Healthcare Committee
Committee Co-Chair: Dr. Catalina Cayetano, Director of Learning Enterprise (LE) and Community Engagement, New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, Arizona State University & Lisa Lantz, MBA, Internal Communications Specialist, City of Hope
Healthcare
As a driving force behind the West Valley’s top economic sector, the Healthcare Committee leads the charge in advancing innovation, connectivity, and strategic workforce solutions within the region. This committee serves as a collaborative hub for healthcare leaders, business partners, and policymakers, addressing industry challenges such as workforce shortages through dynamic roundtables, career expos, and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
With a sharp focus on identifying healthcare gaps and advancing regional solutions, the committee plays a pivotal role in shaping infrastructure and capacity. Its efforts are also instrumental in positioning the West Valley as a hub for healthcare-related research, development, and investment.
Key Focus Areas:
- Conducting a comprehensive regional healthcare gap analysis to inform community planning and resource alignment
- Designing effective physician recruitment strategies to support quality care and population growth
- Driving R&D attraction and investment to elevate the West Valley’s reputation as a center for healthcare innovation
Lead. Collaborate. Transform.
Whether mapping future workforce pipelines or promoting cutting-edge care solutions, the Healthcare Committee is creating a healthier and more competitive West Valley—one strategy at a time.
Committee Participation:
Abrazo Health, Arizona State University, Arizona Gateway Logistics, AZ Blue, Banner Health, Bell Bank, Benevilla, City of Avondale, City of Buckeye, City of Glendale, City of Goodyear, Colliers, Dignity Health, Estrella Mountain Community College, First Things First, Franklin Pierce University, Glendale Community College, Haydon Construction, Midwestern University, Phoenix Children’s Hospital, Quarles & Brady, Royal Oaks, Sante, Southwest Lending Closet, SRP, Sun Health, Town of Wickenburg, Turn a New Leaf, Valleywise Health, Vitalyst Health, West-MEC