Architecture and engineering firm Goodwyn Mills Cawood recently hired Chip DeShields as vice president of Healthcare Business Development. A seasoned business development professional, DeShields will strategically identify opportunities for the firm in the healthcare space throughout the Southeast. DeShields is a results-driven business development professional with a proven track record of creating strategic relationships. He has extensive experience in strategic planning and implementation, with a knack for developing long-term value for clients and firms. His career spans almost three decades, all dedicated to developing relationships and driving growth.
Taking on the role of vice president of Healthcare Business Development, DeShields is responsible for identifying, developing and securing new business opportunities in both the public and private sectors. He will be leading targeted business development initiatives to engage new healthcare clients and nurture long-term relationships with existing ones. DeShields will apply his expert-level problem-solving skills to connect with clients, resolve challenges and strengthen overall engagement.
“Chip’s work ethic and integrity are respected in the healthcare community, and we are fortunate to have him on our team,” said Steve Alby, vice president of Healthcare for GMC. “As we have grown with dedicated healthcare teams in Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas, Chip’s leadership in business development is a welcome addition!”
Serving as a fellow and vice president of business development for the Health Facility Institute, as president of the Mobile Post of the Society of American Military Engineers and a member of the American Society of Healthcare Engineers, DeShields is active and involved in the AEC industry.