About Us
Getting To Know
HC² Strategies
HC² is a mission-driven community health consulting company with a national footprint, devoted to helping hospitals, health systems and community based organizations and communities nurture holistic strategies that support community wellbeing and population health.
Our firm builds new models of mission-driven, integrated community health strategies. We work with boards and community organizations nationwide helping them optimize their business strategy and transform their impact on public health.
Innovation and Transformation Expertise
HC² helps health teams unleash their innovation and live up to their potential. Our authentic approach
defines purpose, creates clarity, and drives unique community health strategies.
Our work provides a holistic transformation process through connecting the open mind, open heart, and willingness
to let go of old patterns and structures in order to invite a future that wants to emerge.
A Philosophy Deeply Rooted in Purpose
Connect Through Deeper Meaning.
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- We believe strong relationships lead to better results.
- We forge meaningful partnerships, facilitate conversations that result in nourishing change.
- We create bridges between health systems, public health departments, and other community organizations.
Connect Through Deeper Meaning.
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- We believe strong relationships lead to better results.
- We forge meaningful partnerships, facilitate conversations that result in nourishing change.
- We create bridges between health systems, public health departments, and other community organizations.
Innovate for a Better Future.
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- We inspire change using data, thought leadership, and strategic consulting.
- We challenge old patterns and tired models that slow evolution and opportunity.
- We ask new questions that help define a better future and engage discovery learning.
- We work together to create solutions that analyze the business landscape and change what is into what can be.
Innovate for a Better Future.
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- We inspire change using data, thought leadership, and strategic consulting.
- We challenge old patterns and tired models that slow evolution and opportunity.
- We ask new questions that help define a better future and engage discovery learning.
- We work together to create solutions that analyze the business landscape and change what is into what can be.
Transform Community Vitality.
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- We enliven conversations that transform broken systems into healthy connected communities.
- We hold a new vision where the healthcare is an integrated-relational system of wellbeing instead of siloed transactional system of illness.
- We empower new models of business opportunities that seamlessly intersect healthcare, economics, and social interaction.
Transform Community Vitality.
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- We enliven conversations that transform broken systems into healthy connected communities.
- We hold a new vision where the healthcare is an integrated-relational system of wellbeing instead of siloed transactional system of illness.
- We empower new models of business opportunities that seamlessly intersect healthcare, economics, and social interaction.
Our Calling
We develop potential in people, communities,
and organizations, connecting to their purpose,
creating a better world.
Our Promise
To re-define the meaning and processes of what it means
to be healthy in connected communities.
To co-create innovative strategies connecting health
and healthcare.
To be a catalyst inspiring and connecting people,
organizations and communities to a transformed world.
Our Gifts
Visionary thought leadership that brings an inspired
future to the world.
Creating presence today, drawing out unique gifts and
talents of people, communities, and organizations,
leading to a transformative future.
Strategy development that is authentic and based on
mission and purpose.
Our Skilled Leaders
We help you see the world differently, discover opportunities you may never have imagined, and achieve results that bridge what is with what can be.
Dora Barilla, DrPH
President, Co-Founder
Dora Barilla, DrPH
PRESIDENT, CO-FOUNDER
Areas of Expertise:
Community & Public Health Strategy
President and Co-Founder of HC² Strategies, Dora Barilla is a Doctor of Public Health and a national thought leader in community health transformation. She is a passionate advocate for meaningful system and policy change that leads to better health outcomes for the most vulnerable populations through innovation, partnership, and strategies.
Rick Rawson, MBA
Chief Strategist & Co-Founder
Rick Rawson, MBA
Chief Strategist AND
Co-Founder
Areas of Expertise:
Transformational Executive Coaching & Training, Strategic Planning and Execution, Performance Improvement, and Medicaid
HC² Strategies Co-Founder, Rick Rawson, is C-level Executive, transformational leader, educator, and mentor and coach to many leaders. In addition to his role with HC², he currently serves as President of Adventist Health and Rideout. As a sought-after speaker, he blends his experience, passion for people and communities to inspire those who seek to challenge the way things are and create a healthier, more connected world.
Jaynie Boren, MBA
Principal
Jaynie Boren, MBA
PRINCIPAL
Areas of Expertise:
Executive healthcare leadership, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Market Research & Strategic Marketing, Implementation & Project Management, Board Development
Jaynie Boren is a progressive leader in healthcare strategy and business development. She’s the “go-to” consultant for growing market share with strategic outcomes. A seasoned strategist who has a gift for creative mission-driven action plans that use data to grow margins and community connection.
Lauran Hardin,
MSN, CNL, FNAP, FAAN
CHIEF INTEGRATION OFFICER 
Lauran Hardin, MSN, CNL, FNAP, FAAN
CHIEF INTEGRATION OFFICER
Areas of Expertise:
Nationally recognized leader, highly skilled at partnering with communities, health systems and payers to co-design models and interventions for complex populations.
She recently served as the Vice President and Senior Advisor for National Healthcare and Housing Advisors, developing integrated community systems of care for underserved populations and was part of the team who developed the Camden Coalition’s National Center for Complex Health and Social Needs, serving as their Senior Advisor partnering with communities in more than 30 states to develop connected communities of care.
Maureen Kersmarki
CO-CREATOR 
Maureen Kersmarki
CO-CREATOR
Areas of Expertise:
Community Building, Health Policy, Community Benefit, Communications and Writing
Maureen’s expertise stems from 31 years with AdventHealth, a large faith-based heath system based in Florida. She most recently served as the corporate director of Public Policy and Community Benefit, developing AdventHealth’s first corporate Community Benefit program and overseeing 35 Community Health Needs Assessments in 10 states.
What Our Clients Say
Mark Gamble
Chief of Advocacy & Operations, Hospital Association of Southern California
Jeff Conklin
Oregon Health & Science University
