UCD Business Impact
UCD Business Impact
UCD College of Business
S6 Ep13: Inside healthcare giant CVS
36 minutes Posted Jun 10, 2026 at 7:00 am.
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10 June 2026 - BComm alumnus Larry McGrath shares his journey from a career in investment analysis to moving to one of the companies he assessed, where he could see science and innovation in real time and have a positive impact on people’s lives. A fascination with healthcare led Larry to steer investor relations at CVS Health, which includes a portfolio that ranges from stores to health insurance to in-home healthcare delivery.

He reveals how turning strategic insights into numbers and strong communication skills can transform an industry facing infinite demand, and outlines the skills today’s business students need to lead the future of healthcare finance.

With nearly one-fifth of the US economy in healthcare, Larry discusses if, and how, the industry can keep growing.