Healthcare >> CEO Interviews >> April 2, 2001

W.andrew Wright – Addus Healthcare Inc

W. ANDREW WRIGHT has been a Director, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO of Addus HealthCare Inc., since its inception. Mr. Wright is the Founder of the company and has over 20 years experience in the home care industry. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1969 from Drake University and an MBA from Northwestern University in 1970. Mr. Wright's work experience prior to founding the company includes two years as a marketing assistant with Sears, two years with the Eska Company as National Marketing Manager, five years as the Principal in Wright Marketing, Inc., and Wright Construction Company. Profile
TWST: Could we start out with a little history and a quick overview of

the company?

Mr. Wright: Our company is approximately 22 years old. It started in

1979, with a healthcare piece of