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Chris Abbott

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Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative at Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative
📍 Hagerstown, Maryland, United States

Chris Abbott is the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative, leveraging 27 years of experience in medical device and GPO leadership. A graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he is described by colleagues as a disciplined, driven, and goal-oriented leader. His career is marked by consistently exceeding business objectives.

Based on his activities, Chris values teamwork and expressing gratitude, often publicly recognizing the contributions of his colleagues. His background as a U. S. Navy officer suggests a foundation of discipline and a commitment to service that has carried through into his professional life, where he is seen as a great motivator.

Unique fact: Chris began his leadership career serving as a commissioned Nuclear Submarine Officer in the U. S. Navy.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative
Job Level
Senior
Location
Hagerstown, Maryland, United States
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Strategic Partnerships
His current role as VP is dedicated to building and leading strategic partnerships within the healthcare purchasing sector.
GPO Strategy
He has extensive experience in GPO business development and currently works for a major health purchasing collaborative, focusing on creating value for members.
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Career

Work history

1-2021
Vice President, Strategic Partnerships at Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative
Vanderbilt Health Purchasing Collaborative
9-2017 - 1-2021
IDN Strategic Account Manager at Mindray
Mindray North America
4-2015 - 9-2017
Mid-Atlantic Regional Vice President - Olympus Surgical ENT Division
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
4-2014 - 3-2015
Virginia Regional Vice President - Olympus Surgical
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
10-2012 - 3-2014
Chesapeake Regional Vice President, Olympus Surgical
Olympus Corporation of the Americas
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Education
1984 - 1988
Bachelor of Science
United States Naval Academy
2016 - 2018
Master of Business Administration - MBA
University of Maryland Global Campus
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