AdventHealth names David Banks its new president, CEO

AdventHealth has announced the appointment of David Banks as its next president and CEO. Banks will take over for Terry Shaw, who announced his retirement in December.

"It is an incredible honor to be asked to lead AdventHealth," Banks said. "Our culture supports and develops one another, and I wouldn’t be here without the support of many along the way, including the visionary leadership of Terry Shaw. To help those we serve feel whole is a calling. As we continue our journey to become the preeminent, faith-based, consumer-focused clinical care company we envision, it's a privilege to answer the call, and I look forward to what we will accomplish together."

Banks will assume leadership responsibilities of the faith-based health care system — which includes 55 hospitals, more than 2,000 care sites and 100,000 employees — effective immediately.

The organization's new leader started his journey with AdventHealth more than thirty years ago. He most recently served as group CEO for the Primary Health Division and Multi-State Division, which oversaw 22 campuses across eight states and three regional partnerships. 

Additionally, for the past eight years, Banks served as AdventHealth's chief strategy officer, providing oversight of the development and ongoing execution of the organization’s 10-year business plan. Banks also earned a master's degree in nonprofit administration from the University of Maryland and a bachelor's degree from Pacific Union College.

"David's unwavering dedication to and passion for AdventHealth's mission will provide strength and stability for the continued growth and prosperity of AdventHealth," said AdventHealth Board Chair Gary Thurber. "AdventHealth is blessed with a deep pool of talented leaders due to its deliberate succession planning and leadership development. David's proven ability to drive innovation, transformation and operational excellence will serve AdventHealth well at this pivotal time."