Vaughn Paunovich serves as Chief Technology Officer at LifeStance Health Group, Inc., a leading provider of outpatient mental health care services across the United States. With over two decades of experience in healthcare technology, Paunovich brings deep expertise in electronic health records (EHR), telehealth platforms, and data analytics to drive LifeStance's digital transformation. In his role, he oversees the company's technology strategy, engineering teams, and product development, ensuring scalable, secure systems that enhance patient access to care, clinician efficiency, and data-driven insights for personalized treatment. Prior to joining LifeStance in 2021, Paunovich held senior leadership positions at Cerner Corporation, where he spearheaded the development of behavioral health solutions integrated into Cerner's Millennium platform. His tenure there included leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative EHR modules that improved clinical workflows and patient outcomes for mental health providers nationwide. Paunovich also contributed to strategic initiatives at other health tech firms, focusing on interoperability standards like FHIR and cloud-based infrastructures. Under Paunovich's leadership at LifeStance, the company has accelerated its telehealth capabilities and AI-enhanced tools, enabling seamless virtual care delivery amid growing demand for mental health services. His achievements include optimizing technology stacks to support rapid expansion to over 600 centers, reducing downtime by 40%, and fostering partnerships with key vendors to advance population health management. Paunovich's vision emphasizes ethical AI integration and cybersecurity, positioning LifeStance at the forefront of value-based mental health care.