Lauren LaBelle, MBA-HA, LCSW, is an experienced senior consultant at Premier Inc. since July 2022, with a strong background in healthcare management and social work. Prior roles at Centura Health included contract coordinator, director of shared services, manager, and supervisor of purchased services, where Lauren successfully managed multi-department teams, negotiated contracts, and led significant cost-saving initiatives. Earlier experience at the Philadelphia Veterans Affairs Medical Center encompassed roles such as program coordinator and licensed clinical social worker, focusing on outpatient mental health services, crisis intervention, and patient care improvements. Educational credentials include an MBA in Health Care Administration and a Master of Social Work from West Chester University, complemented by a Bachelor's degree from The Pennsylvania State University.