Our Team

Joe Horvath serves as the Business Manager and Media Buyer for Marketing and Strategic Communications at UI Health. He oversees procurement processes, manages the department’s annual budget, tracks expenses, and handles journal vouchers. Additionally, he assists with media buying from partner companies for spring and fall advertising campaigns, including trafficking for television, radio, and out-of-home media, all while carefully adhering to budget parameters.

With over two decades of service to UI Health and UIC, Joe is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service. His approach includes implementing innovative solutions, utilizing sole-source contracts and exemptions, and leveraging IPHEC-awarded RFPs to guide procurement projects. His expertise and experience enable him to assist the department and vendors in interpreting and applying University policies as well as the Illinois Procurement Code.

Joe holds an M.S. degree in Information Systems Management from Loyola University Chicago.