MORRISVILLE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Affordable Care, LLC, America’s leading consumer-healthcare company exclusively focused on tooth replacement solutions, today announced that Marybeth Hays, a former Walmart senior executive, has joined its board of directors.
Ms. Hays brings more than 25 years of experience in retail, healthcare, and consumer goods to the Affordable Care board. For nearly a decade, she held various roles of increasing P&L responsibility at three of the four operating divisions of Walmart, including most recently as Executive Vice President of Consumables and Health & Wellness for Walmart U.S., and as Chief Merchandising, Marketing, and Supply Chain Officer for Walmart China. Prior to that, Ms. Hays served as Senior Vice President/General Merchandising Manager for two Walmart U.S. divisions and at Sam’s Club, as Merchandising Vice President at Lowe’s Companies, Inc., and held brand management roles as Vice President of Marketing at HanesBrands, Inc.
“We are extremely fortunate to welcome Marybeth to the Affordable Care board of directors,” said Gene Kirtser, Chief Executive Officer, Affordable Care. “Her background as an experienced senior leader with a track record for accelerating growth will bring a tremendous amount of expertise and value to Affordable Care as we continue to expand in the market.”
Ms. Hays’ portfolio career comprises corporate board work, consulting and volunteer service. She recently joined the board of directors of JOANN Stores, Inc. Ms. Hays is also the current Board Executive Chair of Sneez, LLC, and serves on the board of directors for Leapfrog Brands and Decowraps, as well as the advisory board of Pocket Naloxone Corp. She is an executive-in-residence with Kearney, and works directly with clients through her company, Hays Advising LLC. She earned both her M.B.A. and B.A. from Wake Forest University and is the Chairperson for the Board of Visitors for the Wake Forest University School of Business.
“Throughout my career, my focus on retail and consumer products has been centered on a passion for customers, a positive leadership style, and consistently exceeding financial goals,” said Ms. Hays. “I’m excited to bring my experience and contribute to the future success of Affordable Care.”
About Affordable Care
Founded in 1975, Affordable Care, LLC is America’s leading consumer-healthcare company exclusively focused on tooth replacement solutions, serving affiliated dentists at more than 350 practices in 41 states. Each practice has an on-site dental laboratory, allowing the practice to provide same day dental services that transform patient lives. Visit affordablecare.com.
