Newland Associates Completes Search for Memorial Healthcare System
December 12, 2025 – After an extensive and competitive interview process, Lake Mary, FL-based executive search firm Newland Associates has assisted in the recruitment of Amy Weasel as the new employee health & wellness director for Memorial Healthcare System. Vanessa Abreu, director of recruiting, led the assignment. “It was truly a pleasure collaborating with Amy and the exceptional team at Memorial Healthcare throughout this search,” Ms. Abreu said in a LinkedIn post. “Wishing Amy continued success in this exciting new chapter.”
“I highly recommend Vanessa for any talent acquisition opportunities,” Ms. Weasel said. “She is professional, dedicated, and exceptionally skilled at connecting candidates with roles that align perfectly with their experience and strengths. Working with her has been an outstanding experience.”
Ms. Weasel currently serves as director of occupational health services at Everside Health, one of the largest direct primary care providers in the U.S., operating 385+ health centers in 34 states. Before this, she was occupational program health manager/RN with Healthstat, Inc. Earlier in her career, Ms. Weasel served as director of operations at Premise Health.
Memorial Healthcare System is a public, not-for-profit integrated health system based in Hollywood, FL, founded in 1953 and governed by the South Broward Hospital District’s board of commissioners. It operates multiple hospitals and a broad network of outpatient, primary care, and specialty services across South Florida, providing care in areas such as emergency and trauma, cancer, heart and vascular, maternity, pediatrics, neuroscience, and rehabilitation.
Newland Associates specializes in executive search and talent management solutions. The firm places over 50 executives annually, with a notable presence in the healthcare and non-profit sectors. Newland Associates’ talent management division offers a range of services including executive coaching, assessment, change management, and leader development. With a team of nearly 20 seasoned professionals, the firm serves clients across the United States, the Caribbean, and Latin America.
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Ms. Abreu, an HR consultant and career coach, has experience that extends to education, healthcare, information technology, talent acquisition and management consulting. She has over 18 years of progressive HR experience.
Hope & Help Search
Newland Associates also recently placed Thresa Giles as the new CEO of Hope & Help in Winter Park, FL. Ms. Abreu also the assignment. “We’re honored to share these kind words from Thresa Giles, CEO of Hope & Help, about her experience working with our very own Vanessa Abreu,” the search firm said in a LinkedIn post. “At Newland Associates, we’re committed to aligning talent with purpose. It’s moments like this that remind us why we do what we do. Thank you, Thresa, for trusting us with your journey. And kudos to Vanessa for her incredible dedication and impact.”
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“Thank you, Vanessa, for your exceptional dedication and expertise in finding me a CEO position that not only aligns with my professional goals but also resonates deeply with my moral compass,” said Ms. Giles. “Your unwavering support, insight, and commitment to understanding my values have been nothing short of extraordinary. I am truly grateful for your remarkable work and the difference you have made in my journey.”
“Ms. Giles’ appointment follows a comprehensive search to find the right leader to help the organization grow and expand to fulfill our mission of ending the HIV/STI epidemic and empower everyone to live healthy and stay well,” said Blake Powell, president of the board of directors.
Ms. Giles brings over 30 years of dynamic leadership experience across both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors. With a track record in business operations, financial management, and organizational strategy, she is equipped to lead Hope & Help into its next phase of growth and transformative impact. Most recently, Ms. Giles served as CFO at Stand for Children, Inc.
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Contributed by Scott A. Scanlon, Editor-in-Chief and Dale M. Zupsansky, Executive Editor – Hunt Scanlon Media
