Jim Mortensen to Retire After 12 Years of Distinguished Leadership. Scott Alfieri to Continue as Chief Executive Officer.
Minneapolis, July 3, 2025 — R3 Continuum, a leader in specialty workplace behavioral health solutions, today announced that Jim Mortensen, President, will retire following 12 years of dedicated service and impactful leadership. His retirement marks the culmination of a remarkable tenure during which the company experienced significant growth, innovation, and mission-driven success.
“Jim’s leadership has been foundational to shaping the organization we are today,” said Scott Alfieri, Chief Executive Officer. “His vision, integrity, and steadfast commitment to our mission have left an enduring legacy. Under Jim’s guidance, R3 has achieved extraordinary growth—broadening the scope of our work and expanding the services we deliver to customers. We’ve supported hundreds of organizations and helped nearly two million individuals access critical behavioral health care—all in pursuit of our mission to make tomorrow better than today.”
Jim Mortensen has served as President of R3 for over 12 years, overseeing every aspect of the business, including sales, marketing, finance, clinical services, human resources, and operations. During his tenure, he unified the company’s multiple brands under the R3 umbrella and led the strategic expansion of key service areas such as disruptive event management, leadership support, and violence mitigation.
In 2023, Mortensen was honored with the EY Entrepreneur of the Year Award for the Heartland Region, a prestigious recognition celebrating high-growth business leaders across the Midwest. The award was judged and presented by a distinguished panel of past winners, including CEOs, investors, and regional business leaders. Under his leadership, R3 has been repeatedly recognized as one of the Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in the U.S. by the National Association for Business Resources. The company has also earned consistent accolades as a “Best Place to Work” by the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal and was named a “Top Workplace” by the Detroit Free Press.
As part of a planned leadership transition, Scott Alfieri will continue to lead R3 as Chief Executive Officer, ensuring continuity and momentum as the company enters its stage of growth and innovation. A key architect of R3’s strategic direction and operational excellence, Scott’s continued leadership will further the company’s mission to provide high-quality, accessible behavioral health care to workplaces across the country.
The company extends its deepest gratitude to Jim for his exceptional leadership and lasting contributions, and wishes him all the best in his well-earned retirement.
About R3 Continuum
R3 is a trusted leader in specialty workplace behavioral health solutions that enhance wellbeing and performance. We partner with customers to strengthen employee engagement, improve retention, and drive better business outcomes through innovative, tailored, and highly effective solutions. R3 also delivers rapid, expert support in response to workplace disruptions—such as employee loss, mass layoffs, and natural disasters. Our scalable solutions reach every level of an organization, helping leaders, teams, and individuals navigate today’s complex and unpredictable world with resilience and confidence. Together, we can build workplaces where people feel safe, connected and supported. Because workplaces are human places. Visit R3’s website and watch the overview video to learn more.
