Can healthcare remain compassionate in an age of private equity, Artificial Intelligence, and growing financial pressures?
In this part two episode, Chris Comeaux continues conversation with Lauren Kaufmann, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia and Stephen Maiden, Managing Director of Case Writing Research Group, to discuss the future of healthcare, hospice, private equity, artificial intelligence, ethical leadership, and organizational mission.
Drawing from their groundbreaking hospice case study, they explore why private equity has become one of the most controversial forces in healthcare, how AI is reshaping patient care and the workforce, and why measuring quality in hospice remains one of healthcare’s greatest challenges.
This conversation goes far beyond hospice. It tackles questions every healthcare executive, nonprofit leader, entrepreneur, and business professional should be asking:
✔ Can mission-driven organizations survive Growth?
✔ What causes mission drift?
✔ Is healthcare becoming too corporate?
✔ How should leaders balance profits and purpose?
✔ What role should AI play in human-centered industries?
✔ What does a “good death” actually mean?
Our Guest:
Lauren Kaufmann, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia
Stephen Maiden, Managing Director of Case Writing Research Group
Host:
Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS / author of The Anatomy of Leadership
👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, please like, subscribe, and share this episode with colleagues and friends who care about healthcare, leadership, ethics, and organizational excellence.
The Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.
https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership
Can healthcare remain compassionate in an age of private equity, Artificial Intelligence, and growing financial pressures?
In this part two episode, Chris Comeaux continues conversation with Lauren Kaufmann, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia and Stephen Maiden, Managing Director of Case Writing Research Group, to discuss the future of healthcare, hospice, private equity, artificial intelligence, ethical leadership, and organizational mission.
Drawing from their groundbreaking hospice case study, they explore why private equity has become one of the most controversial forces in healthcare, how AI is reshaping patient care and the workforce, and why measuring quality in hospice remains one of healthcare’s greatest challenges.
This conversation goes far beyond hospice. It tackles questions every healthcare executive, nonprofit leader, entrepreneur, and business professional should be asking:
✔ Can mission-driven organizations survive Growth?
✔ What causes mission drift?
✔ Is healthcare becoming too corporate?
✔ How should leaders balance profits and purpose?
✔ What role should AI play in human-centered industries?
✔ What does a “good death” actually mean?
Our Guest:
Lauren Kaufmann, Assistant Professor of Business Administration at the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia
Stephen Maiden, Managing Director of Case Writing Research Group
Host:
Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of TELEIOS / author of The Anatomy of Leadership
👍 If you enjoyed this conversation, please like, subscribe, and share this episode with colleagues and friends who care about healthcare, leadership, ethics, and organizational excellence.
The Anatomy of Leadership podcast explores the art and science of leadership through candid, insightful conversations with thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers from a variety of industries. Hosted by Chris Comeaux, each episode dives into the mindsets, habits, and strategies that empower leaders to thrive in complex, fast-changing environments. With topics ranging from organizational culture and emotional intelligence to navigating disruption and inspiring teams, the show blends real-world stories with practical takeaways. The goal is simple yet ambitious: to equip leaders at every level with the tools, perspectives, and inspiration they need to lead with vision, empathy, and impact.
https://www.teleioscn.org/anatomy-of-leadership