Acorn Health, a top national provider of applied behavior analysis therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder, has announced that Mony Iyer will become its new president and chief executive officer starting September 15, 2025. “What attracted me to Acorn Health is its clear mission and strong culture of care,” Iyer said. “Throughout my career, I have seen how empowering teams and clinicians leads to better outcomes for those we serve.” Imran Siddiqui, a board member of Acorn Health and managing director of Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, shared the company’s excitement about the appointment, saying, “We are delighted to welcome Mony to Acorn Health. As a nationally recognized business leader, he brings a unique mix of championing culture and inspiring teams, while also scaling organizations with purpose. We are excited to support him as he leads Acorn Health into its next stage of growth and impact.”
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Iyer has more than two decades of experience leading mission-driven organizations. His most recent role was as president of Banfield Pet Hospital, one of the largest veterinary chains in the U.S.
Before that, he held positions as vice president of specialty healthcare services for Walmart, president of OneSight, and vice president for Luxottica Group. Iyer holds a bachelor’s degree in electronics and communication engineering from the University of Madras, a master’s in electrical engineering, and an MBA from Duke University.
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Rich Hallworth, who has been CEO of Acorn Health since 2023, will step down from the CEO role and retire, though he will continue to serve on the board.
“It has been a privilege to lead Acorn Health and work alongside such a talented team,” Hallworth said. “As I transition into retirement, I’m pleased to remain an active member of the board and continue supporting the organization’s mission. I have full confidence in Mony’s leadership and in the team’s ability to carry Acorn forward.”
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