Chris Bayham has been named Chief Information Officer of Brookdale, effective immediately. Brookdale owns and operates over 1,000 senior living communities and retirement communities in the United States. The company was established in 1978. He will be responsible for leading technology strategy, delivery, and operations for the company, and he will be a member of the company’s senior leadership.  He is based in Brookdale corporate headquarters in Brentwood, TN, and oversees a large team of associates in both the Brentwood and Milwaukee offices.

Brookdale President and Chief Executive Officer Cindy Baier noted with regard to Bayham’s hiring, “We’re excited to have Chris join Brookdale and take the lead on developing best-in-class tools for our associates. His deep experience in healthcare is important as Brookdale continues to build its reputation and ability to provide quality care with improved patient outcomes.”