We are proud to share extraordinary news for Columbia Basin Health Association and for our community. Nieves Gomez, CEO of CBHA, has been named a Best and Brightest CEO in the Nation by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR). This prestigious national recognition honors exceptional executive leadership, visionary strategy, and measurable organizational excellence. The designation is awarded following an extensive independent research review evaluating:

1. Customer Relationships
2. Brand Affinity and Trust
3. Financial Achievement and Growth
4. Strategic Planning and Market Adaptability
5. People and Processes

For more than 25 years, the Best and Brightest programs have benchmarked executive performance across the country, identifying leaders whose organizations demonstrate alignment with the highest standards of innovation, operational strength, and sustainable growth. Jennifer Kluge, President and CEO of NABR, shared: “We look for proven results, inspiring others, and financial aptitude in the scoring process. Receiving this honor is a true testament to these ideals.”

Nieves will be featured in the Q1 2026 edition of Corp! Magazine.

But that is not all…

We are also proud to celebrate another incredible milestone for our organization.

Please join us in also congratulating Nieves on being recognized as a Tri-Cities People of Influence honoree.

This recognition is more than a personal achievement, it reflects the impact of mission-driven leadership in our community. At CBHA, leadership is not about titles. It is about stewardship. It is about standing firm in moments of scrutiny. It is about choosing patients first, even when the work is complex. And it is about building teams who care deeply about the people we serve.

Nieves’ recognition highlights the strength of our organization; our clinicians, care teams, support staff, leaders, and community partners, all working together to advance access, equity, and excellence in care. Under his leadership, CBHA has continued to expand services, strengthen operations, and invest in the long-term health of our region. This award reflects not just influence, but integrity.