Alicia Ferguson Hardy, MBA, Lcsw, Msw
About Alicia Ferguson Hardy, MBA, Lcsw, Msw
Alicia Ferguson Hardy is the Chief Executive Officer of OLE Health, a position she has held since 2018. She has extensive experience in healthcare leadership, having previously served in various roles at OLE Health and studied at prestigious institutions such as Boston College and Yale School of Management.
Current Role as Chief Executive Officer
Alicia Ferguson Hardy serves as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of OLE Health, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she oversees the strategic direction and operational management of the organization. Her leadership focuses on enhancing healthcare access and improving community health outcomes in Napa, California. Under her guidance, OLE Health continues to expand its services and implement innovative healthcare solutions.
Previous Experience at OLE Health
Prior to her current role, Alicia held several positions at OLE Health. She served as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer from 2016 to 2018, where she contributed to organizational strategy and leadership. Alicia also worked as the Chief Strategy Officer from 2015 to 2016, and as the Director of Integrated Care and Director of Behavioral Health in 2014. Her extensive experience at OLE Health spans various leadership roles, focusing on behavioral health and integrated care.
Educational Background
Alicia Ferguson Hardy has a strong educational background in management and healthcare. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature from Boston College from 1995 to 1999. She later obtained a Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of California, Berkeley, from 2005 to 2007. Alicia also achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on healthcare from Yale School of Management from 2021 to 2023. Additionally, she is pursuing a Certificate in the Executive Program for Nonprofit Leaders at Stanford University Graduate School of Business.
Fellowship at Yale School of Management
Alicia participated in the Pozen-Commonwealth Fund Fellowship in Health Equity Leadership at Yale School of Management from 2021 to 2023. This fellowship focused on developing leadership skills in health equity, preparing her to address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. The program emphasized practical strategies for improving health equity within communities.
Teaching Experience
Before her career in healthcare, Alicia worked as a teacher at St. Ignatius School in the Bronx from 2002 to 2005. This role involved educating students and contributing to their academic development. Her experience in education has informed her approach to leadership and community engagement in her subsequent healthcare roles.