Practical Strategies For Defining and Building True Partnerships with Cary Grace
What does it take to guide healthcare through evolving times? Tune in as Kerry Perez, host of Elevate Care, engages in a thoughtful and inspiring conversation with Cary Grace, CEO and President of AMN Healthcare.
Cary’s story offers a grounded perspective on what it means to lead through change. From her unique path in healthcare to the transformation of AMN Healthcare, you'll gain a better understanding of how the right balance of innovation and human connection can shape the industry. Together, Kerry and Cary discuss the vital role technology and people play in driving meaningful progress. At the heart of the conversation lies a powerful reminder of the importance of trust, integrity, and collaboration. Cary Grace shares her insights on building partnerships that can withstand challenges and create shared value—not just for organizations but for the communities they serve. Looking to the future, Cary reflects on how AMN Healthcare is preparing for what’s next. They explore emerging trends and discuss how we can approach these shifts with cautious optimism and a commitment to care. This episode extends an invitation to explore not just what’s possible for healthcare, but how, together, we can take meaningful steps toward a stronger, more connected future.
🎧 Key Topics Covered:
- How AMN Healthcare has evolved alongside Cary Grace’s leadership
- The role technology and human touch play in shaping better healthcare outcomes
- Essential principles for fostering strong partnerships
- Insights into future trends—and the work required to meet them effectively
- Why trust and care remain the bedrock of impactful healthcare leadership
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Cary Grace and AMN Healthcare
02:24 Cary Grace’s Journey in Healthcare
04:48 The Evolution of AMN Healthcare
07:37 Technology and People in Healthcare
10:15 Client Partnerships and Innovations
13:35 Defining True Partnerships
16:01 Trust and Integrity in Partnerships
18:50 Community Engagement and Impact
21:36 Future Aspirations for AMN Healthcare
24:00 Trends in Healthcare Staffing
27:18 Closing Thoughts and Reflections
This episode offers a balanced perspective on the challenges and opportunities ahead for the healthcare industry. 📢 Listen now and explore more about the show here: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/podcast... Learn more about Cary Grace: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/about/a... Learn more about our host, Kerry Perez: https://www.amnhealthcare.com/about/a...
About Kerry
Kerry Perez leads the design and development of enterprise strategy in addition to overseeing Marketing, Corporate Communications, and Creative Services. Ms. Perez joined AMN Healthcare in 2007 and has held various roles during her tenure, including recruitment, marketing, innovation, strategy, and M&A. She most recently served as the company’s Vice President of Enterprise Strategy. She also stood up AMN Healthcare's Diligence and Integration Management Office, which led the strategic and functional integration of new acquisitions to drive synergy. She was named among Staffing Industry Analyst’s Top 40 Under 40 in 2021, and she hosts the AMN Healthcare podcast, Elevate Care. Ms. Perez maintains the guiding principles of being customer obsessed, thinking big and delivering results. She has a passion for mentoring emerging leaders and building effective teams. Ms. Perez holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Economics and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of California at Santa Barbara. For more than four years, she has served on the board of Dallas-based nonprofit, CitySquare, which focuses on fighting the causes and effects of poverty. Connect with Kerry.