Brian Barnes

Co-Founder and CEO, Ketiv Analytics

Brian Barnes is a seasoned technology executive known for spearheading digital business transformation and enhancing IT core operations. With a focus on introducing innovative technology solutions, optimizing business processes, and achieving cost efficiencies, he excels in driving revenue growth and fostering organizational change. Barnes emphasizes fostering relationships, understanding consumer needs, and ensuring alignment between business and IT strategies. His expertise extends to enhancing security measures, strategic planning, and effective governance to streamline operations.

Currently serving as the CEO of Ketiv Analytics, Barnes oversees the application of Artificial Intelligence, quantitative algorithms, predictive modeling, and workflow automation in equity trading strategies. His prior role as the CIO at BrightSpring + PharMerica involved leading a large enterprise catering to various healthcare services. With a background in positions like CInO, VP of Strategic Technology Programs, and VP of Growth and Innovation at Tenet Healthcare, Barnes has a wealth of experience in driving technological advancements and business growth.

Key accomplishments in Brian Barnes' career include developing a groundbreaking equity trading platform, navigating successful IT department mergers, transitioning healthcare services to electronic records, and implementing digital consumer engagement ecosystems to boost patient volume and revenue. His educational background encompasses Ph.D. studies in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology and a Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering from the University of Louisville.

Throughout his career, Barnes has held pivotal roles in renowned organizations like BrightSpring Health Services + PharMerica, Tenet Healthcare, Healthways, and Equifax. His leadership roles span from Chief Information Officer to Senior Vice President, showcasing his extensive experience in strategic technology planning, solution development, and engineering across various industries.