Kalispell’s Bob Lopp to lead Western Montana Mental Health Center

Kalispell resident Bob Lopp has been named the new chief executive officer for Western Montana Mental Health Center. 

Lopp brings decades of leadership and team building experience to the job.  

“I am honored to be leading Western Montana Mental Health Center during this critical time,” said Lopp. “This is a vital resource for our communities, delivering important mental health services to more than 7,500 clients – including children and other vulnerable Montanans – across 12 counties each and every year. I am eager to work with the WMMHC team, stakeholders, state and local government, community leaders, partner organizations as we focus on addressing the critical needs of our diverse communities.” 

While Lopp's resume includes experience across a broad range of industries, it is deep in healthcare experience, including being a co-founder of Rural Health Partners as well as Chief Administrative Officer of Mountain Pacific Quality Health. He has also served on the boards for Intermountain Children’s Home, Childwise Institute, and Flathead Valley Community Health Center. 

WMMHC provides a full spectrum of mental health and substance abuse services, serving as a premier community provider, employer, and partner in comprehensive behavioral health services.  

Its more than 291 employees operate 15 outpatient clinics and three residential treatment facilities across 23,000 square miles and collaborating with more than 50 local and reginal health care providers, social service agencies, and law enforcement entities.  

The WMMHC board spent months conducting a thorough search for a new CEO. 

“Robert’s leadership style and vision align perfectly with ours. He has the skills and knowledge needed to ensure we can continue to serve our patients with the care and attention they deserve both now and, in the future,” said WMMHC Board Chair Kyle Waterman.  

For more information visit wmmhc.org