Cross Country Healthcare, Inc. announced Chris Tyrell as Chief Information Officer to drive enterprise AI and platform strategy.The company advances enterprise technology investments while strengthening execution across AI, automation, and integrated digital platforms. Tyrell brings over 20 years of leadership across workforce solutions, staffing, software, and supply chain technology environments.
Previously, he was employed as the Chief Technology Officer for Eclipse Advantage, where he headed strategic initiatives concerning the company’s platform and enterprise transformation.
He has been involved in system modernization programs centered around automation, operational efficiencies, and business sustainability. His professional background aligns well with Cross Country Healthcare’s goals of scaling innovation and solidifying enterprise technology infrastructures. At Cross Country Healthcare, the expansion of its workforce intelligence platform, Intellify®, is ongoing, as well as improvements to its enterprise technology capabilities for increased visibility and decision support.
Enterprise Technology and Innovation Expansion
“Technology has to do more than support the business. It has to move it,” said Chris Tyrell, Chief Information Officer of Cross Country. “What drew me to Cross Country is the opportunity to help build a more connected, intelligent, and scalable enterprise. The company has real operating depth, strong market relevance, and a clear ambition to lead through better platforms, better data, and smarter execution. That is the kind of foundation you can build on in a meaningful way.”
As CIO, Tyrell leads enterprise technology, overseeing infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI enablement, and system modernization initiatives. He collaborates with leadership teams to strengthen technology systems while accelerating innovation across business and operational functions.
“We are not investing in technology to keep up. We are investing to lead,” said Kevin Clark, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Cross Country. “Chris understands that technology is not a support function. It is a growth lever, an operating lever, and a competitive advantage. He brings the experience, urgency, and execution mindset to help us strengthen the enterprise, scale Intellify, and execute the next phase of our AI and technology roadmap.”
Tyrell’s appointment highlights Cross Country’s commitment to building an intelligent, integrated, and future-ready AI-driven operating model. The company invests in predictive workforce intelligence, automation, interoperability, and digital tools to improve outcomes for clients and teams.
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Source: Businesswire
