​Join the Jefferson Chamber Young Professionals for a delicious meal, education, & networking at Eats & Edu! Meet us at TANA Italian for food, fun, and an educational experience.

Our topic is "Power & Purpose: Leadership Through Community Engagement" and we will hear from Beth Walker, CEO of Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans. She will discuss her community involvement, how that has shaped her career, and how she is building a leadership culture at Ochsner.

This event is for young professionals in their 20s and 30s only!
Registration for this event will close on Monday, June 2nd at 12 PM.

MEET THE SPEAKER:

Beth Walker

CEO, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans

Walker has served as CEO of Ochsner Baptist since 2019. Her leadership was instrumental in maintaining a best-in-class patient experience, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, while fostering operational excellence and trust among her teams. Under her leadership, Ochsner Baptist earned numerous accolades, including continuous Leapfrog Grade A ratings, U.S. News & World Report’s #1 hospital in the state, Newsweek’s Best Maternity Hospital award and Birth Ready+ Designation.

“During her tenure at Ochsner Baptist, Beth consistently demonstrated operational excellence, built high-performance teams, and improved the hospital's standing – a testament to her leadership abilities and dedication to patients,” said Rob Wolterman, Chief Executive Officer for Ochsner South Shore Region. “We’re excited for her continued leadership with Ochsner Health.”

Walker began her healthcare career at Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans in 2002. Originally from Ohio, she moved to New Orleans that year to participate in Ochsner Health's administrative fellowship program. In 22 years at Ochsner, Walker has served in numerous positions, including the vice president of operations for women’s and children’s services; Chief Operating Officer of ambulatory clinics at Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans (2013); and CEO of Ochsner Baptist. Her strong community involvement, including service on several volunteer boards, illustrates her dedication to serving the people of New Orleans.