Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Names Sarah Colley SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer
Colley returns to Memphis after four years in Pensacola, Fla., where she was vice president and chief human resources officer of Baptist Health Care. She previously served as senior vice president of Human Resources of Regional One Health in Memphis.
“The needs of the modern workforce have evolved in the last two years, creating more opportunities for us as employers to further strengthen our people strategy, which includes our employees’ health, wellness and overall quality of life,” said Monica Wharton, executive vice president and chief administrative officer. “Sarah brings valuable experience and thoughtful insights to attract, retain and engage a diverse, world-class and multigenerational team. Her extensive career in human resources will energize and empower our Associates as we continuously strive to deliver innovative, exceptional patient care.”
Before Regional One, Colley held leadership roles with St. Vincent Health System and Southwest Regional Medical Center in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Colley holds a bachelor’s degree in political science and sociology from Guilford College in Greensboro, N.C.; a master’s degree in healthcare administration from Webster University and a law degree from University of Arkansas School of Law. She is a Leadership Memphis graduate and was recognized as Memphis Business Journal’s Top 40 Under 40. Colley was named HR Executive of the Year by the Memphis chapter of SHRM, the Society for Human Resource Management. She is past president and board member of the Arkansas Hospital Association Human Resource Association.