VISTA — Aaron Byzak, a resident of the Tri-City area and longtime healthcare executive, has announced his candidacy for the Tri-City Healthcare District board of directors in the November 2024 election.
Byzak, currently the chief strategist and lead consultant for Galvanized Strategies, a strategic communications consulting firm, has experience in healthcare and community service and aims to improve the quality of care at Tri-City Medical Center.
“I am running for the Tri-City Healthcare District board to be your voice and advocate for change in our healthcare system,” said Byzak. “Our community deserves access to high-quality healthcare services, and I am dedicated to making that a reality.”
Born at Tri-City Medical Center and raised in Carlsbad, Byzak has lived in Carlsbad, Oceanside, and Vista. Byzak has professional experience in emergency medical services and health policy advisory roles to state and local officials. He also spent over 15 years in healthcare executive roles at Tri-City Medical Center and UC San Diego Health.
Byzak said he plans to advocate for improved healthcare services and support the new partnership between Tri-City Healthcare District and an affiliate health system partner, including UC San Diego Health.
According to a statement, Byzak’s campaign focuses on enhancing healthcare quality, improving the patient experience, and redeveloping the hospital’s Oceanside campus while also seeking to restore community confidence in Tri-City Medical Center.
Byzak’s campaign has received support from more than 60 current and former elected officials, community and healthcare leaders, and organizations. Notable endorsements include:
- California State Assemblymember Laurie Davies
- County Supervisor Jim Desmond
- Mayor John Franklin, City of Vista
- Deputy Mayor Ryan Keim, City of Oceanside
- Councilmember Melanie Burkholder, City of Carlsbad
- Former California State Senator Patricia Bates
- Scott Ashton, CEO, Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
- Bret Schanzenbach, CEO, Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce
- Oceanside Police Officers’ Association
- North San Diego County Association of Realtors
- Lincoln Club Business League
“Aaron Byzak has a history of service and leadership in the Tri-City area,” said Mayor John Franklin of Vista. “He brings experience and a commitment to improving the health and well-being of the residents of the Tri-City Healthcare District, and I am proud to endorse him.”
More information about Aaron Byzak’s campaign at AaronByzak.com.
