The Illinois Health and Hospital Association, with offices in Naperville, Chicago, Springfield and Washington, D.C., is dedicated to advocating for Illinois'​ more than 200 hospitals and nearly 50 health systems as they serve their patients and communities throughout the state. Our members provide a broad range of services—not just within their walls, but across the continuum and throughout their communities. Reflecting the diversity of our state, our member nonprofit, investor-owned and public hospitals include:

• Community hospitals 
• Safety net hospitals
• Teaching hospitals and academic medical centers
• Rural and critical access hospitals
• Specialty hospitals

Who We Are

Mission
To be the trusted voice and resource for members as they care for their communities.

Vision
To be the most trusted and influential Association in advancing optimal health and healthcare.

Vision for Illinois Healthcare
To support each person's quest for optimum health, all individuals and communities have access to high-quality healthcare at the right time and in the right setting.

Hospital

Health Care

Illinois Health and Hospital Association

A.J. Wilhelmi

Kristen Sesso Phr, Shrm-Cp, Cpsp

Jaclyn Bowen

Michael Haggerty Jd, Cphrm

Joe Holler

Edward Holzhauer

Lori Contreras

Jordan Powell

Jennifer Koehler J.d.

Dean Comber Mba, Pmp, Csm

Patty Pensa

The Human Resources team at the Illinois Health and Hospital Association is responsible for managing and optimizing the organization's human capital. The team ensures the recruitment, retention, and development of talented staff, administers employee benefits, ensures compliance with labor laws, and fosters a positive organizational culture that aligns with the IHA's mission and values.

Human Resources

Information Technology

Leadership Team

Finance and Accounting Team

Human Resources

About

Team members

Other teams at Illinois Health and Hospital Association

Information Technology

Leadership Team

Finance and Accounting Team