinical procedures adhere to the highest safety and quality benchmarks. By overseeing physician performance and peer review processes, the Medical Director maintains excellence in patient care delivery. Matthew Herold collaborates with the executive team to integrate clinical expertise into the broader strategic planning of the nonprofit organization. This leadership role involves managing the relationship between the medical staff and the administration to ensure cohesive operations. Through the development of evidence-based clinical protocols, the Chief of Staff drives improvements in patient outcomes and health service delivery. Herold secures the clinical integrity of the health system, ensuring that all medical practices meet the needs of the southwest metro region.