# Pete Stoy

> Pete Stoy is the Austin-based chief executive officer and a board member of Hanger, Inc. A 1996 Ohio University philosophy graduate with an MBA from Franklin University, he built his career at Cardinal Health, McKesson and Sodexo before joining Hanger in 2020 and becoming CEO in May 2023. His public account emphasizes mentoring and the influence of philosophy on his decisions. A September 2026 announcement names Mike Swinford to lead the proposed Hanger Numotion combination after closing.

- **Role:** Chief Executive Officer at Hanger, Inc.
- **Organizations:** Hanger, Inc., Cardinal Health, McKesson Corporation, Sodexo, Southern Diversified Distributors, Ohio University College of Arts and Sciences Leadership Council, Committee for Economic Development
- **Education:** Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Ohio University, Master of Business Administration, Franklin University
- **Known for:** Appointed Hanger CEO and board member in May 2023 after joining as COO in November 2020., Held leadership responsibilities at Cardinal Health, McKesson and Sodexo before Hanger., Hanger launched Hanger Ventures during his tenure, with Bionic Power its first announced investment.

## Career timeline

- **1996** — Graduated from Ohio University with a BA in Philosophy.
- **Before 2014** — Spent 13 years at Cardinal Health, including senior sales and operations roles; exact start and end years are not established here.
- **2014-2018** — Held leadership positions at McKesson Corporation.
- **Before November 2020** — Served as East Region President at Sodexo.
- **2020-11** — Joined Hanger as Chief Operating Officer.
- **2023-01** — Named President of Hanger.
- **2023-05** — Became Hanger CEO and a board member on May 1.
- **2024-02** — Hanger launched Hanger Ventures during his CEO tenure.
- **2026-09** — Hanger announced a proposed combination with Numotion; Mike Swinford is designated CEO of the combined business following closing.

## Achievements

- Appointed Hanger CEO and board member in May 2023 after joining as COO in November 2020.
- Held leadership responsibilities at Cardinal Health, McKesson and Sodexo before Hanger.
- Hanger launched Hanger Ventures during his tenure, with Bionic Power its first announced investment.
- Supported Ohio University philosophy student research participation.

## Latest updates

- **2026-09** — Hanger announced plans to acquire Numotion for cash and form Hanger Numotion. Mike Swinford is to become CEO after closing, expected in Q4 2026 subject to customary conditions. Stoy remains identified as current Hanger CEO.
- **2026-01** — Participated in a leadership Q&A at Hanger LIVE in Grapevine, Texas, January 26-28.

## Links

- Website: https://corporate.hanger.com/about/leadership-team/pete-stoy/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-stoy-84502011

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Last updated: 2026-10-24