Board of Trustees & Executive Leadership
Valor Health is governed by its Board of Trustees, appointed by the Board of Gem County Commissioners (the “County Board”) for three years. They then remain on the board until a successor is appointed and qualified. Members of the Valor Health Board must be county residents and are selected from various county localities. The Board, at its discretion, may change the number of board members to a minimum of five members and a maximum of fifteen.
The Valor Health Board is charged with the hospital’s care, custody, upkeep, management, and operations. The Board is responsible for all money the hospital receives, must provide monthly financial reports to the County Board, and must publish an annual financial statement reflecting the hospital’s financial operations. The board meets on the last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 a.m.
The current officers and members of the hospital board are as follows:
Shane Roe – Chair
David Shaw – Past Chair
Matt Tucker- Vice Chair
Judy Barbera
Earl DeFur
Suzi Morgan
David Frisbee
Hoss White
Kirk Willie- County Commissioner
Brad Turpen- Valor Health CEO
Dr. Robin Sebastian- Medical Staff President
As per Idaho statute 74-204, the notice for meetings and agendas shall also be posted electronically if the entity maintains an online presence through a website or a social media platform.
The last Tuesday of each month is 7:00 p.m. at Valor Health Community Education Classroom, 1024 Fernlee Street, Emmett, Idaho 83617. The public is invited to attend. For agendas and meeting notes, please visit our Board Meeting page.
Executive Leadership
Brad Turpen, FACHE, FACMPE
Brad joined Valor Health in June 2015. Brad chose healthcare after his military service, to continue working in a mission-driven career, focused on people and community. Brad chose Valor Health to be part of a smaller organization, where he could have a better opportunity to impact the patients and families that we serve.
Brad is a Fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) and a Fellow in the American College of Medical Practice Executives. His healthcare career has spanned private medical groups, hospital-owned medical groups, and public hospital administration.
Brad grew up in the Treasure Valley and pursued a bachelor’s degree in Management from the Air Force Academy, after which he served active duty for six years. He earned a master’s degree in Business Administration from Utah State University and has been working in Healthcare Administration since 2002.
Brad is currently the Immediate Past President of the Idaho Healthcare Executive Forum, the state ACHE chapter. Brad is also an Idaho Medical Group Management Association Past President, having volunteered on the IMGMA Board from 2006-2012. He also served as a Commissioner for Boise City Parks and Recreation from 2011-2015.
Brad and his wife, Tara, love raising their three very active daughters. Brad spends most of his free time coaching youth sports and is a certified USA Softball ACE Level 3 coach. When he and Tara are not coaching, you can find them enjoying Idaho’s beautiful outdoors, especially biking, skiing, and fishing.
Matt Godfrey, MHPA, CMPE
Matt has served in positions in healthcare administration in the Pacific Northwest and Idaho over the past sixteen years. He has worked in both the hospital and medical group sides and has a special interest in rural healthcare. He has chosen to work within not-for-profit organizations as he feels like his work there is not just a job but more of a calling.
Matt is a Certified Medical Practice Executive with the Medical Group Management Association (MGMA) and has also volunteered with the organization. He has received training related to LEAN, Culture Change and Engagement, and enjoys his opportunities to serve and mentor and utilize that knowledge.
Matt grew up in Eastern Idaho and chose to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Biology from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah which when completed he earned a master’s degree in Health Policy and Administration from Washington State University in Spokane Washington.
Matt has directed the creation or merger of several clinics in the Treasure Valley and is passionate about growing services and fostering an environment of improved care access for patients. He is a servant leader who listens and believes in gathering the best ideas to solve problems.
Matt and his wife, Sara, have four beautiful children. Matt has been a community volunteer in the BSA and with his church, and as a parent coach with the YMCA and Meridian PAL. He enjoys supporting his kids in their sports and artistic endeavors, and loves the great outdoors including skiing, mountain biking, disc golf, camping and fishing.
Kathy Prindle, MSN RN
Kathy Prindle joined Valor Health in April 2016, bringing a unique blend of clinical expertise and corporate finance experience to her role. After a successful career in finance, Kathy was drawn to healthcare by her lifelong desire to help others. She began her journey at the bedside and has since advanced through various nursing leadership roles.
As Executive Director of Clinical Services, Kathy provides executive oversight and strategic guidance for all clinical departments at Valor Health. A seasoned and passionate nurse leader, she is committed to fostering a positive organizational culture, supporting clinical teams, and developing future leaders within the organization.
Kathy’s diverse clinical background includes acute care, orthopedics, obstetrics, emergency services, and case management. Her leadership is shaped by hands-on hospital experience and informed by her business acumen, making her a strong advocate for both quality care and operational excellence.
Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Kathy began her education with a degree in Biology with a Healthcare Emphasis, followed by a nursing degree, and later earned her Master’s in Nursing Leadership and Education from Northwest Nazarene University. She and her husband, Brandon, have called Idaho home since 1999. Together, they have raised a large, loving family that includes four sons, a daughter, two nieces, and are now enjoying time with their growing number of grandchildren. Kathy finds joy in exploring the Idaho outdoors, especially camping and spending time with family.
Michael Sokolowski, FACHE, CHFP, PCC
Michael joined Valor Health in August 2025. He originally pursued a career in healthcare with the goal of becoming a physician, but over time developed a passion for supporting frontline caregivers through leadership in healthcare administration- specifically in financial operations. He chose Valor Health to be part of a highly capable team dedicated to solving complex challenges and serving a community that genuinely values connection and compassion.
Michael is a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE), a Certified Healthcare Financial Professional (CHFP), and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). His 20+ year healthcare career spans military medicine, hospital operations, outpatient services, and headquarters-level financial oversight, including executive roles across $2 billion+ healthcare systems and rural critical access hospitals.
Michael grew up in Wenatchee, Washington, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management from Saint Leo University, followed by an MBA in Healthcare Management from the University of Scranton. He also holds a graduate certificate in Executive and Professional Coaching from the University of Texas at Dallas.
Throughout his career, Michael has remained committed to community service. He has led small groups at church, coached his children’s sports teams, served on nonprofit boards, and partnered with schools to support educational programs.
Michael and his wife, Cassie, are raising four children spanning from elementary school to university. In his free time, he enjoys spending time outdoors- hiking, fishing, running, reading, and cheering on his favorite baseball teams.