Tristan Hall Named to Columbus Business First 2025 ‘40 Under 40’

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OhioHealth is proud to celebrate Tristan Hall, MPA, SHRM-SCP, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, as a 2025 honoree in Columbus Business First’s “40 Under 40” list.

At 35, Hall leads human resources strategy for OhioHealth’s more than 35,000 associates across the system, a role he views not just as operational, but transformational. A Columbus native and proud product of Franklin University’s Master of Public Administration program, Hall has steadily grown his career by centering people at the heart of leadership.

His journey at OhioHealth began working in nutrition services as a high school student. He returned to the organization in 2017 as an HR manager and went on to hold several key leadership roles before being named CHRO, a role that echoes his childhood ambition to serve people and lead change.

“As a kid, I wanted to be a politician; maybe the president – working for the people, solving problems, making things better,” Hall told Business First. “Now I'm the chief human resources officer of the largest private employer in central Ohio, and it's not so different: I advocate for people, build great workplaces and help drive change.”

Hall is passionate about reinvigorating culture in the post-pandemic era, modernizing HR practices and making sure every associate feels valued and connected to OhioHealth’s mission.

“I believe in being brilliant at the basics,” he said. “That means creating a seamless journey for our associates and an environment where they’re proud to work.”

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Hall is actively involved in the Columbus community. He serves on the boards of the Columbus Urban League and ICE Youth Mentors, supporting workforce development and youth empowerment.

A proud father of two daughters, Hall values time with family and has a deep appreciation for travel. He is currently working toward his pilot’s license, which he says has sharpened his leadership mindset.

“For me, it's about pushing boundaries, staying focused and trusting the journey – lessons that carry over into leadership and life,” Hall told Business First. “Sometimes, you have to soar beyond your comfort zone to reach new heights.”

To view the full 2025 “40 Under 40” list, click here.