BGH transitions to new CEO John Hennessy

SANDPOINT — Bonner General Health's board of directors has named John Hennessy to serve as the hospital's new chief executive officer.

Hennessy, who has served as BGH's chief financial officer for the past seven years, will replace current CEO Sheryl Rickard in the position. Rickard announced in October that she was retiring effective Dec. 15.

“It's a tremendous honor and privilege for me to serve as the chief executive officer of a hospital that has such a long and proud history of providing quality, compassionate care to our community," Hennessy said. "I'm also honored to continue building on the legacy of Sheryl Rickard. Sheryl’s 37 years of leadership here have positioned BGH for continued success well into the future.”