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Brendan Shanahan Appointed Chief Financial Officer of GoHealth, Bringing Decades of Leadership in Healthcare and Financial Strategy
CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GoHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: GOCO), a leading health insurance marketplace and Medicare-focused digital health company,
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[{"type":"text","content":"CHICAGO, Oct. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GoHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: GOCO), a leading health insurance marketplace and Medicare-focused digital health company, today announced the appointment of Brendan Shanahan as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective October 14, following a comprehensive search process. Mr. Shanahan, a seasoned executive with over 30 years of financial leadership experience and over 20 years of expertise in the Medicare Advantage space, will oversee GoHealth’s financial strategy and operations, contributing to the company’s profitable growth and innovation efforts. \"Brendan’s extensive expertise in financial strategy, M&A, operational leadership, and deep knowledge of the Medicare Advantage market makes him the ideal choice to lead GoHealth’s financial organization,\" said Vijay Kotte, CEO of GoHealth. \"His track record of driving financial performance, operational efficiency, and long-term value aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver outstanding results for shareholders.\" Mr. Shanahan, who was also a licensed insurance agent, will manage all financial aspects of GoHealth, including financial planning, analysis, reporting, investor relations, and capital structure optimization. Additionally, he will provide leadership in financial risk management, business analytics, budgeting, audit, and tax compliance, to ensure GoHealth achieves both its short- and long-term financial goals. Throughout his career, Mr. Shanahan has built high-performing finance teams, implemented systems to streamline financial operations, and played key roles in mergers and acquisitions. His leadership in financial strategy, including P&L oversight, cost containment, and capital management, has consistently delivered tangible results. Mr. Shanahan holds an MBA in Banking and Finance from Hofstra University and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Citadel. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) (inactive) and a Chartered Global Management Accountant. Mr. Shanahan expressed his excitement to join GoHealth, stating, “I’m thrilled to join GoHealth at such a pivotal time for the Medicare Advantage industry and the brokerage space. Having spent much of my career working to help individuals navigate their healthcare options, I am excited to continue that journey with GoHealth. The combination of GoHealth’s te...