Lauren Colling

Lauren Colling is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in finance and mergers and acquisitions within the healthcare sector. Currently serving as Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions at SSM Health since November 2020, Lauren has previously held significant roles at Ascension, including Chief of Staff for Finance and Director of Finance and Strategic Support. Early career positions include Manager of Corporate Development at Navvis Healthways and Regional Manager at BJC Medical Group, along with various internships that laid the foundation for a strong background in healthcare finance. Lauren holds an MBA in Finance and Strategy Consulting and a Master's in Health Administration from Washington University in St. Louis, as well as a BS in Business with a focus on Management and Entrepreneurship from Indiana University.