Donna Hyland is the architect of one of the nation's largest pediatric healthcare systems. For over three decades, her vision and unwavering dedication have reshaped pediatric care across Georgia and far beyond. Her career path wasn't a straight line to the C-Suite. Starting as an accountant at Home Depot, Hyland's path took a pivotal turn when she joined Scottish Rite, a move that would lay the foundation for her future in healthcare.
Under her transformative leadership as President and CEO of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, CHOA has not only grown into one of the largest pediatric healthcare systems in the country, but has also pioneered innovative approaches to patient-centered care and significant expansions of specialized medical facilities across the state. Leading a dedicated team of over 14,000 professionals right here in Atlanta, Hyland's daily influence touches the lives of over a million young patients annually, a testament to her exceptional organizational skills and inspiring leadership.