VP Geisinger Ventures

Job SummaryReporting to the Chief Medical Officer Strategy & Growth and working in close partnership with the Chief Strategy Officer, the VP of Digital Transformation, and other key stakeholders, this role will lead the next generation of Geisinger Ventures to deliver high-impact innovation through strategic partnerships and commercialization that solve Geisinger’s most pressing challenges first, ultimately building national reputation through consistent execution and scalable outcomes and sustained revenue. The VP will establish the operating model, govern the portfolio, set partnership standards, and drive measurable value to the health system while creating pathways for external commercialization. The VP also oversees Geisinger’s economic development strategy, including managing the AVP of Economic Development, with a focus on catalyzing regional growth, attracting employer investment, and aligning system capabilities to economic vitality across the service area.Job DutiesStrategy & Portfolio Leadership:Establishes GIV annual strategy and priorities aligned with enterprise goals and clinical/operational needsIdentifies and executes high-value partnerships while emphasizing Geisinger capabilities. Promotes Geisinger IP to external markets and networks across the globe Leads partnership structuring, contracting and execution. Serve as SME ensuring all deals are properly structuredBuilds and maintains a pipeline tracking system for venture and partnership opportunities that advance due diligenceManages portfolio of 2-5 high value strategic partnerships annually with clear metrics for system impact. Responsible for portfolio performance, staffing and process optimizationEstablishes governance framework including stage-gates, investment criteria, and decision-making processes. Partnership Development & Commercialization:Establishes VC networks Responsible for the identification, evaluation and structure of strategic partnerships with external companies, startups and industry leaders. Negotiates partnership agreements including co-development terms, licensing arrangements, revenue sharing and commercialization rightsEnsures partnerships align with Geisinger’s priorities and demonstrate clear pathways to system adoption Develops reusable partnership templates and playbooks to increase efficiency and consistencyLeads opportunities from concept through internal validation and external commercializationEconomic Development:Develops and implements economic development strategies aligned with Geisinger’s mission, with a focus on community health, workforce vitality, and place-based equity.Manages the AVP of Economic Development, and coordinate cross-functional input from Marketing, Government Affairs, HR, and regional operations.Identifies and activates strategic opportunities for employer growth, business relocation, and investment within the Geisinger service area.Partners with regional planning bodies, chambers of commerce, EDOs, and private/public stakeholders to expand job creation, infrastructure development, and local economic activity.Pursues grant and funding opportunities to support economic resilience and inclusive growth.Supports system growth by aligning economic development initiatives with Geisinger’s clinical enterprise and health plan—especially in geographies tied to new employer expansion or service line opportunity.Partners with government affairs to shape state and federal policy incentives that strengthen Geisinger’s role in health-centered regional development.Develops investment narratives (e.g., “health-enabled industrial corridor”) and lead storytelling efforts that quantify Geisinger’s contribution to regional prosperity and economic competitiveness.Ensures economic development strategy is integrated into Geisinger’s broader commercialization and innovation posture, positioning the system as a catalyst for community and industry advancement.System Integration & Value Realization:Collaborates with IT, innovation clinical, operational and business leaders to ensure technology transfer success In partnership with stakeholders, identify a clear system-fit requirements including Epic integration pathways, security standards, and support modelsDrives measurable improvements in clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, or financial performanceTracks and reports on partnership ROI, internal adoption rates, and realized value to the organizationBuilds relationships with internal stakeholders to identify innovation opportunities aligned with strategic challengesTeam & Operations:Builds and leads the GIV team and Economic Development teamsManages operating budget and oversee deployment of investable capital according to established guidelinesEstablishes operating cadence, review processes, and reporting mechanismsCreates a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship and measured risk-takingExternal Presence & Reputation:Serves as external face of Geisinger Ventures in the national investor ecosystemDevelops strategic relationships with venture capital firms, startups, technology partners and industry organizationsBuilds Geisinger’s reputation as a partner of choice for healthcare ventures and innovation Participates in industry events, speaking engagements and thought leadership to strengthen pipelineWork is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.Position DetailsAdditional Qualifications:Deep expertise in enterprise go-to-market strategy with measurable growth achievements (100%+ YoY growth demonstrated)Demonstrated success building healthcare verticals within major technology platforms or launching category-defining healthcare solutionsStrong understanding of healthcare compliance requirements (HIPAA, HITRUST, GDPR) and experience establishing partnerships with major EHR vendors and health systemsProven ability to structure complex partnerships including licensing, co-development, and revenue-sharing arrangementsSystem Integration & Value Realization:Experience working within or closely with health systems understanding clinical workflows, operational constraints and adoption dynamicsExecutive presence with ability to engage clinicians, operators and C-suite leadersStrong analytical and financial acumen with ability to translate complex information into actionable insightsFamiliarity with AI/ML applications in healthcare and digital health innovation ecosystemsEntrepreneurial mindset with ability to build new functions and operate in ambiguous environmentsKey Success Metrics:Number and quality of opportunities sourced that advance due diligenceMeasurable return on investmentNumber of deals closedQuality and stability of market landscape reportsResponsiveness and value of research insights provided to internal stakeholdersEffectiveness in managing and updating pipeline tracking systemsNumber of meaningful inventions disclosed and patents filed to strengthen innovation output and IP portfolioIncrease in internal adoption of IP-backed custom products and solutionsLicensing income and/or license revenue to demonstrate IP value and financial impactStrategic return on investment for your partner program initiatives, including internal budgets, incentives Community economic impact of new ventures (jobs, capital, or business growth in Geisinger footprint)Number of employers activated in growth corridors tied to GHP/clinical/COE offeringsPublic/private co-investment leveraged via regional economic development partnershipsEducationBachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study (Required), Master's Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred)ExperienceMinimum of 15 years-Venture Capital, healthcare technology, life science, or health system innovation with proven track record scaling organizations and launching new market categories (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.