Behavioral Health Network Announces Two Additions to Executive Leadership Team
SPRINGFIELD — Behavioral Health Network Inc. (BHN) announced two new members of its executive leadership team, Anthony Boswell and Sigfredo Irizarry.
Boswell joined BHN as senior vice president in October. In this role, he provides strategic leadership across multiple service lines and plays an instrumental role in shaping the organization’s future direction. With extensive experience in mental-health leadership, his expertise will be key in advancing BHN’s mission and expanding its impact in the community.
Prior to joining BHN, Boswell served as CEO of LevinThor LLC, a consulting firm specializing in management, leadership, and education. He has also held senior leadership positions at mental-health organizations in Springfield, New Orleans, and Washington, D.C., further enhancing his diverse experience in the sector.
Boswell attended the U.S. Air Force Academy and earned a bachelor’s degree from Stony Brook University, a master of education degree in organizational leadership from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and a juris doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School.
Irizarry joined BHN in November as vice president of Performance Improvement, Applications & Data Analytics. In this position, he will lead efforts to enhance performance-improvement initiatives across the organization, focusing on optimizing applications and leveraging data analytics to improve service delivery. His strategic vision and leadership will play a key role in the company’s continued success and operational efficiency.
With 30 years of experience in IT, Irizarry specializes in IT leadership, system information, business continuity, cybersecurity, and process automation. He is an accomplished IT executive, adept at leading diverse teams and developing sustainable IT strategies. He has extensive experience in managing technical teams, complex system migrations, and cybersecurity efforts to mitigate risks.
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity from Purdue University, Irizarry is enrolled in the CISSP track. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from the International Institute of the Americas.
“We are excited to welcome Tony and Sigfredo to our executive leadership team,” said Steve Winn, president and CEO of BHN. “Their experience and leadership will be key in driving our strategic vision and enhancing the quality of services we provide. These appointments demonstrate our commitment to strengthening BHN’s leadership and advancing our mission to deliver exceptional behavioral-health services.”