
Jeff Bredt, Controller, Riverwood Healthcare Center
Riverwood Healthcare Center is pleased to introduce Jeff Bredt as Controller on the finance team. In this role he is responsible for treasury management, assisting with production of timely financial statements for leadership to make informed decisions, and assisting the chief financial officer with special projects.
Bredt grew up in Burnsville and attended Winona State University to earn a Bachelor of Science degree. He then went on to pursue a career in finance, working primarily in the long-term care industry for 25 years, for both nonprofit and for profit companies.
Chief Financial Officer Casey Johnson comments, “We are thrilled to welcome Jeff to our team. His expertise in treasury management and financial reporting will play a critical role in ensuring we have the timely, accurate data needed to make informed decisions that drive our mission forward. Jeff’s support on special projects will also be invaluable as we continue to strengthen our financial strategies and operations.”
Bredt adds, “Working in healthcare has been very rewarding for me. Joining Riverwood’s team, I look forward to contributing to the mission of improving health for the Aitkin County and Garrison/Mille Lacs Lake communities and surrounding areas. This job also gave our family an opportunity to move to our lake home. I feel like I am living my best life now!”
Bredt and his wife, Deanna, have one daughter, Madison, and a Bichon Tzu mix (Teddy Bear) dog. He enjoys outdoor activities, including golfing, fishing, hunting and hiking.