Brian Weldy

Brian Weldy is a former Vice President of Engineering and Facility Management at HCA Healthcare, where he worked for 26 years before retiring in 2023.4 He specialized in developing and implementing innovative solutions for healthcare facility infrastructure, building systems, and business operations.2

Weldy's career in healthcare facilities began in 1983 with the Veterans Administration health care system.1 He joined HCA Healthcare in 1997 and rose to an executive level, managing a portfolio of over 180 hospitals and 2,200 care sites with a $1B annual budget.2

At HCA, Weldy was responsible for:

1. Ensuring hospitals ran effectively through facility management optimization1
2. Developing internal applications like work order management systems and compliance platforms1
3. Implementing energy-saving initiatives and smart building technologies1

Weldy holds a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology.12 His approach to leadership emphasized vision, strategy, and empowering team members' unique talents.3