LifeStance appoints Vaughn Paunovich as CTO

LifeStance (LFST) Health announced that Vaughn Paunovich will join the company as CTO, effective Monday, June 9. Paunovich will lead LifeStance’s end-to-end technology strategy, ensuring that the organization continues to deliver a best-in-class technology experience for its patients and clinicians. Paunovich is an experienced health care technology executive with over 25 years of experience leading digital transformation initiatives. Most recently, he served as EVP, Enterprise Platforms at Amwell, where he was responsible for leading the product and technology teams as they drove digital transformation for patients, clinicians, payor and provider organizations. Prior to Amwell, Paunovich spent ten years at UnitedHealth Group in a variety of leadership roles including Chief Information Officer of Optum Health, where he led technology and innovation spanning the provider and patient care ecosystem. Paunovich replaces Pablo Pantaleoni, who is stepping down from his role. Since joining the company in 2020, Pantaleoni played a pivotal role in LifeStance’s digital transformation, with a focus on building an exceptional digital experience for both patients and clinicians. Pantaleoni will work closely with Paunovich to ensure a seamless transition.