Lightning Step Appoints Josh Steinbaum as New Chief Financial Officer

Tina Boushehri (tina.boushehri@lightningstep.com)

Lightning Step, a leading provider of integrated CRM, EHR, and RCM solutions for behavioral health practices, has appointed Josh Steinbaum as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Steinbaum will lead the company’s financial strategy and operations, leveraging his extensive experience in finance, strategic planning, and growth management.

In his new role, Steinbaum will oversee all financial functions, including forecasting, budgeting, and reporting, while guiding the executive leadership team on financial strategy and performance optimization. He brings a proven track record of implementing operational efficiencies and driving sustained revenue growth, having served in various leadership roles at fast-scaling healthcare technology organizations.

“We are excited to welcome Josh to the Lightning Step team,” said Brent Michael, CEO of Lightning Step. “His deep expertise in financial management and his passion for data-informed decision-making will be invaluable as we continue to grow and innovate. We look forward to Josh's impact on delivering greater value to our partners, customers, and stakeholders.”

Prior to joining Lightning Step, Steinbaum held the VP of Finance position at SimplePractice, where he successfully led large-scale finance transformations, executed strategic M&A initiatives, and built high-performing teams. His approach to financial leadership underscores operational discipline and collaborative growth, aligning with Lightning Step’s mission to deliver exceptional services and solutions across the behavioral health industry.

“I am thrilled to join Lightning Step at such a pivotal time in its evolution,” said Steinbaum. “The company’s commitment to innovation and customer success resonates strongly with my own values. I look forward to working with this talented team as we chart the next phase of growth and continue to make a meaningful difference in the industry.”

About Lightning Step

With over 100 years of collective experience as former treatment center owners, operators, and clinicians, Lightning Step offers an all-in-one CRM, EMR, and RCM platform for behavioral health and addiction treatment facilities. The platform helps improve interdepartmental workflow, operational efficiencies, and patient outcomes. For more information, please visit www.lightningstep.com.