SpendMend Welcomes Michael Williams as Leader in Healthcare Contract Services Solutions

Throughout his career, Michael has held pivotal roles at top healthcare organizations, including UPMC, McKesson, Allegheny Health Network, and most recently, Premier Inc. He has a proven track record of leading large-scale supply chain operations: developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives: and managing multi-faceted projects with significant financial and operational impact. His leadership has been instrumental in helping Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), academic medical centers, and standalone health systems optimize their supply chains to improve their bottom lines.

In his new role, Michael will lead the Contract Services Solutions division, a comprehensive suite of proprietary SpendMend offerings designed to expand insight and visibility throughout the procure to pay process throughout the health network. The Contract Services Solutions bundle provides an advanced, technology-driven, client facing SaaS software suite to expand visibility to line-item detail in purchased services, contract compliance, and overall rebate management while delivering actionable insights, supporting both cost savings and operational efficiency.

"I am thrilled to join SpendMend at this exciting time," said Michael Williams. "The healthcare industry is undergoing rapid changes, and there is a critical need for innovative solutions that not only reduce costs but also improve operational efficiency. I look forward to leveraging my experience to help healthcare organizations across the country achieve these goals and, ultimately, enhance patient care."

Dan Geelhoed, CEO of SpendMend, expressed his enthusiasm for Michael's arrival, stating, "Michael Williams is an outstanding addition to our team. His extensive background in supply chain management and his visionary approach to solving complex challenges make him the perfect leader for our Contract Services Solutions. At SpendMend, our mission is to help healthcare organizations uncover hidden costs and illuminate dark data to improve patient care through innovative solutions, and Michael's expertise will be key in driving this mission forward."

About SpendMend

SpendMend is the leading provider of tech-enabled, cost-saving solutions in the healthcare industry. By combining data, proprietary technology, and analytics with healthcare expertise, SpendMend partners with healthcare networks to illuminate dark data and expose hidden costs in meaningful ways. The company's mission is to help its clients improve patient care through innovative cost-saving solutions.

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