Guidehouse Appoints New Healthcare Technology and Managed Services Leaders

Erik Barnett and Brian Smit to power firm's commitment to AI-driven transformation and revenue cycle efficiency

, /PRNewswire/ -- Guidehouse, a global consultancy providing advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and public sectors, has appointed two industry-leading partners, Erik Barnett and Brian Smit, to drive transformative outcomes for its healthcare clients.

"Erik and Brian possess the prestige, skills, and experience necessary to help healthcare leaders build technology-enabled, financially sustainable operating models," said Alicia Harkness, Guidehouse partner and Health segment leader. "We are thrilled to welcome them to our team as we continue delivering impactful solutions to shape a healthier future for all."

Erik Barnett, Partner, Health
Barnett will spearhead initiatives across the firm's commercial Health practice to help healthcare leaders transform the consumer and employee experience and drive growth through the use of AI and GenAI. Barnett brings more than two decades of experience as both a clinician and business leader, which he'll use to inform AI data strategy, develop centers of excellence, and integrate next-generation technologies into client engagements.

Brian Smit, Partner, Managed Services
A former health system revenue cycle executive, Smit brings three decades of expertise in hospital and physician revenue cycle operations strategy, global business scaling, and client success to Guidehouse's Managed Services team. With a track record of transforming business models, driving profitability, and elevating brands in SaaS and technology-enabled services, Smit will focus on delivering end-to-end and mid-revenue cycle transformations that foster growth and performance.

Guidehouse's Health segment serves providers, government agencies, life sciences companies, payers, and other healthcare organizations. Backed by proven success in modernizing and innovating healthcare services, finances, and operations, the firm delivers a comprehensive approach to solving interrelated industry challenges. A 22-time Best in KLAS^® award winner, Guidehouse received three awards for its strategy, revenue cycle, and outsourced coding services in 2025. 

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a global consultancy providing advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and public sectors. Guidehouse is purpose-built to serve the national security, financial services, healthcare, energy, and infrastructure industries. Disrupting legacy consulting delivery models with its agility, capabilities, and scale, the firm delivers technology-enabled and focused solutions that position clients for innovation, resilience, and growth. With high-quality standards and a relentless pursuit of client success, Guidehouse's more than 18,000 employees collaborate with leaders to outwit complexity and achieve transformational changes that meaningfully shape the future. guidehouse.com

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