Under Kramer’s leadership, Renown Health and University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine have become the first, not for profit, integrated academic health system for the state and embraced a People First culture.
Adam Kramer of Reno has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Trustee of the Year Award from the Nevada Hospital Association (NHA). Each year at the association’s annual meeting, the Nevada Hospital Association publicly acknowledges one trustee who exemplifies exceptional leadership professional excellence; outstanding achievements; innovative accomplishments and extraordinary compassion in caring for the community.
“Adam Kramer has dedicated countless hours to ensuring the strategic direction and fiduciary responsibilities of governance are aligned with expanding Renown’s not-for-profit mission of providing exceptional healthcare for the state. His expertise and insights have been valuable in navigating the complex healthcare landscape, envisioning an academic affiliation with the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine and ensuring that Renown remains at the forefront of medical excellence and innovation. This and much more are what made him an excellent choice for this year’s award,” said Patrick Kelly, NHA’s President & CEO. “Adam Kramer serves as an advocate for the provision of high quality, affordable and accessible healthcare services, resulting in healthier Nevada communities for all.”
Kramer was nominated by Brian Erling, MD, MBA, President & CEO of Renown Health, who wrote, “Under Adam’s leadership, the Board has flourished, embracing a culture of transparency, accountability and collaboration. Adam leads by example, inspiring board members and hospital leadership to strive for excellence and to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and financial acumen. Adam’s ability to foster a cohesive and motivated board has been instrumental in driving critical initiatives and making decisions that benefit 7,500 physicians and employees and serve a community of over a million people. Adam Kramer’s forward-thinking perspective has ensured that Renown Health is well positioned for the future, to meet challenges and opportunities and evolving to better serve our community. We are most appreciative to the Nevada Hospital Association for honoring his service.”
“Adam Kramer’s dedication to service extends beyond the boardroom,” said Paul Harris, Chief Legal Officer for Renown Health. “He actively engages with staff, physicians, patients and community stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and a deeper understanding of the needs and aspirations of those we serve. Adam is a champion for People First, patient-centered care, and advocating for technology that enhances physician and patient experiences and outcomes. Adam has consistently demonstrated an extraordinary commitment of time and talent to Renown Health over the last seven years through his service as a Board member, and the last three years as Chair of the Renown Health Board. We are very grateful for his extraordinary commitment.”
“Adam’s positive energy, philanthropic efforts and volunteerism exemplify his commitment to improving technology, climate change and making a positive impact on the health and well-being of our community,” said Blake Smith, former Board Chair for Renown Health and leader of S3 Development. Blake Smith was the person who first suggested Adam join the Renown Board, over seven years ago, and attended Wednesday’s NHA award luncheon in support.
“I’m honored by this nomination and pleased to serve alongside a dedicated team of board members, physicians, nurses and caregivers committed to improving healthcare for our community. This recognition from the Nevada Hospital Association is a testament to our collective efforts to ensure quality, compassion and innovation in patient care. I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to contribute to such meaningful work. I see the lasting legacy we have created for such an excellent organization, and I am excited for the future direction of service,” said Kramer.
In addition to serving as chair of the Renown board, Adam serves as Board Trustee, and Immediate Past Chair for the Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority, where he has collaborated closely with the CEO and management team to facilitate the comprehensive transformation of the Reno Tahoe Airport, all included, with a total investment poised to exceed $1 billion upon completion.
As president and CEO of nZero, Adam helps companies track and reduce their carbon footprint. Recently, Adam and his team worked to reduce emissions at Super Bowl LVIII and with the Raiders in Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas to positively impact the environment.
Adam has held former positions as Executive Vice President of Strategy for Switch, the largest data center in the world. Under his leadership, Switch was honored by Greenpeace in 2017 as the sole data center provider to achieve a perfect sustainability score. Prior to that position, Adam served as Director of Entrepreneurship for Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, and owner of CPR Group advertising.
Renown serves over 1 million people and 100,000 square miles. In U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital Rankings, Renown Regional Medical Center has been named #1 in the State of Nevada for the last three years.
Renown Health is the region’s largest, locally governed, not-for-profit integrated health care network serving Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and northeast California. With a diverse workforce of more than 7,500 employees, Renown has fostered a longstanding culture of excellence, determination, and innovation. The organization comprises a trauma center, two acute care hospitals, a children’s hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, a medical group and urgent care network, and the locally owned not-for-profit insurance company, Hometown Health. For more information, visit renown.org.
