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Michael R. Raddatz, Jr.
Senior Partner
Chicago IL USA
Get in TouchMichael R. Raddatz, Jr., senior partner, prides himself on the understanding that the needs of each client organization are unique and takes a thoughtful approach to ensure that each engagement ends with a successful result in a timely fashion. Since joining WittKieffer in 2006, he has invested a great deal of his time into developing a comprehensive understanding of trends in healthcare leadership and the executive search process. Mike has expertise in a variety of healthcare C-suite searches, ranging from CEOs, COOs, and CFOs of health systems to leaders of independent community hospitals. He has particular interest and expertise in identifying strong candidates for key leadership positions in faith-based organizations, children’s hospitals, as well as those in operations and finance.
Prior to joining WittKieffer, Mike worked at a prominent, Chicago-based medical malpractice defense law firm. While in this research-intensive role, he developed a passion for healthcare and industry trends which is evident in his search work today. His thorough research techniques and commitment to the search process ensure quality outcomes. Mike is the 2016 recipient of two WittKieffer Quality Awards, for individual excellence in search practice and for outstanding collaboration and teamwork.
Mike is a member of Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) and has volunteered his time as a coach for Special Olympics.
Distinctions
WittKieffer Quality Award Winner
Education
M.B.A., Aurora University, Aurora, IL
B.A., University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign, IL
Expertise
Presidents/CEOs
Finance
Children's Hospitals
Faith-Based