Leadership
Executive Staff
President & CEO
Dr. Jean Accius is a transformational executive, strategist, and thought leader with over 25 years of experience driving systemic change at the intersection of business, health, and social impact. He has dedicated his career to breaking down barriers to health, expanding access and opportunity, and building cross-sector collaborations that empower communities to thrive.
As President & CEO of CHC: Creating Healthier Communities, Dr. Accius leads a high-performing organization partnering with 650+ businesses and 5,000 nonprofits, reaching over 17 million employees and families. Under his leadership, CHC has achieved national and global recognition, including The Silicon Review® “50 Best Companies to Watch” and Real Leaders Top Impact Company, joining iconic brands like Patagonia and Johnson & Johnson.
Dr. Accius is a two-time Influential Marylander (2019, 2025), a Next Avenue Influencer in Aging, a 2025 Baldrige Executive Fellow, and recipient of the 2024 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award. He serves on multiple boards and is a member of the AAMC Center for Health Justice multisector partner group, advancing aligned strategies to eliminate health inequities nationwide.
A sought-after speaker and advisor, Dr. Accius has engaged leaders at the World Economic Forum, the United Nations, and across industries worldwide. He is a certified director with the National Association of Corporate Directors and is a graduate of prestigious executive programs at Harvard, Stanford, UNC Law, and Santa Clara University, and holds a Ph.D. from American University and master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Florida State University.
Driven by the belief that collaboration is the new currency, Dr. Accius continues to redefine what it means to create healthier, more resilient communities with opportunity and access for all.
Andrea Grant is a transformative leader with over 20 years of experience across public and private sectors. She specializes in turning bold strategic visions into sustainable systems that drive growth, scale impact, and strengthen operations across HR, IT, Risk, Compliance, Facilities, and Project Management.
Known for driving innovation and operational excellence, Andrea brings deep expertise in human resources, business development, and people-first strategies. Her leadership is rooted in a deep commitment to fostering a respectful, supportive, and high-performing workplace where all team members feel seen, heard, valued, and respected.
“I was drawn to CHC by the mission,” said Grant. “By strengthening our internal systems, we can expand our impact in communities nationwide.”
A dedicated special needs parent and caregiver, Andrea lives her values of service and compassion. She was formerly the primary caregiver to her disabled veteran father and now cares for her aging mother. Andrea has also contributed her expertise to organizations such as Adecco’s CSR Council and LHH’s Global Diversity Council.
LeeAnn Yang serves as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at CHC: Creating Healthier Communities. With over two decades of experience in finance and operations across nonprofit and private sectors, LeeAnn brings strategic vision and operational excellence to CHC’s leadership team.
Since joining CHC in 2019, LeeAnn has led transformative initiatives that strengthened the organization’s financial infrastructure. She has built a high-performing finance team, streamlined accounting processes, and reinforced governance practices through her role as liaison to the Board Finance and Audit & Risk Committees.
Her leadership has supported CHC’s strategic growth, including the launch of major initiatives such as the $7 million Black Birthing Initiative. LeeAnn’s financial stewardship has enabled improved reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and alignment of financial strategy with CHC’s mission to advance health equity.
LeeAnn holds a Master of Arts in Business Management, Accounting and Finance from The Catholic University of America and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She is a member of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Maryland Association of CPAs (MACPA). Her commitment to continuous learning is reflected in her completion of executive programs in strategic finance, operations management, and leadership, as well as a 2024–2025 Certification in Entrepreneur and Innovation from Harvard Business School Online.
Becky Ehret is a dynamic leader with over 30 years of experience in the philanthropic field. She has a strong track record of building meaningful relationships that strengthen employee engagement, improve donor retention, and attract new supporters. With extensive experience in team leadership and strategic planning, she is also a seasoned public speaker. Becky is committed to advancing organizational goals through collaboration, clear vision, and a results-driven approach.
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