Robert C. Garrett is the CEO of Hackensack Meridian Health, New Jersey's largest and most comprehensive health network. With 18 hospitals, over 500 patient care locations, 37,000 team members, and 7,000+ physicians, Hackensack Meridian Health is dedicated to transforming health care in the community.Under Mr. Garrett's leadership, Hackensack Meridian Health has made significant strides in medical education, behavioral health care, cancer care, innovation, and advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He established the first private medical school in New Jersey in decades and launched the Center for Discovery and Innovation, playing a critical role in the COVID-19 pandemic response.Mr. Garrett has also taken the main stage at prominent events such as POLITICO’s 2024 Health Care Summit, where he called for a "Mental Health Moonshot" to improve behavioral healthcare nationwide. At HIMSS2024, he delivered a keynote on the impact of AI in healthcare, emphasizing the importance of AI in advancing medical treatments and patient care.The network's achievements have been recognized nationwide, including ranking No. 1 in the nation on the Fair360 2024 Top Hospitals and Healthcare Systems list for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and being the first to receive the Joint Commission’s certification in sustainability and healthcare equity.In addition to his role at Hackensack Meridian Health, Mr. Garrett serves as Chair of the World Economic Forum's Health and Healthcare Governor's Community, where he helps define the industry agenda and drive change to improve healthcare access, outcomes, and efficiency globally.Mr. Garrett's leadership and strategic vision have been acknowledged with numerous accolades, including being ranked 40th in Modern Healthcare’s 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare in 2023 and No. 1 in New Jersey in ROI Healthcare Influencers List 2024.