Clay Ritchey Appointed as New CEO of Definitive Healthcare

FRAMINGHAM, Mass., Sept. 02, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Definitive Healthcare Corp., a leading provider of healthcare market data and analytics, has announced the appointment of Clay Ritchey as its new Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors, effective September 8, 2026. Ritchey will succeed Kevin Coop, who has stepped down from his role as CEO and a member of the Board of Directors, effective August 31, 2026. Coop had been serving as CEO since June 2024.

Jason Krantz, Chairman of the Board of Definitive Healthcare, expressed excitement over Ritchey's appointment, noting his extensive experience in healthcare master data and technology markets. "Clay is a visionary leader with a proven track record of driving growth and profitability," Krantz stated. "We are confident that his expertise and vision will help Definitive Healthcare continue to innovate and thrive in the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape."

Ritchey joins Definitive Healthcare from Verato, where he served as CEO. Prior to Verato, he held senior leadership positions at companies like Evariant, Imprivata, and Equinox Healthcare. His background spans multiple facets of the healthcare industry, including marketing and strategic leadership roles at Hill-Rom and Kronos.

In his new role, Ritchey is eager to leverage Definitive Healthcare's proprietary datasets and emerging AI technologies. "I am thrilled to join Definitive Healthcare at this pivotal moment," Ritchey said. "Our platform is uniquely positioned to drive significant value for our customers through the integration of advanced data analytics and conversational AI. We are poised to deliver unparalleled insights that will enable our clients to make more strategic and impactful decisions."

Definitive Healthcare operates in a complex but highly attractive market, where the company's data and analytics solutions help healthcare organizations and companies navigate critical business challenges. With the upcoming release of an AI-powered platform, the company aims to provide customers with enhanced tools for leveraging their data assets.

Looking ahead, Definitive Healthcare anticipates a return to growth, driven by the continued development of its platform and the expanding use of AI in healthcare. The company remains committed to delivering consistent top and bottom-line growth, supporting both current and new customers.