VHI's Team

Kyle Russell is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Virginia Health Information (VHI), the non-profit organization which operates the Commonwealth's Health Information Exchange (HIE), Emergency Department Care Coordination Program (EDCCP), All Payer Claims Database (APCD) and several other data collection systems. He joined VHI in 2013 and has previously held roles within the organization overseeing strategic partnerships, analytical reporting and program performance. Prior to joining VHI, Kyle managed revenue cycle operations at Hospital Corporation of America (HCA). He holds a Masters of Science in Decision Analytics and a Bachelors of Science in Finance from Virginia Commonwealth University where he was a Dean's Scholar awardee. He serves as adjunct faculty within the VCU Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program, has been published in several academic journals including Health Affairs and sits on the Board of Directors for the National Association of Health Data Organizations (NAHDO) and Covenant Woods Continuing Care Retirement Community. Kyle lives in Hanover County with his wife, daughter and golden retriever.

Updated: January 2022

Hello! I'm Deborah Waite, Chief Operating Officer, with Virginia Health Information since our beginning in 1993. I'm passionate about my job and am hands on with every aspect of the business including data collection, financial management and using my creative energies in our marketing and communications. I especially enjoy the collaborative efforts with VHI's HIE partners, state agencies and national organizations. Just as Chief Operating Officer requires me to multi-task, the job of wife, mother of three and Gigi of an active seven year old requires me to wear many hats as well. On weekends, I retreat to my little piece of paradise outside Farmville where I unplug and enjoy nature. Whether I'm in my backyard, attending my granddaughter's gymnastics events or staying off the grid in the country, creating memories with my family is where I like to be when I'm not with my VHI family.

Updated: March 2024

After recently graduating from Virginia Tech with a Bachelors of Science degree in Business Information Technology, Nicole Fawcett joined the VHI team in June 2018 as the Senior Business Analyst. Nicole is primarily responsible for using reporting and analysis tools to assist in providing healthcare data from the All- Payers Claim Database (APCD) for a variety of purposes. Feeling passionate about VHI's mission, Nicole is excited to be starting her career at VHI and is looking forward to growing with the organization. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her parents, six sisters, and extended family in Northern Virginia, or exploring Richmond as her new home.

Updated: May 2022

In her role as the Director of Reporting & Analytics at VHI, Dawniece will lead VHI's data analysis initiatives and shape our data reporting strategy. She will oversee a dedicated team committed to unlocking the power of data, ensuring its effective utilization. She will also serve as the primary point of contact for VHI's critical data collection programs, fostering essential collaborations with external organizations, including the All-Payer Claims Database (APCD) and Patient Level Data (PLD).

Before starting her journey with VHI, Dawniece served as the Director of Strategic Planning and Business Development for VCU Health System. She has a Master of Public Health in Health Management and Policy from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing from Iowa State University.

Outside of her professional endeavors, she cherishes time spent with loved ones, dedicates herself to community volunteer work, and channels her creativity through various art forms. Her intellectual curiosity finds its outlet in the pages of nonfiction books and in the world of history through engaging podcasts. And in her free time she enjoys taking leisurely walks through her charming Petersburg neighborhood with her fiancé.

Updated: November 2023

Nicole Allen joined VHI as the organization's Healthcare Accountant in September 2020. She is responsible for reviewing the Efficiency and Productivity Information Collection System (EPICS) on ambulatory surgical centers, hospitals and nursing facilities. She attended the State University of New York College at Cortland and received her undergraduate degree in sports management. She received her Master's of Business Administration in professional accounting from Canisius College in Buffalo, New York. Originally from Derby, New York, a small town outside of Buffalo, Nicole moved to Fredericksburg, Virginia in 2017 when her husband relocated for work. The two spent three years debating on whether to move North or South of Fredericksburg and decided on Richmond, Virginia after the city reminded them of Buffalo. In her free time, she enjoys attending any sporting events and anything involving great food and the beach.

Updated: March 2022

Updated: November 2023

Brittany began working at VHI in April 2020 to support the organization’s various data collections. She is VHI’s Data Reporting Specialist and works primarily with the collection, quality, and publication of efficiency and productivity information, annual licensure survey data, and prescription drug price transparency data. In this role, Brittany interacts and builds relationships with 650+ licensed healthcare facilities in Virginia and over 300 pharmaceutical organizations. Originally from a small agricultural town in Southeast Virginia, Brittany is passionate about rural healthcare and is excited about the impact that VHI’s data and information has on rural health consumers and facilities across the state. Brittany obtained a Bachelor of Science in Business Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management from Virginia Tech. She is currently studying to obtain a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Mary Baldwin University. In her free time, Brittany enjoys spending time with her friends and family in the Outer Banks.


Updated: July 2022

Alansia joined VHI in March 2024 as a Data Reporting Analyst.

Possessing a BSN degree, Alansia brings a wealth of experience from her dedicated tenure as a Registered Nurse where her commitment to patient care took root. With a specific focus on influencing positive patient outcomes, she seamlessly integrates her nursing background with her skills in data analytics.

Outside of her professional commitments, Alansia finds joy in the simple moments. A Virginia native, she takes pride in being a devoted wife and loving dog mom, cherishing her close bonds with family and friends. Beyond business hours, Alansia enjoys cooking, discovering new places, engaging in games, researching her personal curiosities and indulging in the timeless melodies of older music. Her journey symbolizes a harmonious blend of dedication to healthcare and a profound appreciation for data insights.

Updated: March 2024

Updated: November 2023

Marcus started working at VHI in February of 2022 to support the Emergency Department Care Coordination (EDCC) Program and other VHI services. He serves as the primary contact for newly participating organizations in the EDCC Program and helps cultivate relationships across healthcare settings to ensure that VHI's services are providing value to their participants. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from James Madison University and a Graduate Certificate in Healthcare Management from the University of Virginia. Before starting at VHI, he worked at VCU Health and UVA Health, where he provided project management skills to assist in coordinating process improvement and coordinating different initiatives. He is a published academic writer with projects focusing on e-health and the expansion of different telehealth use cases. Marcus is a Virginia native who comes from Madison County but enjoys all the perks of living in the state capitol with the mountains or the beach only a couple hours away.

Updated: March 2022

Hannah Matty joined VHI in July of 2022 as our organization's Operations Coordinator. In her role, Hannah oversees the organization's public relations and human resources departments, coordinates the data collection for the Hospital Emergency Department CPT Code Data Reporting (HB 910) annual report and assists with cultivating relationships and outreach for the EDCC program. Before coming to VHI she worked as a registered nurse on VCU's trauma surgery unit, and has a background in nonprofit grant program management. Hannah is passionate about how access to healthcare data positively influences patient outcomes, and helps to ensure quality care across healthcare systems. Originally from Woodbridge, Virginia, Hannah now lives in Richmond's west end with her husband and two daughters. In her free time, she enjoys going on adventures and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Updated: September 2022

Updated: November 2023

Becca Peterson serves as VHI’s Client Services Specialist, working closely with APCD and PLD subscribers. Becca’s professional experience includes client management and event coordination. In her free time, Becca enjoys hosting dinner parties, traveling and frequenting dog parks with “Waffles,” her Pembroke Welsh Corgi.

Updated: November 2023

Dylan joined VHI in February 2021 as the organization's Operations Assistant where he assists the Program Administration Specialist. With a six-year background in the hospitality industry, he has a lot of knowledge and experience in customer service that he plans to utilize in his current role. Dylan's interest in working with a non-profit sparked during his time at Oxfam, a global organization to end injustices of poverty, while he was living abroad in Jakarta, Indonesia. Living abroad with his family until he was 18 years old, Dylan does not have a “hometown” in the traditional sense, but considers Yokosuka-shi, Japan, where he was born, to be his hometown. His favorite thing to do in Richmond is enjoy Miyakazi Mondays at the Byrd Theatre during the Winter to watch studio Ghibli movies on the big screen. In his free time, Dylan likes to play tennis, practice mindfulness in a quiet space, discover music from around the globe or read with a fresh cup of coffee or green tea. His mother and sister live in Clear Water, Florida and he frequently visits to spend time with them while relishing on the beach and breathing in the salty air.

Updated: March 2021

Kelly Richards started working at Virginia Health Information in July 2019 to support the programs of VHI, including Virginia’s Health Information Exchange. As VHI's HIE Services Manager, Kelly, is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operational systems, processes and infrastructure for all HIE Services at VHI. Kelly provides behind the scenes process enhancement and development of tools that support programs that benefit patients in Virginia's healthcare system, as well as, supports the HIE Services team. Due to Kelly's background in software administration, quality assurance and experience in medical laboratories, Kelly provides structure for the HIE and its growth. Kelly is a Certified Cyber Security Architect. She enjoys spending her free time kayaking, exploring Virginia’s State Parks with her dog and enjoying live music with friends.

Updated: September 2022

Jillian (Capucao) Rider joined VHI in August 2016 as the Senior Epidemiology Analyst. She analyzes and assists with the development of reports and infographics utilizing patient level data (PLD) and/or the Virginia All Payer Claims Database (APCD). She holds a Masters in Public Health from Eastern Virginia Medical School and a Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education and Exercise Science from Virginia Commonwealth University. Before becoming a part of the VHI team, Jillian held positions at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital and the Virginia Department of Health. When she's not in the office, Jillian loves visiting her hometown of Virginia Beach and spending time with her family. She also enjoys playing tennis.

Updated: April 2024