KFMC President and CEO, Sarah Irsik-Good, Elected to Civitas Networks for Health® 2026 Board of Directors
KFMC Health Improvement Partners is proud to announce that President and CEO, Sarah Irsik-Good, has been elected to the Civitas Networks for Health® (Civitas) 2026 Board of Directors.
Civitas is a national collaborative that brings together more than 160 member organizations across the United States, all dedicated to advancing health improvement through data sharing, collaboration, and innovation. As a member of the 2026 Board of Directors, Irsik-Good will play a key role in guiding the organization’s strategic direction and amplifying the collective voice of local implementers working to improve health outcomes nationwide.
Sarah’s election to the Civitas Board is a recognition of her leadership and commitment to advancing health improvement efforts. Her experience and vision will help strengthen the national dialogue around health equity, data-driven solutions, and community collaboration.
Civitas Networks for Health 2026 Board of Directors
The newly elected and re-elected members of the Civitas Board include:
- Jaime Bland, CEO, CyncHealth (re-elected)
- Ben Tyrrell, CEO, Big Sky Care Connect
- Kyle Russell, CEO, Virginia Health Information
- Sarah Irsik-Good, President and CEO, KFMC Health Improvement Partners
- Van Le, Program Manager, Louisiana Public Health Institute (PelEx) (non-voting, Emerging Leaders Council member)
They join returning members Marc Bennett, Dan Porreca, Craig Behm, Gabrielle Rude, Melissa Kotrys, Carmen Hughes, and Kristin Paulson, who continue their service on the Board.
About Civitas Networks for Health
Civitas Networks for Health is the largest national network of its kind, uniting health information exchanges, regional health improvement collaboratives, and other organizations committed to using data and partnerships to improve health for all. Through its members, Civitas works to advance health equity, strengthen community health initiatives, and promote innovation in health care delivery.
KFMC congratulates Sarak Irsik-Good on this well-deserved recognition and looks forward to the impact her leadership will bring to Civitas’ mission of improving health across the country.


