Cottage Health names Matthew Morgan as Chief Financial Officer

SANTA BARBARA, CA — July 14, 2025—Cottage Health appoints Matthew (Matt) Morgan, MBA, FHFMA, FACHE, as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective August 19, 2025.

Matt brings more than two decades of healthcare financial leadership and a proven ability to drive performance through strategic alignment and data-driven decision-making.

Most recently serving as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Montage Health in Monterey, CA. Throughout his career, Matt has guided healthcare systems through major growth initiatives, capital projects, payer negotiations and technology rollouts, all while maintaining a strong focus on patient care and financial responsibility.

In his new role, Matt will oversee all aspects of Cottage Health’s financial operations, including budgeting, financial planning, treasury, and accounting. He will serve as a key advisor to Cottage’s executive team and Board of Directors, helping guide decisions that support the organization’s strategic goals and financial sustainability. Matt holds a Master of Business Administration from California State University Northridge, and a Bachelor of Science in Financial Services from San Diego State University. He is a Fellow of both the Healthcare Financial Management Association (FHFMA) and the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE).