AVALA CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER NAMED TO BECKER HOSPITAL REVIEW’S “CHIEF MARKETING OFFICERS TO KNOW 2026” LIST

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 2, 2026
Media Inquiries: Brooke Russell | 985.801.6212 | info@avala.com

Covington, Louisiana – AVALA is pleased to announce that Brooke Russell, MBA, Chief Marketing Officer, has been named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 2026 list of “Chief Marketing Officers to Know.” This prestigious recognition highlights chief marketing officers across the country who bring creative brainpower and strategic rigor to some of healthcare’s most complex organizations.

Ms. Russell serves as Chief Marketing Officer at AVALA, leading a multidisciplinary team responsible for brand strategy, marketing, communications, patient experience, and team member engagement initiatives. Over more than eight years with the organization, her leadership helped evolve AVALA from a local health provider into a recognized healthcare network known for excellence in patient care and organizational culture. Among her most significant contributions, Ms. Russell spearheaded a complete organizational rebranding that resonated both externally and internally.

Looking ahead, Ms. Russell continues to drive AVALA’s growth strategy through data-driven campaigns, creative storytelling, and cross-functional collaboration with clinical and operational leaders. Her work is a key driver behind AVALA’s growing reputation and expanding reach throughout the region.

Under Ms. Russell’s marketing leadership, AVALA has earned an extensive array of recognitions over the years and is also a past recipient of the Northshore “40 Under 40” recognition, underscoring her individual impact and standing as a leader in both the healthcare and business communities.

The complete list of CMOs to Know by Becker’s Hospital Review can be found here.