Becker's Healthcare January 15, 2025
Terry Shaw’s four-decade career at Altamonte Springs, Fla.-based AdventHealth includes his tenure as president and CEO since 2016, during which he guided the organization’s strategic direction, unified the health system under one brand, and introduced the 10-year Vision 2030 plan.
As he prepares to retire in July, Mr. Shaw reflected on his career and shared insights about his tenure and plans for the future in a conversation with Becker’s.
Editor’s note: Responses have been lightly edited for clarity.
Question: Reflecting on your 40-year tenure at AdventHealth, what do you consider your most impactful accomplishment, and why?
Terry Shaw: The first is moving the company’s credit rating from “BBB” to “AA” with Fitch Ratings. It took a consistent financial plan for...