John Nguyen

As Chief Strategy Officer of SSM Health, John Nguyen is responsible for short- and long-term strategic positioning, which includes strategic planning, business development, new ventures, affiliations, major partnerships and ongoing transformation. He also oversees digital health, marketing and communications, advocacy and philanthropy across the four-state system.

Mr. Nguyen, who previously served as the health system’s Chief Marketing Officer, brings nearly 20 years of experience to the role. He first joined SSM Health in 2010 as Creative/Communications Manager and has held several progressive leadership roles since that time. Prior to SSM Heath, he worked for Catholic Charities, Missouri’s largest social service provider, where he oversaw strategy for multiple development, marketing and communications projects. At the Missionary Association, Mr. Nguyen developed national and international campaigns to support global humanitarian and pastoral efforts. Also, Mr. Nguyen has served as a marketing, communications and web consultant for a number of St. Louis regional and national companies, including Magellan Health Services, A.G. Edwards & Sons, and the Saint Louis Zoo. In 2005, he was honored by the Catholic Press Association for Individual Excellence.

Mr. Nguyen received bachelor's degrees in communications/journalism and English composition from Truman State University in Kirksville, Mo., and a Master of Business Administration from Webster University in St. Louis.