About Spire Healthcare Management LLC
Empowering Health, Comfort, and Independence—Every Day
Spire Healthcare Management is a purpose-driven healthcare management company committed to reshaping how individuals experience medical equipment and accessibility services at home. We invest in companies that improve mobility, comfort, and wellness—ensuring that patients and families can live confidently and independently at every stage of life.
With a vision rooted in compassionate care and strategic innovation, Spire is building a nationwide network of durable medical equipment (DME) providers and accessibility partners. Our mission is to elevate standards, expand access, and align healthcare delivery with real-world patient needs.
How We Work
Our strategy combines operational excellence with compassionate care — delivering solutions that empower at-home independence and reinforce long-term healthcare sustainability.
Meet our Team
Spire Healthcare is led by a team of experienced healthcare professionals and industry strategists who bring decades of combined expertise in operations, finance, and acquisitions.
Claude Friesland
President & CEO
Claude leads the organization by setting strategy, overseeing operations, managing finances, building partnerships, and ensuring the company meets its goals while fostering a strong culture and high-performing team.
Before joining Spire Healthcare Management, he owned Physicians Choice Home Medical Supply, focusing on brand growth and community engagement.
Education:
Master of Business Administration from Louisiana Tech University
Kimberly Parker
Vice President of Finance and Administration
Kim oversees all financial strategy, planning and reporting for Spire Healthcare Management, as well as administrative operations. She provides leadership to ensure financial stability and operational effectiveness.
Prior to joining Spire Healthcare Management, she was the Finance Manager for General Electric where she focused on budgeting, inventory, and corporate finance.
Education:
Master of Business Administration from Louisiana State University Shreveport
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Louisiana State University Shreveport
Alicia L. Wood
Assistant Vice President of Revenue Cycle Management
Alicia oversees insurance billing operations across Spire’s multiple entities. With five years of experience in the healthcare industry, she specializes in streamlining revenue cycle processes, improving reimbursement outcomes, and supporting compliance. Alicia is passionate about building efficient systems and empowering the Revenue Cycle team to deliver accurate, patient-centered results.
Education & Credentials:
Associate’s Degree, VGM University
Board Certified DME Specialist
Bryan Colvin
Vice President of Sales and Marketing
Bryan oversees all sales and marketing strategy, planning and reporting for Spire Healthcare Management as well as building partnerships and promoting growth. He provides leadership to ensure the company meets its goals through fostering a strong culture and high financial performance growth team.
Prior to joining Spire Healthcare Management, he was the Chief Marketing Officer for Delta Healthcare Management where he focused on leadership, growth, partnerships, and community engagement.
Education:
Master of Business Administration from Louisiana State University Shreveport
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Southern University