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Lia Christiansen
Chief administrative officer
Valleywise Health
Background: Christiansen leads human resources, IT, strategy, marketing, facilities, construction and other support departments. Christiansen serves on the Central Arizona Shelter Services board, and the Arizona Hospital Association’s APP board. She is a mentor to business students and fosters with the Humane Society.
Key to success: “My success comes from communicating what is important, taking time to build relationships and expectations, and showing respect for people at all levels. Health care is 24/7 and complex, and I strive to take a ‘we got this’ attitude, instilling confidence in others. I’ve also benefited from incredible mentors throughout my career.”
Source of pride: “I’m extremely proud of opening Valleywise Health’s new 673,000 square foot, 10 story acute care hospital. We broke ground on this complex project just as the pandemic started which created labor and supply chain challenges. Today, we have an incredible state-of-the-art facility to serve our community for generations to come.”
Surprising fact: “I describe myself as a bookworm and aspiring athlete. I recently began mountain biking, pickleball and golf. My husband and I did all three in one day, which I now refer to as the Arizona trifecta. I also wakeboard once a summer just to show my kids I can still do it.”
