ABOUT
MATTHEW BOGNER

A Shift in Calling

My path to leadership wasn’t one I initially imagined. As a child, I felt called to become a pastor, drawn to serving others through faith. But in college, that call evolved. I studied psychology and realized I was meant to walk alongside people in need, helping them navigate challenges and regain hope.

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Leading Systems, Not Just Individuals

That desire to serve eventually widened. I realized I was called not only to support individuals, but also to shape the systems responsible for their well-being. I pursued a Master’s in Public Health and completed a practicum with a large Catholic health system. Working alongside the senior vice president of mission integration, I saw firsthand the impact of faith-informed, values-driven leadership.

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From the Front Lines to the Classroom

That experience led me into senior living, where I became a licensed nursing home administrator and later the CEO of a large non-profit continuing care retirement community. My focus was on culture change, transforming institutional models into cultures that honor autonomy, dignity, and personhood.

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Later, I earned a Doctorate in Health Administration and transitioned to academia, where I now teach and mentor the next generation of leaders. My work today spans the classroom, boardroom, and the written page.

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What I’m Working On Now

I’m currently writing three books in a series:

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• The Next Healthcare Leader, a career guide for students and early-career healthcare professionals

• The Christian Healthcare Leader, exploring the integration of faith and leadership in care-driven environments

• The Good Leader, offering timeless lessons in integrity, courage, and character for leaders across every field

 

Each draws from my experience in executive leadership, higher education, and values-based transformation.

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Why I Do This Work

At the heart of everything I do is a simple belief: leadership is a calling. It takes more than technical expertise. It calls for purpose, compassion, and moral clarity. Through teaching, writing, and coaching, I aim to equip leaders to lead with vision and serve with heart—no matter where they’re called to lead.