Executive leader of operations for state department with 5000+ employees. Member of executive team at DHS. Develop and implement results driven strategic plans, execute internal logistic operations, and spearhead innovative process improvement for complex, statewide human service department. Participate in union negotiations and labor management committee.

Executive with the Colorado Department of Human Services. Lead operations for Veterans Community Living Centers (state veteran homes), managing an enterprise, healthcare division within state government. Engage stakeholders in policy initiatives, actively participate in statewide interagency initiatives and head Governor appointed VCLC Board of Commissioners.

Provided statewide oversight of Colorado's 220 nursing homes through coaching and education to assist leadership teams in reaching their goals. By using data, my professional experience and collaborating with change makers, I led quality improvement projects in a three state region (CO, IL, IA). Utilized LEAN based methodologies for performance improvement in areas such as care transitions, dementia care, antibiotic stewardship, employee stability and the opioid epidemic.

As ED, the internal culture and strategic outlook of the business rely on my leadership and ability to see the big picture while managing the day to day. Primarily responsible for financial, operational and sales outcomes. Mountain View offers Independent Living, Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing Care to over 200 seniors in Denver.

Successful ED/NHA for three skilled nursing communities, specializing in turn-around projects while consulting for communities and special projects. Stabilized communities financially, operationally and clinically. Was a leader in corporate program development mentored several administrators in training. Was a public speaker, Eden Educator and curriculum developer.

Structured and managed TANF and Welfare to Work program for at risk women.

Managed small, private consulting practice specializing in board relations, nonprofit growth and leadership coaching.