Inspira Health elevates Julie Ellis to SVP and chief HR officer

Julie Ellis, MBA, SHEM-SCP, Vice President of Human Resources

Inspira Health on Friday announced that effective Dec. 1, Julie Ellis will assume the role of senior vice president chief human resources officer. Ellis will be succeeding Anneliese McMenamin, who is retiring after serving in the role for the past three years.

With more than 20 years of experience in human resources within the health care industry, Ellis is well-equipped to ensure alignment with Inspira’s mission, vision and values. Since joining Inspira Health in September 2021 as VP of HR, Ellis has significantly enhanced the organization through focused employee recruitment and retention efforts.

“Julie’s dedication to fostering a positive workplace culture and her strategic approach to human resources have been invaluable to our organization. We are grateful for her commitment to Inspira, as she remains a vital contributor to our journey forward,” Amy Mansue, president and CEO of Inspira Health said. “Julie’s leadership has been key in earning Inspira Health recognition as a Top Workplace, and I am confident she will continue to drive excellence and foster organizational growth in her new role. Our greatest asset is our people, and we look forward to the positive impact Julie will have on our employees and the communities we serve.”

Since joining Inspira, Ellis has enhanced the organization by focusing on employee recruitment and retention, driving best-in-class workplace initiatives, and forging significant partnerships with the business community and other stakeholders. Her leadership has consistently earned Inspira the designation as a top place to work in the region.

“I am honored to step into this role and ensure that Inspira continues to foster a supportive and inclusive workplace where our employees can thrive,” Ellis said. “Anneliese has made a significant impact on our employees, and I look forward to propelling the work she did and fulfilling the goals of this position while advancing the health care needs of our communities. I am grateful for the trust and support from the leadership team and am eager to build on our successes to further enhance the employee experience.”