Kevin L. Smith

Kevin L. Smith serves as chief financial officer for Providence. In this role, Kevin oversees the health system’s financial strategy, planning, capital allocation and operational performance. In addition, Kevin leads corporate development, multiple lines of business and business affiliations.

Kevin is involved in strengthening and advancing Providence’s overall business strategy across many transformational initiatives and ensuring all financial decisions further Providence’s Mission and vision. His scope of responsibility also includes managing Providence’s relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, regulators, financial institutions, investors, analysts and rating agencies.

Prior to joining Providence, he served as chief financial officer at SSM Health, where he supported the board and key committees and oversaw a broad portfolio of enterprise and finance functions. Kevin serves on the Healthcare Financial Management Association National Board of Directors, and holds a master's degree in finance and real estate from Harvard University Extension School and a bachelor's degree in finance and marketing from Drexel University.