Drew M. Early, MHSA

Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Memorial Health

As chief operating officer, Drew Early oversees all five Memorial Health hospitals, as well as support operations across the organization. He was appointed to this role in 2025, following six years as president and CEO of Decatur Memorial Hospital. He previously served as vice president of operations at Springfield Memorial Hospital, as well as administrator of emergency medical services and cardiovascular services and director of business development and support.

He earned a master’s degree in health services administration from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and a bachelor of science degree in healthcare systems administration from Ferris University in Big Rapids, Michigan.