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Jack Gherty


Jack Gherty

First elected: 2006

Quote

"With healthcare costs continuing to escalate, it makes the efforts of HealthPartners to improve the health of its members, patients and community even more important. I look forward to the opportunity to use my experience to contribute to the effectiveness of the board as it works to ensure the accomplishment of the organization's mission."


Committees

Compensation (chair), Innovations in Products and Services, Member Appeals, Quality

Career

Jack Gherty is the retired president and chief executive officer of Land O'Lakes, Inc. His retirement went into effect October 1, 2005. Mr. Gherty began his career in 1970 as an attorney for Land O'Lakes. In 1979 he was named assistant to the president, and in 1981 he became a group vice president and chief administrative officer. He was named president and CEO in 1989. Mr. Gherty serves on the board of Minnesota Mutual Companies.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration, University of Wisconsin, Madison
Juris Doctor, University of Wisconsin, Madison
M.A., Industrial Relations, University of Wisconsin, Madison

Personal

Jack is married to Ann Gherty, and they have three daughters.

Current term expires: December 31, 2011