Formerly known as Grant Blackford Mental Health, Inc., I led the rebranding to Radiant Health, launching the brand in January 2023. Here, I perform a crucial C-Suite role, steering the strategic direction, operational management, and financial stability of a $20M healthcare organization. I lead a team of 200 top-tier professionals across 5 locations, overseeing regulatory compliance, driving business development, and enhancing service delivery for 5,000 to 7,000 clients annually.➥Expanded cash reserves from 40 to 160 days within a year through strategic workforce reductions and optimized service contracts.➥Elevated investment funds from $0 to $2.5M by devising and implementing a robust multi-tiered investment strategy, resulting in substantial growth and financial stability. ➥Managed a transformative merger within an unprecedented 90-day timeframe, optimizing operations, improving financial performance, and introducing innovative service strategies.➥Streamlined operations by consolidating facilities, reducing overhead costs, and improving site selection, effectively decreasing facility age from 33 years to 17 years.➥Launched Same Day Access services, slashing wait times from 4 weeks to just 2.25 hours and boosting patient satisfaction, demonstrating a commitment to efficiency in healthcare delivery.➥Achieved an impressive 86% success rate in grant applications, well above industry norms, ensuring ongoing financial sustainability and growth.➥Led the successful transition to a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), enhancing credibility and expanding the capacity to provide high-quality, accessible behavioral health services. ➥Oversaw the development and construction of a Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Services Unit, with operations set to launch in December 2024.

I led all aspects of operations for a prominent community-based behavioral health organization, encompassing strategic planning, vision setting, and day-to-day management. Additionally, I conducted in-depth evaluations of programs and services to ensure alignment with organizational goals and optimize return on investment.➥Directed HR operations, played a key role in developing compensation structures, and offered guidance to departments organization wide. ➥Managed a $3.2M annual budget, ensuring sound financial management and responsible allocation of resources.➥Significantly enhanced the organization’s visibility by spearheading focused fundraising efforts, growing annual revenue from $20K to over $300K within five years.➥Increased donor and foundation contributions by 39% between 2014 and 2015, maintaining an annual growth rate of 15%, which supported operational expenses and expanded services for uninsured populations.➥Optimized operations by phasing out low-performing programs, enabling service expansion from 14 to 32 counties and strengthening community engagement.➥Drove substantial growth in investment funds, increasing assets from $0 to over $365K since 2018 through strategic financial initiatives.➥Boosted case management revenue by 63% in 2021, contributing an additional $156K to the organization’s financial performance.➥Secured initial CARF Accreditation with a full three-year term in 2018 and successfully renewed in 2021, underscoring an unwavering commitment to excellence.➥Established the EDI Committee to address diversity challenges and launched outreach initiatives, such as book studies, to foster a culture of inclusion.

Teaching masters level coursework in organizational performance in the online classroom.

I was appointed by the Mayor to lead the creation and execution of strategic plans aimed at stimulating economic development and aligning with the city’s overarching goals. I collaborated closely with businesses to promote retention and expansion efforts, offering critical support in areas such as bond counsel and financial aid.➥Leveraged appointed authority to champion key initiatives, driving progress toward organizational and municipal objectives. ➥Spearheaded initiatives to enhance community infrastructure and workforce development, aligning resources with the needs of local businesses and residents.➥Successfully managed an increase in public access requests, showcasing strong adaptability, problem-solving, and resilience under pressure.➥Used data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions, track progress, and provide detailed reports on economic outcomes, ensuring continuous improvement.➥Fostered transparency and maintained organizational trust while navigating complex and challenging scenarios.

As a Senior Partner at the Human Capital Initiative (HCI), I served as a coach and a consultant to help achieve “people powered solutions.” I took my wealth of executive experience in business and government and helped entities and individuals find success. HCI was acquired by Human Capital Group out of Nashville, TN in 2012.

Great Plains Regional Medical Center (now Great Plains Health) is a hospital with 116 beds and approximately 750 employees. I was responsible for the recruitment and hiring, orientation and continuing education of employees. I sat on the GPRMC Sr. Leadership Team and contributed to the strategic direction of the organization.