In 2012 I was recruited to join the executive leadership team of a global contract research organization (CRO) serving international medical device companies, with responsibility for overseeing financial, HR, and IT management/compliance for U.S. and German companies. I supervised international teams (total of 20 direct- and indirect-reports); developed and administered $1.3M operational and labor-cost budgets; prepared ongoing financial statements/analysis; managed enterprise projects, programs, and improvement initiatives; and contributed to strategic plans. Selected Achievements:▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬► Established and grew MAXIS Medical GmbH, a German-based subsidiary, from startup to a multimillion-dollar subsidiary.► Drove goal-surpassing gains to cash flow, profits, and revenues for clients and employer. Streamlined client billing processes, partnered with clients to deliver substantial cost savings, and spearheaded initiatives to grow revenues from established customer base. ► Directed comprehensive financial planning, analysis, accounting, and reporting functions, and provided fiscally responsible management of U.S. and international bank accounts, deposits, transfers, invoice payments, and other transactions.► Enhanced budget and accounting processes/systems, expense controls, and forecasting accuracy; accelerated general ledger (G/L) and financial reporting cycles; and improved A/P and A/R reconciliation/reporting.► Negotiated international contracts with clients, vendors, and contractors. Excelled at securing favorable terms, best pricing structures, and key concessions while preserving positive relationships.► Prepared annual budget and optimized the allocation and business goal alignment of capital/project investments. ► Helped propel sustainable growth by developing strategic plan in partnership with fellow executives. Provided research/analytics and insights to support informed decision-making and goal-setting.

Hired as a member of the senior leadership team that opened this public charter middle school/high school in 2009, I oversaw all non-instructional staff, operations, facilities, and financial/policy/compliance matters. I supervised HR, business, finance, and IT departments, personnel, and third-party administrators; directed fiscal planning, budgeting, accounting, purchasing, payroll, and benefits; and managed grant programs, partnerships, outreach, and special projects. Selected Achievements:▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬► Established systems, policies, and procedures to facilitate school’s startup/growth and ensure regulatory compliance with state and federal requirements.► Provided timely, accurate financial reporting and forecasting to Henry Ford Academy Board of Directors and Public School Academies of Detroit School Board. ► Secured and administered $33.5M+ in private, state, and federal funding to enable the launch of student programs, expand service offerings, and procure cutting-edge teaching tools. Managed grants from initiation to implementation, overseeing compliance and ongoing reporting/internal controls.► Worked closely with charter school authorizer as well as State Dept. of Education as primary contact on all audits of school’s protocols; budget; performance; and compliance with state regulations, grant administration, government-funded lunch programs, bus service contracts, and teacher certifications. Achieved exemplary ratings on all audits. ► Liaised with sister institutions and cultivated partnerships with major donors, corporate program sponsors, community groups, nonprofit organizations, feeder schools, and financial institutions to solidify enduring support.► Led sourcing, negotiations, and purchasing for all academy supplies, equipment, and services. Ensured adherence to budget and compliance with government/grant guidelines.

Left former employer (Florida Atlantic University) on excellent terms to realize long-time goal of living overseas. Resided in Frankfurt am Main, Germany and traveled throughout Europe and South Africa, gaining a strong multicultural appreciation.

I fulfilled multiple leadership roles during my 7-year tenure overseeing the university’s Housing & Residential Life department. I administered a $16M annual budget; supervised 55 employees and 95 student workers; managed construction/capital improvement projects; established purchasing protocols; and negotiated and managed numerous vendor/conference contracts and 2,200 student housing agreements.Selected Achievements:▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬► Installed best practices and standardized procedures across all accounting, auditing, and collection functions to ensure consistent financial growth and funding for new projects, deferred maintenance issues, security improvements, and emergency-response plans. ► Commended for leading financial turnaround. Created pro-formas and bond payment schedules for new residence halls, and resolved hundreds of thousands of dollars in bad debt. ► Strengthened department’s financial stability and created significant reserve funds, which proved crucial to securing subsequent competitive financing for multimillion-dollar construction projects. Reserve funds also aided recovery efforts after hurricanes and other non-budgeted, unforeseen circumstances.► Led capital improvement projects to on-time, on-budget, and highly praised completion. Oversaw demolition of 6 residence halls and the $60M+ construction of new, modern facility replacements that changed the face of university housing and were cited as key draws to student recruitment. ► Increased occupancy to 100% in all residence facilities, exceeding budgeted revenue targets every year of tenure to generate up to $450K annually for university.► Appointed as the yearlong acting director of Housing and Residential Life department and all of its auxiliary services and operations for Boca Raton and Jupiter/MacArthur campuses.► Improved workflow efficiency and individual accountability of team members by implementing new task scheduling tools and comprehensive cross-training programs.

As director of Hillside Apartments within Belmont University’s Student Affairs Department, I supervised a 10-member staff and directed department operations, budgeting, purchasing, and supplemental revenue generation programs. I provided construction project and property management of newly built university apartments generating $1.5M annually, and developed Residence Life policies, procedures, and related literature. Selected Achievements:► Project-managed all phases of the $8M new construction of Hillside Apartments. Supervised lead contractor and enforced contract/warranty agreements to prevent overcharges, deliver significant savings, and increase workmanship/structural quality.► Created 3-year housing expansion plan that has since been successfully built.

For this large, public university, I was placed in charge of the operational management of 5 university residence halls and the supervision of 5 direct-reports. I coordinated student housing assignments and damage billing; negotiated contracts; and introduced cost-saving measures.

During my employment with this private liberal arts college, I provided comprehensive residence hall management. I managed student housing and board accounts (nearly $2M in annual revenue); prepared financial projections/reports; and coordinated executive, athletic, and educational conferences.