Executive Sponsors
The Administrative Fellowship program is grateful for the dedicated support of leadership at the highest level of the organization allowing us to create the highest caliber fellowship in the country. These leaders are committed to the importance of fostering and supporting young leaders who will drive the profession forward. Their ongoing support enables the Administrative Fellowship and its related programs to continue in its goal of transforming healthcare by cultivating excellence, integrity and innovation in the next generation of healthcare leaders.
K. Kelly Hancock, DNP, RN, NE-BC, FAAN
Program Leadership
Steven Zerbini, MBA, MPH, FACHE
Program Director, Administrative Fellowship Program
Senior Director, Hospital Operations, Main Campus
Steven Zerbini serves as the Program Director for the Administrative Fellowship Program at Cleveland Clinic and is an alumnus of the program since 2018. He oversees all strategic and operational components of this executive training program and is grateful to give back to the program through this role.
Steven is the Senior Director of Hospital Operations for Cleveland Clinic Main Campus. As a member of the hospital Executive team, he partners to execute the hospital strategic plan while driving operational excellence. Cleveland Clinic Main Campus is a 173-acre campus comprised of ~1,300 beds and 88 operating rooms with the highest patient acuity in the nation.
Steven graduated from Wheaton College in Massachusetts with his Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry. Upon completion, he worked as an EMT in a Level 1 Trauma Center in Hartford, Connecticut. He also worked in the pharmaceutical industry as a regional sale representative before pursuing his dual Master of Business Administration and Master of Public Health (MBA/MPH) degrees from Boston University. During his graduate studies, he worked for Mass General Brigham (previously Partners Healthcare) in their corporate strategic operations management department. Since completing the Cleveland Clinic fellowship, he has led multiple physician practices including Colorectal Surgery, Urology and General Surgery before assuming his current role.
Corinne Rozier, MHA
Associate Program Director, Administrative Fellowship Program
Program Administrator, Hospital Care At Home
Corinne Rozier serves as the Associate Program Director for the Administrative Fellowship Program at Cleveland Clinic, Florida Market. She served as an administrative fellow from 2022-2023 and greatly enjoys her continued involvement with the program.
Corinne is the Program Administrator of Florida Region Medical Operations and the Enterprise Hospital Care At Home model at Cleveland Clinic, one of the largest & fastest growing virtual hospitals in the country. She leads virtual hospital operations, oversees the program’s strategy and performance, and supports growth and innovation in the care model. Corinne supported the launch and implementation efforts of Hospital Care At Home in Florida while completing her administrative fellowship, shortly after receiving her Master of Health Administration from Cornell University in 2022. Post fellowship, Corinne worked initially as the Program Manager for Hospital Care At Home.
Clara Ortega, MHA
Associate Program Director, Administrative Fellowship Program
Director, Cardiovascular Medicine
Clara Ortega is a Director in Cardiovascular Medicine within the Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute, supporting the daily operations, financial performance, and strategy for Heart Failure & Transplant, Preventive Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, and Vascular Medicine practices. Previously, she served as the Assistant Administrator for General Surgery within the Digestive Disease Institute, working on projects such as Robotic Surgery Strategy, Physician Productivity, Operating Room Utilization, and Patient Access Optimization.
Clara completed the Cleveland Clinic Administrative Fellowship Program in 2024. Passionate about giving back to a program that played a pivotal role in her professional development, she has since returned as an Associate Program Director. In this role, she enjoys mentoring and supporting the next wave of healthcare leaders. Clara earned her Bachelor's in Healthcare Management & Policy from Georgetown University, and her Master of Healthcare Administration from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. In her free time, Clara enjoys exploring the Cleveland food scene, trying new workout classes, travelling, and spending time with friends.
Shivang Patel, MHA
Associate Program Director, Administrative Fellowship Program
Program Manager, Primary Care Institute
Shivang Patel serves as Program Manager for the Primary Care Institute at Cleveland Clinic. He oversees daily operations, financial performance, strategic growth, and business development for the Concierge Medicine and Executive Health programs.
Shivang also serves as an Associate Director of the Administrative Fellowship Program at Cleveland Clinic. He completed the Administrative Fellowship in 2024 and has remained connected to the program ever since. Having seen firsthand the impact the fellowship had on his own development, he values the opportunity to give back in this role.
Shivang earned his Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of Louisville and went on to pursue his Master's of Healthcare Administration from the University of Kentucky. Outside of work, Shivang serves as the President of the Steven Vanover Foundation.Executive Mentors
Executive mentors are senior leaders of the Cleveland Clinic who are passionate about the development and success of emerging healthcare leaders. With their extensive experience, they offer valuable insights in navigating the complexities of healthcare administration with decision-making, organizational dynamics, and industry trends. They also cultivate fellow’s career development by providing personalized strategic advice and facilitate introductions with key stakeholders and other professionals.
Gabriel (Gabe) Brooks, MBA
Executive Director of Operations, Indian River Hospital
Meredith Foxx, MSN, MBA, NEA-BC
Senior Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer
Bridget Gorman, MBA
Executive Director Hospital Operations, Main Campus Submarket
Alex Greenwood, MBA
Executive Director of Operations, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
Renee Kolonick, MHA
Vice President, Ambulatory Operations for the Enterprise
Chad V. Minor, MBA, FACHE
Associate Chief Caregiver Officer
Vice President, Workforce Strategy
Alumni Mentors
Alumni mentors are recent graduates of Cleveland Clinic’s Administrative Fellowship Program who are passionate about the professional development and success of the fellows. They provide advice on maximizing the fellowship, navigating project work and teams, and guidance on potential career trajectories based on their own experiences. Alumni mentors play a crucial role in bridging the gap between the academic and professional worlds, providing a supportive network for fellows as they start their journey at the Cleveland Clinic and in healthcare administration.
Sarah Beinkampen, MHA
Director, Executive Administration
Jim Houser, MHSA, MBA, RN
Senior Director, Florida Surgical Operations & Integrated Surgical Institute
Alison Ibsen, MPH
Senior Director, Taussig Cancer Institute
Bob Kaleel, MHA
Senior Director, Head & Neck Department and Endocrine Surgery Center – Integrated Surgical Institute
Erin Shaffer, MHA, FACHE
Executive Director, Primary Care Institute
Deanna Stovicek, MHA
Senior Director, Urology, Integrated Surgical Institute
