Core Solutions (Core), a leader in AI-enhanced EHR solutions for the behavioral health industry, and OPEN MINDS, a national market intelligence and services firm, announced the formation of Core Solutions' AI Innovation Advisory Board. This strategic initiative aims to accelerate the responsible integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into behavioral health—focusing on mental health, substance use disorder (SUD), and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)—with a strong commitment to ethical practices.

As part of Core's AI governance, the AI Innovation Advisory Board will provide strategic guidance to ensure the Cx360 AI platform continues to address the evolving needs of the behavioral health sector. The board will bring together industry experts and thought leaders to drive ethical AI governance, promote best practices, and advance AI education in behavioral health—all aimed at improving care delivery and outcomes.

Members include:

• Mike Baker, Chief Executive Officer, Heritage Health – Family Support Services
• Stacy Doolin, Chief Human Resources Officer, LifeSkills
• Cindy Ehlers, Chief Operations Officer, Trillium Health Resources
• Alicia Fellows, Chief Executive Officer, Person Centered Services
• Rick Hankey, President and Chief Executive Officer, LifeStream Behavioral Center, Inc.
• Regan Kelly, President and Chief Executive Officer, NorthEast Treatment Centers
• Elizabeth Mauro, Chief Executive Officer, Endeavor Health Services
• Patrick Maynard, President and Chief Executive Officer, I Am Boundless, Inc
• Rajnish Mandrelle, Chief Operations Officer, Association for Individual Development

"The formation of our AI Advisory Board marks a significant milestone in our commitment to improving mental health and substance use disorder care through technology," said Ravi Ganesan, Founder and CEO of Core Solutions. "Our goal is to collaborate with behavioral health leaders to identify barriers, promote ethical AI applications, and drive industry-wide adoption of AI solutions that truly enhance client care and outcomes."

"We're looking forward to working with the Core Solutions team and the new Core Solutions AI Advisory Board on developing a framework to disseminate this emerging technology and better serve consumers with behavioral health and cognitive conditions," said OPEN MINDS CEO Monica E. Oss. "The Advisory Board was created to provide expertise to guide the development of AI-enabled tools, while leveraging their benefits and establishing the technical and ethical guardrails needed for long-term success."

The board's primary objectives include:

• Accelerating Responsible AI Adoption: Identify practical enablers and challenges to AI integration, fostering peer exchange of insights and best practices.
• Strengthening Market Intelligence and Responsiveness: Offer strategic input to help refine product direction, positioning, and messaging based on real-world provider needs.
• Shaping the Evolution of Core's AI Platform: Provide guidance to ensure the Cx360 AI platform is purpose-built to support the unique needs of behavioral health providers.
• Contributing to Industry Dialogue Around AI: Support knowledge-sharing and thought leadership through participation in Core and OPEN MINDS events, as well as other key industry forums.
• Advancing AI Education in Behavioral Health: Promote awareness and understanding of AI through collaborative reports, workshops, and discussions on regulatory developments.

Core Solutions is honored to be joined by a distinguished group of professionals bringing deep expertise in AI, behavioral health, and healthcare governance. Through this collaboration, Core Solutions aims to foster greater adoption of AI in mental health services, ultimately improving client outcomes and advancing industry standards.