Education Management Solutions Appoints Louis Faustini as New Chief Executive Officer
Education Management Solutions Welcomes Louis Faustini as New CEO
On April 8, 2025, Education Management Solutions (EMS), a leading name in healthcare simulation and competency management platforms, proudly announced the appointment of Louis Faustini as its new Chief Executive Officer. This significant change comes as part of EMS's commitment to advancing healthcare simulation solutions, ensuring that they remain at the forefront of the industry.
Transition in Leadership
Louis Faustini steps into the role of CEO, succeeding Matt Merino, who has contributed significantly to EMS's progress over the past three years. Merino will not depart from the organization altogether; instead, he will transition to the position of Executive Advisor. His deep understanding of the company will help facilitate a smooth transition while providing ongoing support during this critical phase.
As Faustini takes the helm, he brings with him over 25 years of executive and operational experience, focusing on the growth and development of technology-driven business solutions. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a remarkable ability to build organizations grounded in the principles of people development, best-practice solutions, and customer service. With a commitment to continuous improvement, Faustini's leadership is expected to drive EMS towards its vision of becoming an innovative leader in healthcare education.
Faustini’s Dynamic Background
Before joining EMS, Faustini held influential roles at various technology-enabled solutions companies, including serving as the Chief Executive and Operating Officer at Soroc Technology. In this position, he successfully led a vital transformation initiative, ensuring the company integrated seamlessly with other businesses under its umbrella. His previous experiences also include key leadership roles at Data Intensity, an ERP Managed Service Provider, and CompuCom Systems.
Faustini’s impressive track record of guiding organizations through significant transitions and bolstering their operational efficiency positions him well to lead EMS into a new chapter of innovation and growth.
A Vision for the Future
Upon his appointment, Faustini expressed palpable enthusiasm for joining EMS, highlighting the company's longstanding reputation for delivering powerful and innovative technology solutions. In his own words, he stated, "I am truly excited to join EMS, a company that has always been at the forefront of delivering powerful and innovative technology-enabled solutions. EMS is well-positioned to continue leading the way in healthcare simulation."
He also emphasized his commitment to building on the strong foundation established by his predecessors and driving further advancements that would empower clients to enhance their training programs and achieve institutional goals. His approach focuses on understanding market demands and tailoring solutions that meet the evolving needs of the healthcare education sector.
Continued Legacy and Growth
Reflecting on the leadership transition, former CEO Matt Merino expressed confidence in Faustini's ability to uphold and advance EMS's legacy of excellence. He noted, "I have full conviction in Lou's leadership and commitment to continuing EMS's legacy of excellence. His expertise in driving efficiency and delivering cost-effective solutions aligns perfectly with our mission to support higher education, healthcare systems, and government institutions."
This transition marks an exciting new phase for EMS, which has built its reputation as a leading provider of healthcare simulation solutions. EMS’s innovative offerings integrate seamlessly with various manikin manufacturers and learning management systems, providing tailored, state-of-the-art solutions that cater to an array of educational needs, both on-premises and in the cloud.
As the company moves forward under Faustini's leadership, the team at EMS is poised to explore new frontiers in healthcare simulation technology, ultimately contributing to a higher standard of training and education in the healthcare sector.