MIAMI, January 29, 2024 – The Health Foundation of South Florida, with a legacy of serving South Florida for more than 30 years and investing over $145 million to make our region healthier for all, is proud to announce the appointment of a dynamic and diverse group of new members to its Board. 

Committed to advancing health and well-being across South Florida, the new board members bring a wealth of expertise, leadership experience, and passion to guide the Foundation’s mission to improve the health of South Florida communities, with a focus on vulnerable, low-to-moderate-income populations.

“We welcome these exceptional leaders to our Board, confident that their professional expertise and unwavering commitment to the community will contribute significantly to steering and championing our mission to ensure that all South Floridians have equal opportunity for health and wellbeing,” said Loreen Chant, President and CEO of the Health Foundation of South Florida.

Meet the New Board Members

Alfred G. Battle Jr., Deputy Director for the Development Services Department in the City of Fort Lauderdale brings over ten years of experience in community redevelopment, economic development, housing and urban planning. He is a proven senior-level public service professional who has successfully led policy changes and projects benefiting underserved communities.                                                                                               

David J. Clark, Senior Vice President of Operations at Broward Health System, is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of safe, high-quality patient services across the hospital district. His expertise spans healthcare administration, major capital planning, growth strategy, and fiscal management. Clark is experienced in transformational leadership, cultural shifts, influencing decisions, and implementing change management.

Alexander M. Fernandez, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for VITAS Healthcare, the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, oversees the company’s finance, accounting, and investor relations functions. A member of Leadership Florida’s Cornerstone Class 40, Fernandez shapes the healthcare finance landscape with leadership, dedication, and a commitment to public service.

“I am honored to welcome three new board members to the Health Foundation of South Florida Board of Directors,” said Mike De Lucca, Foundation Board Chairman and President and CEO of Broward Regional Health Planning Council. “I am excited to see the talent, knowledge, and enthusiasm each will bring to the organization and the community. Congratulations to our newest board members on this exciting achievement!”

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About Health Foundation of South Florida:

The mission of Health Foundation of South Florida is to invest in and be a catalyst for collaborations and policy and systems changes that improve the health of South Florida communities, with a focus on vulnerable, low to moderate-income populations. The Foundation has been serving South Florida for over 30 years and has invested more than $145 million in nonprofits that provide programs and services in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe Counties. For more information, visit www.hfsf.org or follow us on LinkedIn.

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