GWP Solutions, LLC is a strategic consulting firm dedicated to providing exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) services to both non-profit and for-profit organizations. With a proven track record in strategic planning, budget management, operational optimization, marketing, business development, and global expansion, we offer a comprehensive suite of COO services tailored to your unique needs. Our expertise extends across diverse industries and complex organizational structures, including… Show more GWP Solutions, LLC is a strategic consulting firm dedicated to providing exceptional Chief Operating Officer (COO) services to both non-profit and for-profit organizations. With a proven track record in strategic planning, budget management, operational optimization, marketing, business development, and global expansion, we offer a comprehensive suite of COO services tailored to your unique needs. Our expertise extends across diverse industries and complex organizational structures, including non-profit, for-profit, and higher education sectors. We work collaboratively to deliver tailored solutions that drive efficiency, enhance performance, and foster sustainable growth. Show less

I was promoted to lead strategy development to achieve the objectives of the university’s strategic plan. While maintaining current leadership portfolio of recruitment, marketing , athletics, continuing education, financial aid, and institutional research I am responsible for new business incubation, strategy execution, along with partnership and joint venture development to address the rapidly changing higher education sector to serve the needs of students.

I returned to Minnesota to join the faith-based organization as senior vice president leading growth strategies. I work with multiple levels of the institution serving as a trusted partner and subject matter expert in the development and delivery of solutions. I update and define the vision while guiding the crossfunctional teams throughout the entire lifecycles of product and program campaigns. I navigate ambiguity to drive continuous improvement and maximize stakeholder support and… Show more I returned to Minnesota to join the faith-based organization as senior vice president leading growth strategies. I work with multiple levels of the institution serving as a trusted partner and subject matter expert in the development and delivery of solutions. I update and define the vision while guiding the crossfunctional teams throughout the entire lifecycles of product and program campaigns. I navigate ambiguity to drive continuous improvement and maximize stakeholder support and engagement.A few of my recent achievements include:• Secured a large funding grant and launched a pilot program to create a pipeline of talent for the organization.• Established an enterprise partnership that opened a new market for the organization yielding $200k in revenues in 12 months while expanding capabilities in healthcare.• Partnered with marketing to launch innovative campaigns resulting in program growth of 7%.• Launched 3 new learning products in 6 months in collaboration with IT, marketing, and sales. Show less

I was recruited to the Chief Innovation Officer role for the private university to lead enterprise improvement strategies. I advocated for the interests of representative partners in diverse industries including sectors in healthcare systems, SaaS, multinational companies and foreign governments. Iadvanced for the organization’s vision and led cross-functional resource for effective delivery of high-impact program initiatives. I also managed risks, removed progress impediments and made the… Show more I was recruited to the Chief Innovation Officer role for the private university to lead enterprise improvement strategies. I advocated for the interests of representative partners in diverse industries including sectors in healthcare systems, SaaS, multinational companies and foreign governments. Iadvanced for the organization’s vision and led cross-functional resource for effective delivery of high-impact program initiatives. I also managed risks, removed progress impediments and made the tough calls necessary to achieve key milestone objectives.Accordingly, I had oversight of personnel development by coaching, motivating and building people to deliver innovative solutions across competitive markets. I primed people for success by laying an infrastructure conducive to innovation for the enterprise while at the same time ensuring complianceto brand and industry standards in solutions development and delivery.Achievements during this time included:• Led 45 direct and indirect reports with ownership of the multimillion P&L for global programs.• Managed the joint-venture that launched online learning products in China yielding new revenues lines while minimizing exposure and protecting intellectual property.• Concepted, piloted, secured external financing, and managed the launch of the largest international location in Tashkent, Uzbekistan while navigating the regulatory, government, and business requirements.• Grew new undergraduate student enrollment by 13% throughout Webster’s global network within one year.• Produced a 20% increase of total student enrollment across Webster’s international campuses from Fall 2018 to Fall 2019.• Negotiated agreements to secure the business operating license, facility design, and launch of an affiliated campus in Tbilisi, Georgia.• Established partnership with a healthcare nonprofit (Dignity Health) to explore and develop opportunities in providing nursing programs for its network of hospitals and care centers. Show less

I rejoined the faith-based organization as chief operating officer to lead strategic program innovations to multiple campus locations across the Midwest.This role had broader oversight of operational objectives and learning program priorities that impacted the organization’s growth and development. Iinfluenced and enabled program teams through stretch assignments that facilitated growth and engagement across competitive, highly regulated segments. I leveraged the expertise I gained as… Show more I rejoined the faith-based organization as chief operating officer to lead strategic program innovations to multiple campus locations across the Midwest.This role had broader oversight of operational objectives and learning program priorities that impacted the organization’s growth and development. Iinfluenced and enabled program teams through stretch assignments that facilitated growth and engagement across competitive, highly regulated segments. I leveraged the expertise I gained as internal and external advisor to organizations to drive capabilities that maximized returns. I also functioned as executive sponsor to initiatives, implementing global perspectives in capturing growth opportunities. In this role I was also charged with identifying and building top talent that were initially singled out of successful campaigns. I developed instructional systems and strategies to establish standards for learning across multiple levels of functions directly responsible for market capture and development.Accomplishments in this role were:• Developed the relationship, partnered cross-functionally to develop a new product line, and managed the teams that executed the launch of the joint program in partnership with the Mayo Clinic.• Identified the market opportunity, built the business case, and aligned the resources to successfully market the online programs and solutions that yielded an increase of 34% of new customers.• Created the pitch, performed the research, and secured $600,000 of investment funding to launch new business lines in partnership with key industry leaders.• Performed comprehensive market analysis of pricing and financing, compiled recommendations including market trends, and utilized findings to facilitate the strategic planning and forecasting process.• Owned the completion of a comprehensive master plan to overhaul the products, programs, and solutions including client and employee engagement through every step of the change curve. Show less

I was the Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing for the university and its residential undergraduate college unit located in Winona and its schools of graduate and professional programs in Minneapolis. I lead the admission, financial aid, web, public relations and design offices. In addition at the direction of the president, I advance a number of strategic initiatives related to the academic, facility, and philanthropic needs of the university.

I joined one of the university’s key campuses as senior VP to address needs and challenges of impact to the organization. I established program priorities to effectively allocate efforts in consideration of resource capabilities. I led planning and implementation of key initiatives as executive liaison for senior leadership. I evaluated and selected programs according to the needs and priorities of the college’s diverse academic divisions. I designed metrics and ensured alignment with policy… Show more I joined one of the university’s key campuses as senior VP to address needs and challenges of impact to the organization. I established program priorities to effectively allocate efforts in consideration of resource capabilities. I led planning and implementation of key initiatives as executive liaison for senior leadership. I evaluated and selected programs according to the needs and priorities of the college’s diverse academic divisions. I designed metrics and ensured alignment with policy, programs and organizational priorities. Show less

I transitioned from previous focus to VP for enrollment and marketing to support initiatives for increased enrollments through strategic outreach programs for the university. I collaborated with partners to the academic communities to align drives with program goals and priorities. I monitored trends inenrollment to develop solutions that improve or maintain the makeup and quality of those enrolled into the student body. I interfaced with the school’s administrative stakeholders to ensure… Show more I transitioned from previous focus to VP for enrollment and marketing to support initiatives for increased enrollments through strategic outreach programs for the university. I collaborated with partners to the academic communities to align drives with program goals and priorities. I monitored trends inenrollment to develop solutions that improve or maintain the makeup and quality of those enrolled into the student body. I interfaced with the school’s administrative stakeholders to ensure everyone is on the same page, and to secure support for implementation of policies. Show less

I joined the liberal arts college as associate VP for planning & graduate enrollment, with oversight on strategic growth and development of its graduate school and student body. My role involved evaluation of program designs to identify areas to improve the quality and engagement of enrollees while also understanding issues of underperforming programs to address enrollment and program completion concerns. This required regular engagements with administrative and faculty leaderships to discuss… Show more I joined the liberal arts college as associate VP for planning & graduate enrollment, with oversight on strategic growth and development of its graduate school and student body. My role involved evaluation of program designs to identify areas to improve the quality and engagement of enrollees while also understanding issues of underperforming programs to address enrollment and program completion concerns. This required regular engagements with administrative and faculty leaderships to discuss prospects and progress of initiatives. I facilitated presentations for admissions programs to be directlyengaged with students in identifying and addressing needs Show less

I was initially onboarded to support development of key academic initiatives as VP of graduate & professional programs for the university. As executive member and advisor to committees, I provide leadership in assessment and implementation of professional development prospects for graduate students. I steered direction of campaigns while also contributing hands-on involvement in admissions, orientation and training opportunities. I also evaluated professional advancement programs and advise… Show more I was initially onboarded to support development of key academic initiatives as VP of graduate & professional programs for the university. As executive member and advisor to committees, I provide leadership in assessment and implementation of professional development prospects for graduate students. I steered direction of campaigns while also contributing hands-on involvement in admissions, orientation and training opportunities. I also evaluated professional advancement programs and advise leadership on selection priorities for adoption or integration Show less

I served as associate vice president at the university to lead strategies of impact to academic programs, student affairs and administrative policies. This required spearheaded planning across multiple levels of the organization ensuring alignment with the college’s mission and overarching vision. I supported and directed initiatives, setting goals and guiding policies throughout implementation. I also advised multiple and cross-functional stakeholders including faculty, administrators, and… Show more I served as associate vice president at the university to lead strategies of impact to academic programs, student affairs and administrative policies. This required spearheaded planning across multiple levels of the organization ensuring alignment with the college’s mission and overarching vision. I supported and directed initiatives, setting goals and guiding policies throughout implementation. I also advised multiple and cross-functional stakeholders including faculty, administrators, and representative leaders from the student population. Show less

The executive assistant was responsible for the daily administration of the office of the vice president and chief operating officer. This role included supervising staff, developing correspondence on behalf of VP & COO, and serving as a liaison for VP & COO with faculty, staff, and students. The position assisted in a variety of initiatives designed to expand the Twin Cities campus and its operations. The position was responsible for new initiatives sponsored by the office of the Vice… Show more The executive assistant was responsible for the daily administration of the office of the vice president and chief operating officer. This role included supervising staff, developing correspondence on behalf of VP & COO, and serving as a liaison for VP & COO with faculty, staff, and students. The position assisted in a variety of initiatives designed to expand the Twin Cities campus and its operations. The position was responsible for new initiatives sponsored by the office of the Vice President and served as a member of the executive team of the Twin Cities campus. Show less