Angela Hinnegan, CPA, MHL, FACHE Chief Executive Officer A MESSAGE FROM THE CEO Hello, Central Kenai Peninsula community It’s an honor to introduce myself as the new CEO of Central Peninsula Hospital—though in many ways, stepping into this role feels like returning to familiar ground. I was raised here in the Central Kenai Peninsula and am a proud graduate of the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District. My connection to this community has been shaped over a lifetime, and it continues to inspire my work every day. My professional journey in health care began right here at CPH, where I spent 15 years in the finance department, from 2002 to 2017. Those years gave me a strong foundation in how our health care system works and helped me grow a deep appreciation for the people who make this organization what it is. Because of that history, I’m able to begin this role focused on strategy and our future direction, rather than spending years learning the organization—momentum that is especially important as health care in the U.S. faces increasing legislative and financial challenges. Before returning to CPH as CFO in August, I served as chief operating officer and chief financial officer at South Peninsula Hospital and also held leadership roles at Virginia Mason Medical Center in Seattle. Over the past 23 years, I’ve been fortunate to gain experience in health care finance, operations and executive leadership and to be recognized for a steady leadership style, strong financial stewardship and a deep care for both patients and staff. My core values—caring for people, integrity, collaboration, compassion, empathy and responsible stewardship—align closely with the CPH way: compassionate, personalized health care. That alignment is one of the many reasons I’m grateful to serve in this role. Central Peninsula Hospital has shaped me personally and professionally, and it is meaningful to now help guide its next chapter. Looking ahead, my focus is on providing the highest-quality care, expanding access to primary care and behavioral health, and ensuring long-term stability in an evolving health care landscape. With our population aging and local needs increasing, investing in care close to home and partnering with community stakeholders will be essential. Together, we can continue building a healthier future for the Kenai Peninsula. Thank you for welcoming me into this role. I look forward to listening, collaborating and serving. Photo by Ryan Saliga, MD 2 Central Peninsula Hospital
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