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!