Aegis Health Group has appointed Casandra Graham as its vice president of business development. 

Graham will be responsible for the Nashville-based company's business expansion in the western region of the United States.

Previously, Graham served as a provider client executive for OPTUM Inc. and as associate market director for AIM Healthcare Services Inc.

Graham earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications and telecommunications from Purdue University.

“She brings an in-depth understanding of the healthcare industry, sales, and marketing and a commitment to helping hospitals grow market share and drive revenues,” Pearson Talbert, Aegis president and CEO, said in a release.

Aegis provides hospitals with infrastructure, technology and staff support to implement population health management programs.