Reeve Waud is a seasoned private equity investor and the independent chairman of the board for Acadia Healthcare. As the founder of Waud Capital Partners, Waud has built a highly successful investment portfolio, focusing on health care and business services. His leadership at Acadia Healthcare has been pivotal since its inception, helping the company grow to operate over 250 facilities in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Waud's deep experience in corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic growth has made him a key figure in Acadia’s continued success. He also facilitated Acadia’s expansion into international markets, helping the company serve thousands of patients daily.