Executive Leadership
Dr. Engers Fernandez
Chief Innovation Officer
Dr. Engers Fernandez is a technology and innovation leader transforming healthcare through AI, digital transformation, and data-driven solutions. As Chief Innovation Officer at nxT, he drives impactful, cost-effective advancements that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. With over 20 years of experience in health IT, AI, and healthcare leadership, he has led groundbreaking projects that improve access to care and workforce development. To learn more about his work, click here.
Lilian Gutierrez
Chief Operation Officer
Lilian Gutierrez is a seasoned executive leader with expertise in healthcare, education, and workforce development. As COO at nxT Innovation Lab, she oversees strategic planning, operations, and partnerships, ensuring sustainable growth and impact. With a career spanning nonprofit leadership, grant management, and workforce initiatives, she has led programs benefiting thousands in underserved communities. To learn more about her work, click here.
Dr. Hector Diaz
Chief Medical Information Officer
Dr. Hector Díaz is a healthcare innovator and neonatologist specializing in pediatric and neonatal care, healthcare informatics, and digital transformation. As CMIO at nxT Innovation Lab, he leads the implementation of EHR systems, AI tools, and clinical data analytics to enhance patient care and streamline operations. With over 15 years of medical experience, he is committed to integrating technology-driven solutions that improve healthcare efficiency and accessibility. To learn more about his work, click here.
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Charles Friedman
Charles Friedman is a leading expert in Learning Health Systems and biomedical informatics, currently serving as Professor of Learning Health Sciences at the University of Michigan Medical School. With a distinguished career spanning academia, government, and global initiatives, he has played a pivotal role in advancing health, education, and research through innovative applications of information technology. He is the editor-in-chief of Learning Health Systems and co-chair of Mobilizing Computable Biomedical Knowledge, driving efforts to transform healthcare through data-driven solutions. To learn more about his work and contributions, click here.
Connie Garzon
Connie Garzon is a business consultant, ecosystem builder, and entrepreneurship professor who helps businesses scale, innovate, and expand into new markets. As a Select Global Women in Tech (SGWIT) Mentor, she supports international women entrepreneurs in scaling and fundraising in the U.S. With expertise in tech startups, banking, and business strategy, Connie has driven market expansion in the U.S., Mexico, and Colombia, earning prestigious awards, including the Florida Statewide Award for Education Partner of the Year. She has also taught at Stetson University and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Currently a member of the CONNECT Network Advisory and Steering Committee, she is a trusted mentor and speaker, dedicated to economic empowerment and sustainable business growth.
Pete Martinez
Pete Martinez is a pioneering leader in AI, technology, and business consulting, with a career spanning 50 years. A former IBM Vice President and global innovator, he has led groundbreaking initiatives in supercomputing, AI-driven healthcare, and business transformation. As CEO of SIVOTEC, he continues to push the boundaries of innovation while serving as a research affiliate at MIT and a sought-after speaker worldwide. To learn more about his impact, click here.
Dr. Wendy Rosario
Dr. Wendy Elizabeth Rosario Medina is a leader in Family and Community Medicine, dedicated to advancing healthcare through clinical practice, research, and innovation. As a a Family Medicine Physician at Hospital General Plaza de la Salud (HGPS) and President of the Scientific Committee of the Dominican Society of Family and Community Medicine, she is driving medical education, research, and best practices in the field.
Her work in early cancer detection through the Colorectal Cancer Pre-Malignant Lesion Detection Program at HGPS is improving preventive care strategies. Beyond clinical practice, she is an international speaker, advocating for family medicine, community health, and digital transformation in healthcare,
Dr. Scott Fields
Dr. Scott Fields is a healthcare leader, educator, and clinical informatics expert with over 30 years of experience in family medicine and digital health transformation. As Professor Emeritus at OHSU and Senior Clinical Advisor at OCHIN, he specializes in EHR implementation, clinical workflow optimization, and healthcare data management. A former Chief Medical Officer at OCHIN (2013–2024), he has played a key role in advancing health IT systems and clinical research to improve care delivery nationwide. To learn more about his contributions, click here.