Jeff Stratton appointed to Finance Committee

MEDIA RELEASE__Blanchard Valley Health System has announced its 2026 Board of Trustees updates following the Board's recent annual meeting. The updates include a new trustee, the re-election of several current members and new appointments to Board committees.

“The Board of Trustees represents a valuable resource for Blanchard Valley Health System,” said Myron D. Lewis, MSW, MBA, FACHE, president and chief executive officer. “Their leadership and expertise help guide our organization as we work to provide the highest quality care for our patients and pursue our primary mission: ‘Caring For a Lifetime.’”

Don Templin has joined the Board of Trustees for a three-year term. Don previously served as CFO of Voya Financial prior to his retirement and also served in senior-level positions, including CFO and President, at Marathon Petroleum.

Kim Stumpp, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Blanchard Valley Health Foundation, rejoins the BVHS Board of Trustees as an ex officio member. Kim is a recipient of the Hancock Leadership Alumni Association Distinguished Leadership Award and Outstanding Service to the Community Award, and was previously an owner and the Director of Client Relations and Marketing for Consortia Consulting.

Existing Board members Annette Edgington, Thomas Lause, and Donald Malarky have all been re-elected to three-year terms. Frank A. Cosiano, MD was re-elected to the Board on a one-year term.

Ginger Jones, who has served on the BVHS Board of Trustees since 2015, including roles as Chair and Vice Chair, has concluded her service to the Board, but will continue to serve on the Finance Committee. BVHS thanks Ginger for her many years of service as a Board member.

Renato Esteves, Senior Director of Operations at Whirlpool Corporation, has been appointed to the Quality Committee.

Jeff Stratton, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, has been appointed to the Finance Committee.

Blanchard Valley Health System is grateful for the service and input of all new and returning trustees.

To learn more about Blanchard Valley Health System and its connected care network, please visit bvhealthsystem.org.