OC Executive Team
Meet Our Executive Team in OC
Annette M. Walker, M.H.A.
President, City of Hope Orange County
Annette Walker is the visionary health care leader behind City of Hope’s comprehensive cancer campus and regional network in Orange County. Prior to joining City of Hope, she served as President of Strategy for Providence St. Joseph Health, where she was instrumental in bringing together two noted health organizations to form the nation’s third largest health system. She is the recipient of numerous health care, leadership and innovation honors. Modern Healthcare magazine recognized her as one of the 100 most influential leaders in U.S. health care and one of the 25 most influential women leaders.
Edward S. Kim, M.D., M.B.A.
Physician-in-Chief, City of Hope Orange County
Dr. Edward S. Kim holds a dual role as Physician-in-Chief for City of Hope Orange County and Vice Physician-in-Chief for City of Hope National Medical Center. He is an esteemed physician executive who is also among the country’s foremost researchers in personalized therapies for lung, head, and neck cancers.
Wendy Austin
Senior Vice President, Operations, City of Hope Orange County
An executive with extensive experience managing top academic cancer centers, Wendy oversees the clinical operations of the Orange County campus and network. Throughout her career, she has led patient-focused initiatives that have positively impacted clinical quality, administrative operations, and medical research.
Annette Morgan
Chief Administrative Officer, City of Hope Orange County
Annette leads administrative operations and manages the strategy, design, and development of the cancer campus and network. An executive whose commitment is deeply tied to community wellness and innovation, she has extensive experience in leading the design and market entry of new health care services.
Larry Zeiber
Vice President, Philanthropy, City of Hope Orange County
A development executive who has managed multi-billion-dollar fundraising efforts at major institutions, Larry leads the fundraising for City of Hope Orange County. He is committed to growing individual and corporate contributions, expanding our donor base, and solidifying relationships with the philanthropic community.
Nisha Morris
Vice President, Marketing and Communications, City of Hope Orange County
Three-times named one of the top public relations professionals in the country, Nisha leads the marketing and communications for our world-class cancer campus and network of care in Orange County. Noted for her highly strategic approach, Nisha focuses on building awareness, expanding City of Hope’s reputation, and establishing new partnerships.
CYNTHIA POWERS
Vice President, Associate Chief Nursing Officer, City of Hope Orange County
Cynthia is responsible for ensuring clinical excellence across the continuum of cancer care. She implements programs and processes that support our vision of transforming the delivery of cancer care and serving as a best practice for the nation. Describing herself as a servant leader, Cynthia explains that her priority is to motivate and develop her teams so that they can best support the organization’s mission and vision.
Darrin Godin
Chief of Staff, City of Hope Orange County
Known for building cohesive teams, cultures, and experiences for major health and nonprofit organizations, Darrin has a long history of being a trusted advisor for senior executives. In his role, he provides executive-level management, strategic support, advice, thought-partnership and consultation to the Office of the President of City of Hope Orange County.