HaysMed Celebrates Brian Forinash’s Graduation from KHA Leadership Institute

HaysMed is pleased to celebrate Brian Forinash’s recent graduation from the prestigious Kansas Hospital Association (KHA) Leadership Institute, a program dedicated to cultivating top-tier leadership in Kansas’ healthcare sector. Forinash was also recently named the new Director of Supply Chain & Support Services at HaysMed.

Brian Forinash has been an integral part of HaysMed since 2011, demonstrating his leadership abilities in various roles such as Buyer, Supervisor, Manager, and most recently as Interim Director. With over 31 years of experience in supply chain management, including 18 years outside of healthcare, Forinash brings a wealth of knowledge to his new position.

Reflecting on his new role and educational accomplishments, Forinash shared, “I am very proud to be a part of HaysMed’s mission and count it as a great privilege to work with the dedicated people here. I look forward to the opportunities and challenges ahead and aspire to make a positive difference in all I do.”

Shae Veach, Vice President of Regional Operations at HaysMed, expressed his support, “Brian’s graduation from the KHA Leadership Institute not only highlights his commitment to professional development but also underscores his readiness to take on his new role with enhanced skills and insights.”

The KHA press release stated, “The Kansas Hospital Association Leadership Institute is an initiative aimed at enhancing the leadership qualities of hospital employees, preparing them to drive positive change and innovation. Nominated by their hospital’s CEO, participants are considered the future leaders of Kansas’ hospitals.”

Chad Austin, president and CEO of the Kansas Hospital Association, emphasized the importance of the program: “We are committed to strengthening and promoting the leadership capacity of hospital employees in Kansas. The KHA Leadership Institute was established to help hospitals provide professional development opportunities that accentuate the personal skills and abilities needed to facilitate positive change and innovation in Kansas hospitals.”

Click to read the Kansas Hospital Association press release.