Mt. Vernon, IL. (May 25, 2026) — SSM Health Foundation – Southern Illinois is proud to celebrate several Foundation Board Trustees who have recently been recognized for their outstanding leadership, service, and impact across the region.
These honors reflect the meaningful contributions these individuals make both within SSM Health, and through their service locally, and even globally.
- Bryan Stirewalt has been appointed as the new Independent Non-Executive Chairman of the Julius Baer Middle East Board of Directors, underscoring an ongoing commitment to excellence in financial leadership. Julius Baer is one of the largest wealth managers in the Dubai Financial Security Authority.
- Gregg Winn was named to the 2026 St. Louis Titan 100, a recognition reserved for top CEOs and C-level executives demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and community impact.
- Rex Cusumano received the President’s Award at the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce’s 105th Annual Awards Banquet, honoring his leadership and contributions to the community.
- Tony Wielt was named Small Businessperson of the Year by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, recognizing his commitment to local business growth and community engagement.
- Dr. Maryann Langenfeld received the 2026 Distinguished Alumnus Award from Kaskaskia College, honoring her lifelong leadership, service, and commitment to advancing education and opportunity.
- Kim McMillan was recently recognized for her exceptional leadership and dedication during her tenure as board chairperson of the SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation from 2017 through 2025. Under her leadership, the Foundation raised millions of dollars to support a transformative expansion of the Emergency Department and the new Sr. Clarette Healing Garden at St. Mary’s Hospital. McMillan continues to actively serve on the SSM Health Foundation – Southern Illinois Board of Directors.
“We’re incredibly proud of our SSM Health Foundation – Southern Illinois Board Trustees and the leadership they demonstrate within SSM Health, throughout our local region, and even internationally,” said Kay Zibby-Damron, Director of the SSM Health Foundation – Southern Illinois. “Each of these individuals give far more than what anyone ever sees, offering their time, service, wisdom, and remarkable generosity to others. I know how deeply each of them care about people, about community, and about high-quality health care close to home. It’s a privilege to walk alongside leaders with such generous hearts, and we are grateful for all they do to strengthen Southern Illinois.”
The SSM Health Foundation – Southern Illinois works to build meaningful relationships and inspire philanthropic support that advances patient care, strengthens community health initiatives, and ensures access to high quality healthcare close to home.
To learn more about or support the Foundation, visit givetossmhealth.org and select ‘Illinois.’
About SSM Health in Illinois
SSM Health Illinois is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities across southern Illinois through a robust and fully integrated health care delivery system. The organization’s 1,000 team members and more than 100 providers are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing God’s healing presence to everyone they serve.
About SSM Health
Nationally recognized for quality and innovation, SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit, fully integrated health system working to advance health equity and empower all people to achieve their full potential.
With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin, SSM Health provides convenient access to high-quality community-based services as well as world-class academic medicine, clinical trials, and research studies. The organization’s footprint includes hospitals, physician offices, outpatient and virtual care services, senior care, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a fully transparent pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company, and an accountable care organization. As one of the largest employers in every community it serves, the organization’s 40,000 team members and 15,000 providers are dedicated to fulfilling SSM Health’s Mission: “Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God.” For more information, visit ssmhealth.com, find us on Facebook or follow us on LinkedIn.
