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David Banks

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President and CEO, AdventHealth at AdventHealth
📍 Orlando, Florida, United States

David Banks is the President and CEO of AdventHealth, a national health system he has been with for over three decades. His leadership is deeply influenced by his Masters from the University of Maryland and his early career as a psychiatric social worker, which grounds his strategic vision in whole-person care.

Outside of his executive role, David is an avid cyclist and often uses the sport as a metaphor for overcoming professional challenges. He is a reflective leader, drawing inspiration from sports psychology, team dynamics in the Olympics, and leadership authors to shape his management philosophy.

Unique fact: He began his professional life as a psychiatric social worker, a foundation that continues to inform his approach to healthcare leadership.

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Experience
31 Years
Current Role
President and CEO, AdventHealth
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Orlando, Florida, United States
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Priorities

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Whole-Person Care
A core philosophy he champions, stemming from his background as a psychiatric social worker and AdventHealth's faith-based mission.
Leadership Philosophy
Uses analogies from music and sports to describe his approach to leadership, emphasizing the importance of knowing when to compose versus conduct.
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Career

Work history

4-2025
President and CEO, AdventHealth
AdventHealth
10-2023 - 4-2025
Senior EVP & Group CEO, Primary Health Division & Multi-State Division / Chief Strategy Officer
AdventHealth
12-2022 - 9-2023
Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer/ President and CEO | Primary Health Division
AdventHealth
2-2020 - 12-2022
Senior Executive Vice President / Chief Strategy & Organizational Transformation Officer
AdventHealth
2016 - 2-2020
Executive Vice President / Chief Strategy Officer
AdventHealth
In the press

Media appearances

David Banks Named President/CEO for AdventHealth. Featured in Adventist Review
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AdventHealth CEO David Banks on winning despite headwinds – HIMSS 2026. Featured in Chief Healthcare Executive
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Education
1988 - 1990
Master's degree
University of Maryland
1982 - 1987
Bachelor's degree
Pacific Union College
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