Brian de Francesca

Brian de Francesca is a seasoned healthcare executive and strategic advisor with over 30 years of international experience.1 He currently serves as a Senior Advisor at MAVEN L.L.C., a boutique healthcare advisory firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.1

Professional Background

Throughout his career, Brian has held several leadership positions in prominent healthcare organizations:

• Director of Operations at Al Jalila Foundation (2022-2023)
• Chief Operating Officer at Kuwait Hospital (2021-2022)
• Chief Executive Officer at Ver2 Digital Medicine (2013-2021)
• Executive Vice President at Althea (2009-2013)
• Chief Operating Officer at Johns Hopkins Medicine International (2007-2009)
• Deputy Director at Bangkok Dusit Medical Services Public Co Ltd (2006)
• Chief Executive Officer at Asia Bio Systems (1995-2005)1

Expertise and Focus

Brian specializes in:

• Healthcare operations
• Digitalization
• Strategy development
• Process optimization
• Cultural resilience
• International brand development
• Market communications

He has successfully led complex healthcare organizations across the United States, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, delivering results in turnarounds, new projects, organizational strengthening, digital transformations, and international collaborations with Academic Medical Centers.1

Education

Brian holds the following educational qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School
• MBA from Loyola University Maryland
• Fellowship in Executive Healthcare Leadership from The Advisory Board
• Certification for Corporate Board Directorship from the Institute of Directors (IoD)1

Current Role and Contributions

As a Senior Advisor at MAVEN L.L.C., Brian leverages his extensive experience to support clients in the dynamic healthcare landscape.1 He is known for his passion in elevating healthcare organizations from good to great and his expertise in harnessing the power of digitalization and connectivity to enhance healthcare outcomes.1

Brian is also a speaker at healthcare conferences, sharing his insights on topics such as "Transforming Healthcare: AI, Education, and Patient-Centered Reforms" at the International Family Medicine Conference.2