Kevin L. Hagan is the CEO of Patient Advocate Foundation, the nation’s most comprehensive nonprofit dedicated to helping patients navigate, access, and afford their care while improving the healthcare system for those who need it most.  

As CEO, he oversees the organization’s comprehensive portfolio of programs, including direct financial support for patients, personalized case management, award-winning patient education, patient advocacy and engagement programs, rigorous research, health equity initiatives, and community engagement. With over 30 years of experience in executive leadership and management in national and global nonprofits, government, and the private sector, Kevin is a visionary leader helping to expand access to care for millions of people. 

Kevin served as President and CEO of the PAN Foundation from 2021 through 2026. Under his leadership, the PAN Foundation and Patient Advocate Foundation announced the largest charitable nonprofit merger in U.S. history to expand services, simplify access, and reach millions more facing the growing healthcare access and affordability crisis. 

Prior to the merger, Kevin’s leadership resulted in the PAN Foundation expanding its mission beyond direct financial assistance to include high-impact advocacy and education, investment in its research capabilities, and leadership around major policy reforms that expanded access to care for patients.  

Prior to joining the PAN Foundation, Kevin served as the founder, executive chairman, and CEO of Thrive Impact, a consulting firm that helps nonprofit organizations by supporting their leadership teams in the areas of organizational strategy, leadership and governance, and revenue diversification.  

Before founding Thrive Impact, Kevin led significant growth and transformation efforts for several highly respected national and international nonprofits, serving as CEO of the American Diabetes Association, president and CEO of Feed the Children, and chief operating officer of Good360.  

Prior to his nonprofit service, Kevin served as head of public affairs and communications and oversaw philanthropic efforts for U.S. Foods, North America’s second largest food distributor. He joined US Foods after more than a decade of national-level management roles at the United States Postal Service.  

Kevin is also active on the board of directors for multiple nonprofit organizations and universities. He is currently a member of the board of RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association, and he also serves as chair of the group’s governance and nominating committee. He is also a director of Family Connections-Communities in School and the Mercer University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Alumni Board. He previously served on the board of directors for the National Health Council, World Neighbors, American Association of Mediators and the Academy of Hope Public Charter School.  

Kevin holds a master’s degree in international affairs from American University and undergraduate degrees in political science, history, and German from Mercer University.