Tesha Simpson has extensive experience in leadership roles in the healthcare delivery industry, most recently serving as Chief Executive Officer of Guidelight Health, a national mental health provider she co-founded, since 2023. Prior to joining Guidelight Health, Tesha served as the Chief Operating Officer of AMSURG, a nationally recognized company that specializes in ambulatory surgery center services. Tesha previously oversaw strategy and operations for all channels and capabilities for JSA Healthcare (a DaVita Medical Group company) and for Optum Florida, in her capacity as Chief Operating Officer for both organizations. Tesha has also held several clinical quality and performance improvement positions with Morton Plant Mease and Evergreen Manor. Tesha earned an D.N.P., M.S. and B.S. in Nursing Science from the University of Florida.