Behind the Scenes at Howard County Hospital with Kirsten Baier

What does it take to fund the growing healthcare needs of an entire community? KirstenBaier, Vice President of the Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Foundation, joinsLinda Ostovitz to discuss the critical role philanthropy plays in healthcare and whyfundraising is essential to improving patient care, expanding services, and supportinghospital growth.Drawing from her experience in nonprofit development, public health, and healthcarephilanthropy, Kirsten shares how donor relationships are built, how charitable investmentshelp fund major projects, and why transparency and community engagement are key tosuccessful fundraising. She also explains Maryland’s unique hospital reimbursement model,the challenges facing modern healthcare systems, and how community support helps bridgethe gap between growing demand and available resources.Whether you are a nonprofit leader, healthcare professional, philanthropist, businessexecutive, or community advocate, this conversation offers valuable insights intoleadership, relationship building, strategic fundraising, and the lasting impact of giving backlocally.Follow and subscribe to Real Talk Real Growth wherever you listen to podcasts. Newepisodes feature practical conversations with leaders who are creating meaningful impactin business and their communities. If this episode resonates with you, leave a five-starreview and share it with someone who is passionate about leadership, healthcare, orcommunity engagement.