AbundaBox, spotlighted in the 2024 White House and CDC Foundation Nutrition Challenge as a key partner in nutrition and digital health solutions, is proud to announce the appointment of Leann Sims as Chief Operating Officer (COO). With over 25 years of experience in healthcare leadership, Leann brings a wealth of expertise to further expand AbundaBox’s impact and mission of removing barriers to care.
Leann joins AbundaBox after a distinguished career in clinical operations, healthcare innovation, and executive leadership, including roles at Optum and United Healthcare (UHC). She has a background in nursing and holds an MHS in Healthcare Management. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded operational excellence, strategic growth initiatives, and technology-driven healthcare solutions, making her a key asset to AbundaBox’s expanding reach.
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A Vision for Growth and Impact
As COO of AbundaBox, Leann will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s expansion, operational strategy, and long-term vision. She will focus on strengthening healthcare partnerships, enhancing digital health solutions, and optimizing service delivery to maximize impact for underserved communities. Her leadership will drive the company’s efforts to scale innovative programs, ensuring more individuals have access to critical healthcare and nutrition services.
Prior to joining AbundaBox, Leann held executive roles at both Optum and UHC, serving as COO, VP of Quality, Sr. Director of Case and Disease Management, and Architect of the Clinically Integrated Delivery Model. She has been instrumental in developing value-based care programs, optimizing revenue strategies, and enhancing patient-centered care models. Most recently, she served as EVP, Chief Strategy Officer, and Chief Revenue Officer to healthcare startups, leading key initiatives, digital health products, healthcare operations, and overall revenue go-to-market strategies.
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Strengthening the Leadership Team
Emily Jones, CEO and Founder of AbundaBox, welcomed Leann’s appointment, saying:
“Leann’s expertise in healthcare operations, compliance, and strategic growth makes her the ideal leader to help propel AbundaBox forward. Her proven track record, deep industry knowledge, and unwavering dedication to improving healthcare access will be invaluable as we continue to scale and serve more communities.”
Leann Sims also shared her enthusiasm for joining AbundaBox:
“Throughout my career, my passion has been centered on improving access to care, particularly for underserved communities. It’s rare to find an organization so closely aligned with that mission, and I’m thrilled to be joining AbundaBox—a team driven by the same commitment to breaking down barriers and delivering essential healthcare and nutrition services. Together, we have an incredible opportunity to expand our reach and ensure that individuals and families receive the care and resources they need to thrive.”
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Source – PR Newswire
