Plenty of Positivity with Courtney Beck welcomes J.R. Greene, FACHE!

J.R. Greene is the founder of Psychiatric Medical Care, the nation’s largest behavioral healthcare management company with over 400 hospital and health system partners in more than 35 states. He also serves as vice chair of PMC's Board of Directors.

Prior to his career in behavioral healthcare, Greene held leadership roles in marketing and sales at the Coca-Cola Company, Procter & Gamble, and Revlon. Greene is a fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, a board member of the Nashville Healthcare Council, and a member of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine Board of Visitors.

Greene drew national attention as the “Big Orange Tux Guy” when he led UT’s football team onto the field for the 1998 national championship game. And in 2024 he partnered with the University of Tennessee Press to publish their first ever children’s book, My Magic Tux, which releases July 28th, 2026.

In addition, he now hosts the show SuperFan Diaries.

In this episode, J.R. discusses his journey from marketing roles at major companies to leading a healthcare organization. He also speaks about the impact of sports fandom on mental health, and the upcoming release of his children's book, 'My Magic Tux.'

J.R. shares insights on leadership, the importance of community, and the power of positivity in both sports and life. The episode concludes with a powerful reminder of the importance of positivity and connection in our daily lives.

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