Renown Health is proud to announce the appointment of Scott Seaton, MBA, as its new Vice President of Supply Chain effective August 18, 2025. Mr. Seaton brings more than two decades of progressive leadership in healthcare operations, supply chain strategy, and process improvement to the organization.
Before joining Renown, Mr. Seaton was employed as vice president, Planning & Clinical Integration at Providence in Renton, WA, one of the nation’s largest health systems, where he directed supply chain operations for more than 1,000 caregivers and managed $1.8 billion in annual medical supply spend. Under his leadership, his team delivered supply savings through innovative contract management, product standardization, and optimization initiatives. He led large-scale product conversions across hundreds of categories, negotiated with key suppliers, and implemented advanced inventory management solutions. Mr. Seaton also brings experience from the aerospace and defense sectors, where he led Six Sigma and LEAN manufacturing initiatives for Thales Avionics, and has held engineering and quality management roles at The Mikron Group and Quanex Corporation.
“We are thrilled to welcome Scott to our team, and we are confident that his vision and expertise will further Renown’s commitment to excellence, efficiency, and patient-centered care,” said Anna Loomis, MBA, Chief Financial Officer. Scott is known for implementing process improvements, solving complex challenges and aligning teams and technology to drive efficiency, reduce costs and accelerate growth. His understanding of the complexities of the healthcare supply chain landscape makes him an ideal fit for our strong team. Scott has a track record in exceeding financial targets, leading high-performing cross-functional teams, and developing solutions that deliver sustainable results. As a veteran of the United States Air Force, he is known for his disciplined, collaborative leadership style, cultivating environments that empower team members and nurturing emerging leaders through coaching and mentorship. We are excited to welcome him to Renown Health and to Reno.”
Importance of Strong Supply Chain Leadership
A well-run supply chain helps to ensure that physicians, nurses, and clinicians have the necessary resources to provide quality care to patients. Effective supply chain management helps to reduce costs, minimize waste, and optimize inventory levels. Mr. Seaton specializes in creating and implementing strategic supply chain plans aligned with strategic objectives. A proponent of LEAN methodology, he excels at integrating system-wide policies to improve quality, efficiency, and financial integrity.
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
Known for his collaborative approach, Mr. Seaton has built bridges between clinical and operational teams, ensuring strategic alignment and continuity of care. He is adept at fostering relationships with suppliers and service providers and is recognized for his transparent communication with both internal leadership and external partners.
Seaton holds an MBA in Change Management and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (Control Systems) from the University of Washington. He is a regular speaker at national conferences and has been featured in industry publications for his innovative work in healthcare supply chain.
About Renown Health
Renown Health is the region’s largest, locally governed, not-for-profit integrated academic health care network serving Nevada, Lake Tahoe, and northeast California. With a diverse workforce of 8,000 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.
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Renown Health CEO Named 'CEO of the Year' by Ragan Communications for Fostering a Healthier Work Environment and Putting People First
Dr. Brian Erling is a CEO who leads by example, creating a positive work environment where professionals can thrive and grow in their careers, ultimately leading to improved healthcare for our community.
Dr. Brian Erling, President and CEO of Renown Health, has been named CEO of the Year by the Ragan Communications Workplace Wellness Awards. As CEO of the Year, he is recognized for promoting physical health, mental resilience, and a culture of work-life balance.
Ragan Communications writes, “Under Dr. Erling’s leadership, Renown Health launched a range of programs supporting mental, emotional and physical wellness, including expanded behavioral health access and personalized wellbeing services. His vision has made employee health a system-wide priority embedded into the organization’s operational strategy.”
Ragan is the industry leader in providing professional development, training and intelligence to communicators, marketers, HR professionals and business leaders worldwide, and holds its annual Workplace Wellness Awards program, presenting the award to a CEO who leads by example, and makes employee well-being a top priority in their organization.
Dr. Brian Erling, CEO and President of Renown Health, is a seasoned healthcare executive with over twenty-five years of experience in diverse healthcare settings. During his career, he has led teams at not-for-profit hospitals, integrated health systems, physician practices and publicly traded healthcare companies.
Dr. Erling joined the Renown team in November of 2022. He leads with a people-first mindset, prioritizing employees in the organization’s decision-making process. Dr. Erling believes that when employees have the involvement and tools to excel in their roles, the result is an engaged workforce and exceptional care for the community. Having previously spent over 20 years serving the people of Colorado, he believes that long-term leadership is essential for an organization to grow and thrive. His background as a physician enables him to connect with healthcare workers who devote their nights, weekends and holidays to their work.
Dr. Erling emphasizes the importance of teamwork and believes it’s the key to a successful healthcare system. Being part of a high-performing, mission-driven team is his primary motivation. He considers Renown’s more than 8,000 employees to be the organization’s greatest resource. While Renown’s modern technologies, like advanced robotic surgical systems and imaging equipment, are valuable, Dr. Erling believes the main reason patients choose their services is because of the trusted care in their hometown.
Dr. Erling’s goals for Renown are to create a positive work environment where employees can thrive and grow in their careers, ultimately leading to improved healthcare for our community. Since the beginning of his leadership, he has implemented numerous initiatives to enhance the organization, always prioritizing people first.
Putting employee wellness at the forefront of strategic planning, and making People First the first value of Renown Health, the following initiatives have been introduced in the past 12 months:
