Don Glidewell brings over twenty years of leadership and entrepreneurial experience to the long-term care (LTC) industry. As the founder of Blue Purpose, Glidewell and his teams have developed a revolutionary software platform specifically designed for the senior care sector called VIBE. The VIBE platform has markedly improved care quality and operational efficiencies, reflecting his profound dedication to enhancing the healthcare landscape for both providers and recipients.
Glidewell has joined the Tampa Bay Economic Development Council (EDC) Board of Directors, reflecting Blue Purpose's ongoing commitment to supporting economic growth, innovation, and collaboration throughout the Tampa Bay region and beyond, with a particular focus on advancing the area's rapidly expanding healthcare and technology sectors.
Career History
- Founder and CEO of Blue Purpose (current)
- Owner and CEO of Think Anew, an IT solutions company for the senior care community, since 2007
- Led Think Anew to recognition as one of Inc. Magazine's fastest growing top 5000 companies
- Moved to the Jackson area in 1999 to work for Magnolia Management, a long-term care company
Throughout his distinguished career, Glidewell has been named Mississippi's Top CEO and Top Entrepreneur. He received Florida's Business Ambassador Award from Governor Rick Scott and the Mississippi Healthcare Hero Award. Additionally, Don holds multiple patents in the emergency preparedness field, including Blue Purpose's first-ever high-availability mobile disaster communication system, BOOMBOX.
What Don Glidewell could bring to Tampa Bay EDC Board: With over two decades of healthcare technology leadership, expertise in digital transformation for senior care, and demonstrated success building innovation-focused companies serving healthcare organizations, Glidewell brings deep operational and strategic insights that position him to advance the Tampa Bay region's healthcare and life sciences sectors while leveraging his extensive network of long-term care industry leaders.
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