Craig Deao

Craig Deao is a seasoned healthcare professional with extensive experience in leadership and education. Currently serving as Managing Director at Huron since January 2015, Craig has also held a faculty position at the American College of Healthcare Executives since August 2011. Prior to Huron, Craig was a Senior Leader and National Speaker at Studer Group from October 2006 to December 2020, contributing to its integration into Huron in January 2021. Additionally, Craig served as Senior Director of Education & Networking at VHA from 2000 to 2006. Craig holds a Master of Healthcare Administration from the UMN Carlson School of Management and a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from Louisiana State University.