Executive Board

Charles (Chuck) Stark

Board Member

Chuck Stark brings nearly four decades of healthcare leadership experience to his role on the Foundation’s Board of Directors, with a background spanning hospital operations, strategic planning, and executive management across for-profit and nonprofit healthcare systems. Throughout his career, he has focused on building trust-based relationships, strengthening organizational performance, and fostering cultures that support long-term success. Prior to his retirement in May 2024, Chuck served as Regional Vice President of Universal Health Services, Inc.’s Texas and Oklahoma Acute Care Division.

His previous leadership roles include Chief Executive Officer of Brookwood Baptist Medical Center in Birmingham, Alabama; President and CEO of Columbus Regional Health in Georgia and Firelands Regional Health System in Ohio; and Senior Vice President of Acute Care Operations at HealthSouth Corporation. He began his healthcare leadership career at Humana, Inc. Chuck earned both his Bachelor of Science and Master of Health Administration degrees from Duke University. His extensive experience in healthcare leadership, operational excellence, and organizational development brings valuable perspective to the Foundation as it advances its mission and expands its impact.