Health Catalyst has appointed Ben Albert as Chief Executive Officer and a member of its Board of Directors. The appointment accelerates a previously outlined leadership transition plan as Co-Founder Dan Burton steps down from the CEO role and Board to retire, while continuing with the company as a strategic advisor during the transition. Albert, who joined the company as President and Chief Operating Officer in September 2025, has more than 25 years of experience building healthcare organizations.
Since taking the COO role, he reviewed the company’s operational capabilities and reorganized leadership structures to sharpen priorities, streamline operations, and strengthen execution. Independent Board Chair Justin Spencer said the board believes Albert will guide the company forward, noting, “Following a comprehensive search process, we are confident Ben will provide the stability and operational depth needed to lead Health Catalyst in reaching for our full potential.”
Albert said he plans to focus on aligning resources with key business objectives and helping clients manage costs and improve care outcomes. “I am honored to lead Health Catalyst as its next CEO,” adding that the company will continue combining technology, data, and expertise to support healthcare providers and strengthen long-term performance. In conjunction with the transition, the company announced governance changes that will reduce the board to five directors ahead of the 2026 annual meeting, following the departures of several members, including Dawn Smith, Duncan Gallagher, and John Kane. Albert joined the company through its acquisition of Upfront Healthcare Services, where he served as Co-Founder and CEO.