Dr. Nicole M. Barnett is a distinguished executive healthcare leader with a wealth of experience in senior roles, including her previous position as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nurse Executive at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center and her current role as the incoming President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Northern California. Throughout her career, she has driven the growth and success of healthcare teams, always prioritizing equitable care and inclusive patient experiences. Dr. Barnett’s leadership spans a broad spectrum, including community health initiatives, nursing practice, Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity, as well as pandemic response efforts such as addressing vaccine hesitancy and increasing vaccination rates in underserved populations. Her work has earned her prestigious accolades, such as being named one of the Diversity MBA Top 100 Executives Under 50 and receiving the Daisy Health Equity Leader Award. A passionate advocate for health equity and social justice, Dr. Barnett is also deeply committed to mentoring, coaching, and inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals to drive positive change and impact.