Speaker for April 18, 2011

Chet P. Hewitt is the president and CEO of Sierra Health Foundation in Sacramento, California.  Since joining the foundation in 2007, Chet has developed and implemented strategies in response to the economic downturn’s impact on the foundation’s endowment and the communities it serves.  He has better-aligned the foundation’s assets with its mission, initiated new policy and responsive investment programs, and increased the percentage of total expenditures directed toward grantmaking.

Born and raised in New York City, Chet credits life experiences as the source of his commitment to serve those less fortunate than himself.  In addition to his work, he enjoys cycling and gardening. Chet has been married to his wife, Laura, for seven years and is an active partner in raising their sons, Chet and Stephan.