Andy Almeter is the President of Leath HR Group, LLC, and oversees the Wilmington-based firm’s operations and strategy. Prior to Leath HR, Andy spent many years working with the Federal Government, specifically with the US EPA as a Research Fellow after completing a rigorous internship with the US Army Corps of Engineers. Most recently, Andy was a Divisional Business Operations Leader for Novant Health-NHRMC. Andy is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives and holds BSc and MA Degrees as well as Graduate Certificates in Policy and Lean Process Design. He was recently honored by the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce and the Star News as a “40 Under 40” and nominated as a Greater Wilmington Business Journal “Healthcare Hero” for his innovation and leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic. He spends every spare moment with his wife, Lisa, and two young daughters exploring this awesome planet. Fun fact: As a Licensed Pilot and Certified EMT, Andy has served as both a search and rescue pilot and first responder.