Leadership

Michael Towle joined the leadership team of The University of Vermont Health Network Home Health & Hospice in July 2021 as their Vice President of Finance & Strategy. Prior to joining the Home Health & Hospice team Michael worked for The University of Vermont Medical Center for 8 years and held numerous roles including Network Business Director of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine & Radiology over the entire UVM Health Network, Medical Group Director of Pathology, Interim Medical Group Director of Radiology and Interim Medical Group Finance Director of Surgery. Michael holds a BS in Accounting from Plattsburgh State University and an MBA from Clarkson University. He holds the designation of Fellow of American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), and Fellow of Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA). Michael currently serves as the Treasurer and Board Member of Northern New England Association of Healthcare Executives (NNEAHE) Chapter of ACHE, and as an audit committee member at New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU). Previous to joining the UVM Health Network in 2013, Michael held a variety of finance roles including VP of Finance & Revenue Cycle at Alice Hyde Medical Center and Controller at Tarbell Management Group, LLC. A major accomplishment in Michael’s career is graduating from GE’s Financial Management Leadership Program.

Courtney has worked to improve access to necessary healthcare and supportive services for various populations.  Courtney joined Dartmouth Health’s Office of Government Relations in 2018.  Courtney advocates for Dartmouth Health’s providers, patients, and communities in state and federal legislative and executive arenas.

Courtney is an active member in her community.  Currently, she is serving as the founding Chair, working with a diverse and skilled Board, to establish a residential treatment to pregnant and parenting women seeking recovery from substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health challenges with their children in NH – Families Flourish Northeast.  She also serves on the NH Humanities Board of Directors.

Courtney attended Saint Anselm College and obtained a bachelors in classics and in business administration.  Following, Courtney earned her a dual degree in law (JD) and social work (MSW) at UNH School of Law and College of Health and Human Services.  She lives in Bedford with her husband, two young daughters, and energetic collie.

Michael Peterson, FACHE, joined Androscoggin Valley Hospital (AVH) in late 2015 as President & CEO.

A healthcare professional with 25 years of leadership experience in all aspects of hospital and health systems administration, he is responsible for all functions of the hospital and its specialty physician practices.

Prior to AVH, Mike served in numerous leadership positions within Eastern Maine Healthcare Systems (now Northern Light Health).

Mike earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Maine at Orono, and a Master of Science in Business with a focus in Healthcare Administration from Husson College. He has been a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives since 2007.

Mike was the recipient of the New Hampshire Business Review 2018 Leadership Excellence award for the category of Healthcare, and was recognized by the same publication as one of the Top 200 Most Influential Business Leaders in New Hampshire for 2020 and 2022, and was recognized by the American Hospital Association as the “Grassroots Champion” for the State of New Hampshire in 2022.

Anne Tyrol currently serves as the CNO and Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services at Dartmouth Health’s Cheshire Medical Center. A Fellow of the American College of Healthcare executives, she also holds specialty certifications in emergency nursing and executive nurse practice. Anne has over 15 years of nursing leadership experience in New Hampshire Hospitals and is an active member of the Board for the Organization of Nurse Leaders serving nurse leaders in NH, VT, MA, CT and RI. She is also a board member for the Crisis Center of Central New Hampshire.

Anne holds dual Masters degrees in nursing and health care administration from St. Joseph’s College of Maine and has a passion for mentoring and growing future leaders. She enjoys spending time hiking, skiing and traveling with her two boys.

Jennifer Goodrich is the Vice President of Finance for Northern Light CA Dean, Mayo, and Sebasticook Valley Hospitals as well as the Northern Light Health Medical Group. She is also the Vice President of Practice Operations for Northern Light CA Dean and Mayo Hospitals. Jennifer began her 20 year tenure at Northern Light Health in finance and progressively added operational leadership responsibilities. Jennifer earned her Masters degree in Business Administration from Thomas College. She also holds the Fellowship designation with the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) and with the American College of Medical Practice Executives (FACMPE). Jennifer is the current Maine Regent and resides in Monson with her daughter where she enjoys sharing her finance knowledge with local nonprofit organization boards and gardening.

Sidi is the President and CEO of Catholic Healthcare Trust (f/k/a Catholic Medical Center). He was appointed to this role following the hospital acquisition transaction in 2025. Sidi’s healthcare career spans nearly 20 years. He’s held several executive leadership roles over the years including COO at Catholic Medical Center and Southern New Hampshire Health. Sidi is a seasoned healthcare executive with deep expertise in operations, strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and integration. He has a proven track record for driving sustainable growth while enhancing access to care and quality for patients.

Jane joined the Concord Hospital Health System in February 2024 as the Director, PostAcute Services. In this role Jane assists with the continued development and growth of the Skilled and Restorative Care Program at Concord Hospital-Franklin. She also assists in the development and implementation of a post-acute network in support of patient care, access, flow and value-based care.

Jane has over 25 years of experience in skilled nursing and post-acute services. Her health care career began as a Director of Admissions in a skilled nursing/long-term care facility in CT. After moving to NH, she worked as a Director of Admissions and Social Services in a skilled nursing/long-term care facility, and realized that she wanted to learn more about operations as well as different levels of post-acute care. She joined Genesis HealthCare and for over 20 years held various roles, including Administrator-in-Training, Director of Community Relations for assisted living and independent living communities, and Regional Director of Business Development for the Vermont and New Hampshire markets.

Jane holds a Bachelor of Arts from Saint Michael’s College in Vermont and a Master of Health Administration from Western Connecticut State University. She is licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in New Hampshire, a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and recently earned her certification as a Certified Dementia Practitioner.

Dr. Tiffany A. Love, is an award-winning board-certified healthcare executive, former Regent, and Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) with over 26 years of healthcare experience. Love is recognized nationally and internationally as a leader in the advancement of women and diverse healthcare executives. She is Chairwoman of the Board of Directors for the Healthcare Diversity Council and serves as a national Key Note Speaker and faculty for many prestigious organizations. She serves as coordinator, nurse planner & guest faculty for the Harvard Medical School CME on Career Advancement Leadership Skills for Women in Healthcare and faculty, judge, & pitch coach for the Writing, Publishing, and Social Media for Healthcare Executives. Dr. Love also serves as a consultant providing executive consultation to many national organizations including Academy Health Delivery System Science Fellowship Advisory Committee, the National Institute of Health Center for Translation Research and Implementation Science and the Executive Diversity Career Navigator. With a passion for creating inclusive environments for healthcare researchers, executives, and the healthcare workforce, Dr. Love has truly dedicated her career to promote, protect and advance health equity and an inclusive environment for all.

Matthew Marston, PharmD, FACHE, MBA, BCPS
VP – Chief Pharmacy Officer
Northern Light Health
Brewer, ME

Matthew Marston joined Northern Light Health in 2012 and currently serves as the Vice President & Chief Pharmacy Officer overseeing inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services across the State of Maine. Prior to his time as Chief Pharmacy Officer he has worked as an inpatient clinical pharmacist, a clinical specialist in oncology and palliative care, Manager of specialty pharmacy, the Director of Northern Light Pharmacy, and then as the Associate Vice President for pharmacy overseeing 340b program compliance, pharmacy supply chain, and outpatient pharmacy services.

Matthew completed his Doctor of Pharmacy degree at Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health-Sciences in Boston, Massachusetts and his Master’s in Business Administration at Husson University in Bangor, Maine. He completed a PGY1 Residency at Northern Light – Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine, has obtained Board of Pharmacy Specialty Certifications in Pharmacotherapy and Oncology Pharmacy, and earned his Fellowship designation (FACHE) with the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Matthew currently serves on the Board of Directors for Maine Society of Health-System Pharmacists as well as with New England Life Care. He is a Maine native who grew up in Boothbay that enjoys spending his time with his wife and son enjoying the Maine outdoors.

Stephen Merz, FACHE, is Chief Operating Officer, Sheppard Pratt Solutions, a division of Sheppard Pratt, one of the largest behavioral healthcare organizations in the nation. Stephen’s career spans nearly 30 years including roles as Interim President and CEO and Executive Vice President, Operations at Diamond Healthcare, President/CEO of Maine Behavioral Healthcare, and as Vice President & Executive Director of Behavioral Health at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Stephen’s work focuses on integrating behavioral health care into the overall healthcare system, including establishing alternatives to acute care settings, developing novel approaches for chronic conditions such as depression and ensuring behavioral healthcare services are financially strong.

Stephen has served on national and regional boards, including the National Association of Behavioral Healthcare, chair of the Behavioral Healthcare Councils of the Maine and Connecticut Hospital Associations, and as ACHE Regent for Connecticut and Chapter President for the Connecticut Association of Healthcare Executives. Stephen holds a master’s degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan School of Public Health, a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Kimberly Patnaude has dedicated her career to strengthening healthcare organizations and improving the communities they serve. With more than 37 years in healthcare finance, she brings a deep understanding of how sound financial strategy can support compassionate, high-quality care. Today, as Chief Financial Officer at UVM Health – Central Vermont Medical Center, Kimberly leads efforts that have transformed the hospital’s financial health, turning significant losses into sustainable gains.

Her journey began in Vermont and has taken her through leadership roles in Louisiana and back home again, where she continues to champion collaboration, innovation, and fiscal responsibility. Kimberly holds a Master’s in Health Administration and is a proud Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. Beyond her professional work, she serves on local boards and finance committees, lending her expertise to initiatives that strengthen housing, wellness, and community support.

Kimberly believes that healthcare finance isn’t just about numbers—it’s about creating stability so patients and providers can thrive.

Debbie Robinson, MS, FACHE, is the Director of Patient Experience at New Hampshire Hospital in Concord, NH, where she also serves as the Equity Officer and Communication Access Coordinator. With a diverse career in healthcare administration, Debbie has held key roles, including Director of the NH Hospital Rehabilitation Department, Administrator of the Secure Psychiatric Unit at the NH Department of Corrections, and Director of Philbrook Adult Transitional Housing. She was honored with the 2023 Systems Transformation Leader award from the National Alliance on Mental Illness New Hampshire.

Her career is rooted in direct service in inpatient psychiatry, as well as hosting and presenting at regional and national educational events across the US and Canada. Debbie holds degrees from the University of Florida and the University of New Hampshire and expanded her leadership expertise through the 2012 cohort of the ACHE Executive Program and the Leadership New Hampshire class of 2023.

In addition to her professional work, Debbie is actively involved in her community, serving on the Boards of the American Red Cross of Northern New Hampshire and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention NH Chapter. She is also the Public Member and Chair of the Mental Health Practice Board for New Hampshire. A Past President and Distinguished Fellow of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association, Debbie is a Certified Public Manager and a member of P.E.O. International and Toastmasters International.

Outside of work, Debbie lives in the lakes region with her husband, where she enjoys spending time on the water, crafting and reading.