Robert Sundelius

About


Global Board Advisor | Speaker | C-Suite | Passionately Curious | Thought Leader | Pioneering Health Ecosystems


Robert is a Board Certified Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE). His passion is shaping the future of health by championing ecosystems that transcend legacy medical care constructs. With over two decades of experience driving innovation, he has led operational strategies for a $1.2 billion portfolio as COO within Ascension Health, achieving 20% year-over-year growth and guiding market transformation.As Chair of the Advisory Boards for FriendsLearn and TAMP Inc., Robert advances cutting-edge initiatives like AI-driven digital vaccines with Carnegie Mellon University and empowers thousands of medical professionals through digital upskilling. His collaborations with global technology firms and Ministries of Health exemplify his ability to integrate policy, technology, and care into impactful solutions.A published thought leader and dynamic speaker, Robert’s writing on healthcare transformation has been featured at the World Economic Forum and in leading global publications. His upcoming book, Toward Human Flourishing (2025), envisions a sustainable ecosystem for the Care of Health—one that keeps people from becoming patients and empowers individuals and communities worldwide.In addition to his leadership roles, Robert provides board development and strategic consulting services to companies, helping innovators achieve product launch and scale.

Impact and Leadership


  • Chair, Board of Advisors: FriendsLearn (AI-driven digital vaccines, 2022 IFC & FT Transformation Business Global Deeptech Award Winner)

  • Chair, Board of Advisors: TAMP Inc. (global physician upskilling)

  • Board Advisor: RKTech / Rikkeisoft (ASEAN's largest private tech company)

  • Former COO, Ascension Medical Group (MI Market)

  • Led $1.2B portfolio to 20% YoY growth

  • COVID-19 response co-leader for 16 hospitals, 26,000 team members

Expertise


  • Healthcare Ecosystem Transformation

  • Digital Health Innovation

  • Strategic Leadership & Governance

  • Global Health Initiatives

  • Early Stage, Middle-Market, National, and Global Experience

Featured Writing


Coming Q2 2025: "Toward Human Flourishing" - Roadmap for creating a sustainable health ecosystem

My Approach


  • Human First | AI Resourced

  • Empower through technology and education

  • Foster cross-sector collaboration

  • Embrace change as innovation catalyst

  • Prioritize human-centered healthcare design

How I add Value


Let's Collaborate on:

  • C-Suite interim leadership

  • Speaking: health ecosystems, digital innovation, human flourishing

  • Podcast and panel discussions

  • Board/Governance: Chair, advisory, creation, development, vision

  • Company Launch: go-to-market, strategy, partnerships, scale

Let's Connect!