Chad Tomlinson

A seasoned entrepreneur, Chad has built successful healthcare and hospitality companies for more than 13 years. As AVP’s champion for development, Chad expands patient access to top quality eye care.

Responsible for provider recruitment and practice acquisition, Chad believes in strategically growing the AVP network with the best and brightest eye care teams. In charge of value-based care and contracting, Chad knows the value of partnership as the business landscape of healthcare consolidates at a growing rate.

Chad currently serves as the chief development officer of Ascend Vision Partners. He previously served as the president of Wells Specialty Pharmacy, one of the largest specialty pharmacies in the nation serving over 46 states. Since graduating from Florida State University with a degree in international business, Chad has a proven success record of managing, growing and selling successful companies.

Chad and his wife Kendra have three beautiful children: Greer, Gray and Gwenna. They enjoy RVing around the U.S., and spending time with family.