{"id":5763,"date":"2024-09-03T09:43:56","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T13:43:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.spcollege.edu\/president\/?p=5763"},"modified":"2024-11-19T13:23:53","modified_gmt":"2024-11-19T18:23:53","slug":"how-to-push-past-discomfort-to-achieve-change","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.spcollege.edu\/president\/2024\/09\/03\/how-to-push-past-discomfort-to-achieve-change\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Push Past Discomfort to Achieve Change"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Today, President Tonjua Williams<\/a> sits down with Ryan Quattlebaum, President and CEO of AdventHealth – North Pinellas, to explore his remarkable journey from dishwasher to healthcare leader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Ryan recounts his evolution from early career challenges to his current role, he sheds light on the steadfast commitment of AdventHealth’s team to upholding exceptional care standards. They delve into the difficulties faced during COVID-19 and the strategies AdventHealth has developed to prepare for future health crises. Ryan also shares some stories of giving back to the community with engagements and vital partnerships that make a lasting impact, especially for the children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ryan has a bachelor\u2019s degree in finance from La Sierra University and is actively pursuing a master\u2019s degree in business administration from the Hough Graduate School of Business at the University of Florida.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cStanding in the gap \u2014 The employees of AdventHealth helped those children find beds. They donated the beds, and they cleaned the spots. It’s more than just giving a check. It’s giving your time,” said Dr. Tonjua Williams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join the conversation as they exchange insights on how technology acts as a catalyst for enhancing patient care and the difference between will and skill in leadership. Tune in and uncover how Ryan Quattlebaum\u2019s leadership and vision continue to bridge gaps and drive positive change in healthcare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI tell our new hire orientation [that] not everything you do comes in the way of an email from your boss \u2014 It comes in those opportunities that you see presented where you can truly make an impact and make a difference in people’s lives,” said Ryan Quattlebaum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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