IHA Senior Leadership Team
Our experienced president and CEO and senior leadership team are focused on advancing healthcare in Illinois by working closely with hospital and health system leaders, legislators, and policymakers.
A.J. Wilhelmi
President & CEO
A.J. Wilhelmi became the President and CEO of the Illinois Health and Hospital Association (IHA) on January 1, 2016. With offices in Chicago, Naperville, Springfield and Washington D.C., IHA represents more than 200 hospitals and health systems as they care for their patients and communities, advocating for a sustainable, patient-focused health care system that provides high-quality care and promotes healthy local communities. Read more.
Joanna Farrere
Senior Vice President, Human Resources & Administrative ServicesDavid Gross
Senior Vice President, Government RelationsKaren Harris
Senior Vice President andGeneral Counsel