Vanna Health appoints Dr. Liz Kwo as CEO to drive national expansion

Vanna Health has named Dr. Liz Kwo as its new Chief Executive Officer. The company, which focuses on integrated mental and chronic health support, announced the leadership change as part of its next growth phase. Dr. Kwo brings a wealth of experience across clinical medicine, health technology, and large-scale operations to the role. Dr. Kwo joined Vanna Health in February 2026 as President before stepping into the CEO position. Her career includes senior roles such as Deputy Chief Clinical Officer at Elevance and Chief Commercial Officer at Everlywell. She holds degrees from Harvard Medical School, Harvard Business School, and Harvard School of Public Health.

With this appointment, Dr. Giovanni Colella, the company’s co-founder and former CEO, will move to the role of Executive Chairman. Vanna Health specialises in community-based coaching for individuals with serious mental illness. The organisation’s model centres on connection, dignity, and belonging as core elements of healing. The company aims to expand its reach nationally under Dr. Kwo’s leadership. Its integrated care approach combines mental health support with chronic condition management, delivered through local community networks.

Dr. Kwo’s appointment marks a shift in Vanna Health’s leadership as it prepares for wider national expansion. The company’s focus remains on transforming care for those with serious mental illness through its community-driven model. Her background in clinical and operational leadership is expected to guide the organisation’s next steps.