Kara McClanahan, MBA, MHA, CMPE, is a nationally recognized leader in medical aesthetics and healthcare operations. She serves as CEO of Aesthetic Practice Partners and Vice President of Operations for Genesis Lifestyle Medicine, bringing nearly three decades of leadership experience across dermatology, plastic surgery, neurology, and primary care. Kara has spent more than 25 years partnering with physicians, private equity groups, and healthcare organizations to develop customized business strategies that drive operational excellence and practice growth. A board-certified Medical Practice Executive through the American Medical Group Management Association, she is a sought-after speaker and faculty member at major industry conferences including AmSPA, The Aesthetic Show, and Vegas Cosmetic Surgery. She is also the cofounder of Beauty for Good and founder of Empower Esthetics, nonprofit initiatives dedicated to mentorship, education, and expanding opportunities for women and underserved individuals in the aesthetics field.