Henry Ford Health Names Riney Permanent CEO
(September 8, 2022 11:51 AM) The Board of Directors of Henry Ford Health announced today it has named former system Chief Operating Officer Robert G. Riney as President and CEO. Riney had been serving in the role in an interim capacity following the departure of Wright Lassiter, III, in August. A graduate of Wayne State University, Riney joined Henry Ford Health in 1978 and has since worked in almost every operating unit in the organization. In addition to serving as Chief Operating Officer since 2003, Riney has held numerous other leadership positions at Henry Ford over the past 20 years, including President, Healthcare Operations; SVP and Chief Administrative Officer; SVP and Chief Human Resources Officer; and VP of Organizational Design and Effectiveness. “Henry Ford is home,” said Riney. “Home to incredible innovation, cutting-edge science, and an unwavering commitment to our colleagues and to the communities we serve. It’s a place where, despite even the most daunting of challenges, making the impossible possible happens every day. I am energized and excited to lead this special organization. I look forward to Team Henry Ford continuing to innovate, excel and grow in serving our patients, members, communities and each other.” System board chair…

