Movers & Shakers: Christ Community Health Services names new leadership
In this week’s Movers and Shakers, a healthcare system announces new leadership and a private school adds to its staff.
Christ Community Health Services expands leadership team
Dr. John T. Epting (Courtesy Christ Community Health Services)
Dr. John T. Epting has joined Christ Community Health Services as chair of medicine, leading clinical excellence and compassionate, patient-centered care.
A graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine, he has more than a decade of experience treating acute and chronic conditions, with expertise in hypertension, heart failure and diabetes.
His focus is to mentor providers, improving patient outcomes and advancing Christ Community’s mission of holistic healthcare.
Bonnie Hollabaugh (Courtesy Christ Community Health Services)
Bonnie Hollabaugh has joined Christ Community Health Services as chief development officer, bringing extensive nonprofit development experience to the organization.
She has served organizations including The Foundation for Evangelism, World Methodist Evangelism, Hutchison School and Ronald McDonald House of Memphis.
Hollabaugh is a graduate of the University of Richmond and earned a master’s in executive leadership from Christian Brothers University.
Jessica Hughes (Courtesy Christ Community Health Services)
Jessica Hughes has joined Christ Community Health Services as chief administrative and finance officer, bringing more than 15 years of healthcare leadership experience, with expertise in financial management, budgeting, strategic planning and operational efficiency.
She previously held financial leadership roles at Siouxland Community Health Center, Hawarden Regional Healthcare and MercyOne Siouxland Medical Center.
Hughes holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting and human resources from Briar Cliff University and a master’s degree in health administration from Walden University.
Christ Community Health Services opened its first clinic on South Third Street in 1995, a vision of four medical students — Rick Donlon, David Pepperman, Karen Miller and Steven Besh — to provide high-quality healthcare to the underserved in Memphis.
Christ Community has become one of the largest federally qualified health centers in the nation and the largest provider of healthcare to the underserved in Shelby County.
In 2020, it opened Christ Community Health Services-East Jackson, extending its reach into Madison County.
Memphis University School adds to staff
Lauren Basham, left, Jerry Pleasants, right. (Courtesy Memphis University School)
Lauren Basham has joined the MUS development team as assistant to the director of alumni and parent programs. A senior at the University of Memphis' Kemmons Wilson School of Hospitality and Resort Management, she is working at MUS part-time through the university’s experiential learning program.
Jerry Pleasants has joined the MUS maintenance department full-time after three years as an independent contractor at the school and as warehouse manager for a local HVAC supplier. He specializes in trim, repairs, painting and challenging millwork.
Drew Richmond, left, Caroline Stiefvater. (Courtesy Memphis University School)
Drew Richmond, a member of the MUS Class of 2015, is returning to his alma mater as lower school athletic director, assistant football coach and physical education instructor. A former professional athlete and brand ambassador for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, he was nominated for the Canadian Football League’s Tom Pate Award for community engagement.
Richmond is the founder of MyPurpose Impact Enterprise, which is “dedicated to empowering individuals, fostering purpose and advancing global well-being.” He recently served as a student-athlete development assistant at the University of Southern California while producing content for the university’s Annenberg Media Center.
He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee and a master’s degree from USC.
Caroline Stiefvater has joined the MUS development team as assistant director of the Annual Fund. She previously worked as a patient family outreach specialist at ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, where she managed large-scale event logistics and communications.
At Mississippi State University, she served as a graduate teaching assistant and led community relations and fundraising initiatives for the American Marketing Association and student-led organizations.
Stiefvater holds an MBA, a BBA and a BA from Mississippi State, where she graduated summa cum laude.
Claire van Drimmelen, left, Libby Wall, right. (Courtesy Memphis University School)
Claire van Drimmelen has joined the MUS faculty as a Lower School academic support coordinator, bringing eight years of experience building strong school communities and developing young leaders. A founding faculty member at Mid-South Gifted Academy, she served as director of community experience and director of marketing and enrollment, overhauling operations and strengthening family engagement.
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Her teaching background includes K–12 enrichment, leadership and science, and she founded the academy’s Montessori pre-kindergarten and kindergarten program.
She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Memphis, a Montessori teaching diploma and Orton-Gillingham certification.
Libby Wall has joined the MUS staff as school nurse, bringing a diverse background in ambulatory nursing, pediatric care and case management.
She most recently served as a home hospice case manager in Memphis, following clinical roles in pre-admission testing at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Collierville and in pediatric cardiology step-down care at Indiana University Health.
Wall earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing from Purdue University and holds certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
Memphis University School is a college-preparatory day school for boys in grades 6-12. Founded in 1893, MUS is non-denominational and non-discriminatory.
Its 640 students pursue a diverse curriculum that balances academics, athletics and the arts within a supportive environment that builds integrity and strength of character.
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Memphis University School Lauren Basham Jerry Pleasants Drew Richmond Caroline Stiefvater Claire van Drimmelen Libby Wall Christ Community Health Services John T. Epting Bonnie Hollabaugh Jessica HughesAlys Drake
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