Strategic leader with extensive experience in driving growth and efficiency in multi-site environments. History of success in turning around operations, implementing process improvements, reducing costs, and developing and managing innovative technology initiatives. Adept in closing budget gaps via ROI analysis, and new service and program offerings. Core competencies include:Team LeadershipStrategic PlanningOperations ManagementBudget ManagementFacilities ManagementLegislative MattersPolicies & ProceduresMedia RelationshipsImprovement InitiativesCapital ImprovementsStrategic PartnershipsSelect AccomplishmentsImproved fiscal ratios for three consecutive years during challenging market conditions. The facility had been in financial distress and out of compliance. Through robust discussions, fiscal discipline, planned growth, and clean audits, repaid large sum that had been borrowed from reserve account.Successfully rebuilt facility within six months following natural disaster. Met with US and state House and Senate members, legislators, governor, and community and public school leadership to advocate for restoration funding. Utilized public media to communicate rebuilding efforts.Averted site closure by turning around enrollment and morale. Emphasized risk tolerance and planned growth. Coached leadership team in evaluating programming for cost effectiveness and seeking fresh programming that would lead to job growth.Streamlined processes while building strong relationships with collective bargaining units. Service delivery had been poor but budgetary restraints prevented hiring additional staff. Enlisted consultant to guide front line workers in redesigning processes.Assisted in the launch of new business and entrepreneurial service center. The facility grew into a major economic development asset for the local economy that attracted angel investors, developed new businesses and programming, and assisted existing firms.