Senior Director of Finance and Operations is a key Executive Management team member that is responsible for financial and administrative leadership of the organization. Responsible for developing and implementing the strategic direction of business operations using a collaborative team approach. Serves as a hands-on financial leader by ensuring that effective policies and procedures are developed to safeguard assets. Provides direction and oversight of Administrative Operations, Finance, Accounting, Grant Management, Risk Management, Compliance, Purchasing, Human Resources, and Information Technology.The Health Federation of Philadelphia serves as a keystone supporting a network of Community Health Centers as well as the broader base of public and private-sector organizations that deliver health and human services to vulnerable populations. We take a collaborative approach to promoting health by:•Improving access to and quality of health care.•Identifying, testing and implementing solutions to health disparities.•Providing training and technical assistance to help other organizations operate more efficiently and effectively.

Financial Management Consultant (May 2015 - March 2016)Chief Financial Officer (April 2013 - May 2015)Manage and oversee day-to-day responsibility for planning, implementing, managing and controlling all financial-related activities for ESF Summer Camps and ESF Dream Camp Foundation. Directly responsible for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, budgeting, job costing, detailed analysis, corporate insurance, employee benefits, corporate recruiting, purchase approval and oversight of payroll process for 1,600 seasonal employees. Employ a strategic and tactical management approach to drive ESF’s future financial success.ESF’s mission is to provide the finest camp experience for people of all ages- an experience that will be remembered for a lifetime. ESF is committed to quality and excellence in everything we do. We provide carefully designed programs and activities, a dedicated, experienced and well-trained staff, along with a caring, safe environment with premier facilities. Through education, sports, and fun, we offer opportunities for campers and Team members to believe in themselves and to achieve their full potential.

Oversaw Finance and Business Administration, worked with executive leadership and the board to develop, implement, and monitor financial and business management systems, procedures, and policies to meet the organization’s goals and maintain accountability. Responsible for managing program growth by dedicating necessary resources and implementing procedural changes to ensure program outcomes while improving financial strength.The Food Trust’s mission is to ensure that everyone has access to affordable and nutritious food. Our network of 30 farmers’ markets provide a much-needed source of fresh fruits and vegetables for many low-income families and our nutrition education programs reach out to 50,000 children, their teachers and parents in over 100 Schools and Recreation Centers to encourage healthy eating habits. In addition, our efforts to bring supermarkets to undeserved areas have made a significant impact, funding nearly 90 supermarket projects in Pennsylvania since 2005. To learn more, please visit us at www.thefoodtrust.org

Served as the Lead Business/Financial Manager and an active member of the Management Advisory Committee that provides guidance and direct assistance to support the goals and objectives of the organization.Alternatives in Community Treatment, Inc. (ACT Rehab) has excelled in providing a continuum of community-based treatment programs to enable people with Brain Injuries to return to their homes and communities and lead as independent and productive lives as possible.• Home –based living support and rehabilitation• Educational and Job support programs• Family support with case coordination and respite careTo learn more, please visit us at www.actrehab.com

Directed the financial operations of a $31 million Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities service provider with 425 clients, 85 residential home locations and four Regional Offices within Pennsylvania. Targeted program growth opportunities that improved the organization’s financial strength and implemented systems change to accommodate desired outcomes, achieved overall annual revenue increase from $20 million to $31 million over 5 years.• Ensured reporting compliance with County/State regulations and Medicaid Waiver requirements.• Managed seven employees and actively involved with day to day accounting operations, general ledger control, accounts receivable/payable, program billing, payroll, and cash management.• Produced and developed the annual budget, budget vs. actual reporting and monthly forecast• Established and maintained Banking relationships, increased working line of credit form $600k to $1.6 million, secured financing for 4-6 Real-Estate transactions and purchase of 15-20 vehicles per year.• Managed Fleet of 100 vehicles and Fleet Gas card system.• Oversaw year-end close process, annual External Audit and Tax filings.Increased operational efficiency to accommodate organizational growth • Selected and implemented new payroll provider to support 700+ employees that complemented the organizations operations, increased processing efficiency and enhance job performance. • Selected and implemented new Accounting Software Package to enhance reporting capabilities and increase staff efficiencies. Key involvement in the development, planning and approving Company Health Insurance, Corporate Insurance, Workers Compensation Insurance, Employee Compensation plans, Recruiting and Maintaining Staff, Real Estate planning and Capital Expenditure initiatives.

Directed – Public Charter School Management Services Oversaw Financial Operation Services of six Public Charter Schools that supported 3,500+ students.• Managed staff members, month-end close, general ledger control, account payable/receivable, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, payroll, and monthly financial reporting packages, financing and banking relationships. • Responsible for Federal Grant and State Grant reporting and held quarterly compliance meetings.• Secured and administered Health Insurance, Payroll, Human Resources and Corporate Insurance. • Operated as a change agent for poor performing schools, successful eliminated $900k deficit. • Conducted Real Estate site selection process, negotiated with Real Estate Brokers, Landlords. Secured financing for a $1.5 million school expansion project, worked to secure $6 million bond financing.• Oversaw the annual external audit process, A-133, GASB 34 reporting, Tax filings and IRS 990. Operations Controller – Special Education/Alternative SchoolsManaged multi-state financial operations of 5 private alternative high schools and 12 Special Education School locations, supported 2,000+ students. • Key contributor in developing and execution of divisional strategic planning. • Responsible for the oversight of regional staff members, recruited and hired staff.• Developed and implemented school pricing strategy, served on Special Education Scholarship committee.• Performed school site audits to meet compliance standards throughout the company’s 180 schools. • Reviewed and approved annual teacher contracts, new staff hires and increases for over 250 employees.• Led program presentations, expansion planning meetings, staff training, and new site development. • Worked with internal/external legal counsel with the development and review of contracts.Served as School Administrator and member of the School Advisory Board at two school sites for over 800 students located in Arizona for 3 years.