Congratulations to Ian Barrett, MBA, EdD, SPHR, CCP, chief human resources officer (CHRO) for Kaleida Health, who was named by Becker's Hospital Review as one of 99 hospital and health system CHROs and chief people officers to know for 2025.
With 30 years of human resources leadership experience, Dr. Barrett oversees the Kaleida Health team responsible for culture, talent management, labor relations and systemwide operations. In 2024 alone, Dr. Barrett led the hiring of 2,205 team members. He has also created a three-year leadership development roadmap, strengthened partnerships that enhance medical and prescriptions plans, and much more. He spearheaded major infrastructure improvements, including the launch of Infor CloudSuite and compensation reforms, while advancing benefits, multi-state employment support and new leave policies. Dr. Barrett was named a “Power 100 Leader of Color” by Buffalo Business First in both 2023 and 2024 for his championing of employee engagement, development and operational excellence at Kaleida Health.
For the full list, visit 99 hospital and health system CHROs and chief people officers to know | 2025 | Becker's