KENNETH GUERRERO
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Accomplished executive with extensive experience leading higher education institutions to surpass financial and academic objectives. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and fostering community relations. Expertise in strategic planning, financial oversight, and accreditation processes, consistently achieving fiscal discipline and EBITDA goals. Proven ability to exceed sales targets and KPIs through innovative leadership and robust performance management. Excel in guiding executive teams, faculty, and staff to create environments of academic excellence and student development. Committed to ensuring campus safety and well-being, adept at legislative compliance and building influential partnerships. Proven track record of driving organizational growth, managing complex programs, and building strategic partnerships. Skilled in community engagement, fundraising, and team development. With a track record of steering institutions through growth, accreditation, and strategic initiatives, am poised to deliver visionary leadership and transformative strategies in pursuit of academic and operational excellence.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director/Campus President
IEC Corp/UEI College
2022.04 - 2024.05
- Oversaw college operations, including P&L, admissions, and compliance, to ensure alignment with organizational goals and financial targets.
- Directed annual audits, state reporting, and accreditation processes, maintaining rigorous standards of integrity. Implemented strategic initiatives for budget development, personnel management, and capital planning, achieving fiscal discipline and meeting EBITDA objectives.
- Supervised an executive team of 8, faculty, and staff, fostering an environment conducive to academic excellence and student development.
- Ensured the wellbeing of the campus community, overseeing facilities and safety measures.
- Exceeded campus Key Performance Indicators, aligning departmental metrics with broader organizational objectives.
- Spearheaded collaboration with state and federal legislators, enhancing college's community relations and legislative compliance.
- Achieved and surpassed sales goals monthly, quarterly, and annually, demonstrating exceptional performance management.
- Met or exceeded EBITDA margin of 47 percent, contributing to the financial stability and growth of the institution.
- Maintained a supportive educational environment, resulting in the achievement of academic integrity and excellence across campus.
Executive Director/Campus President
San Joaquin Valley College
2019.11 - 2022.04
- Administered comprehensive executive oversight of the college's operations, including P&L, strategic leadership, and compliance.
- Orchestrated annual audits, state reporting, and accreditation processes to uphold institutional standards.
- Directed IT, financial aid, payroll, and facilities management, ensuring seamless campus operations.
- Supervised a robust team of 14 direct reports, providing guidance to over 145 faculty and staff members in support of academic excellence for over 800 students.
- Spearheaded short and long- range planning for academic growth, student admissions, financial support, and campus development.
- Managed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial planning, including meticulous budgeting and forecasting to align with the institution's fiscal goals.
- Exceeded year-over-year sales growth targets through strategic planning and execution.
- Successfully led the campus through WASCU accreditation, ensuring compliance and academic integrity.
- Managed and facilitated PowerBI training for program directors and managers, enhancing data-driven decision-making.
- Played a pivotal role in campus strategic planning, addressing challenges to meet the institution's vision and objectives.
Institutional President
Argosy University
2017.04 - 2019.06
- Administered comprehensive oversight for a team of 100 faculty and staff across various departments including admissions, academics, support services, financial aid, marketing, IT, and HR.
- Governed multi-campus operations with an 800 student body spanning Hawaii and American Samoa.
- Orchestrated strategic planning and resource allocation in collaboration with the college VPAA and Deans to enhance educational delivery and academic integrity.
- Managed the college's financial health, including a $15M operating budget, ensuring fiscal discipline through effective budgeting, cost control, and financial oversight.
- Supervised the development and execution of new curricula, accreditation processes, and faculty objectives in partnership with the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
- Elevated operational efficiency by implementing strategic initiatives and procedural enhancements across four campuses.
- Enhanced financial stability through meticulous management of P&L, resulting in improved profit margins from 30 percent to 45 percent.
- Fostered academic excellence by overseeing the successful launch of innovative curriculum and accreditation standards.
- Strengthened institutional reputation by developing and executing a university-wide faculty and staff recognition program.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement, leading to the exceeding of enrollment and financial targets through 6 revitalized partnership agreements.
Regional VP Operations/Market President
Concord Career College
2013.09 - 2017.03
- Managed operations of 4 allied health colleges, ensuring alignment with financial, academic, and administrative objectives.
- Directed comprehensive oversight of college profit and loss statements, admissions, financial aid, and student services, maintaining strict adherence to contracts and compliance regulations.
- Administered annual audits, state reporting, and accreditation processes, ensuring institutional integrity and operational excellence.
- Supervised 9 direct reports and led a workforce of over 600 faculty and staff, supporting the educational journey of more than 2200 students.
- Orchestrated strategic development and implementation of enrollment goals, community outreach, and fiscal discipline across multiple campuses.
- Fostered 5 community partnerships to bolster the college's mission and augment student development opportunities.
- Championed operational enhancements across 4 campuses, cultivating eight new business-to-business relationships that generated additional revenue streams.
- Initiated 4 programmatic nursing starts, significantly bolstering regional revenue and contributing to the college's financial growth.
- Directed successful ACCSC accreditation efforts at two campuses, enhancing the institution's reputation and educational standards.
- Executed strategic restructuring across campuses, yielding cost savings and heightened operational readiness, positively impacting program profit margins by 11 percent.
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- Played a pivotal role in increasing EBITDA margin through strategic leadership and expansion of nursing programs, including meeting clinical site requirements.
President/Founder
Legacy Education, LLC dba High Desert Medical, College
2008.02 - 2013.09
- Managed comprehensive executive responsibilities for a higher education institution, including P&L accountability, admissions, student services, and academic operations.
- Directed strategic planning, development of new programs, and ensured compliance with accreditation standards.
- Oversaw annual audits, tax return preparations, and state reporting requirements.
- Executed fiscal strategies and operational procedures that enhanced financial performance and college efficiency.
- Led annual marketing initiatives, brand management, and digital campaigns.
- Administered grant submissions for vocational programs, ensuring meticulous adherence to legal and budgetary stipulations.
- Elevated annual revenues from $940k to $1.9M in the first year, and subsequently to $2.3M in the second year, demonstrating robust growth and financial stewardship.
- Secured $2.5M in investment funds, fueling expansion in program offerings, marketing efforts, and operational enhancements aligned with the college's mission.
- Championed a structural reorganization that transitioned operations from compliance-focused to management-oriented, achieving a 4-year accreditation milestone.
- Supervised 14 direct reports and provided leadership to over 145 faculty and staff, fostering a collaborative and effective educational environment.
- Orchestrated the relocation and real estate development of two campus locations, negotiating new leases and tenant improvements to support the college's growth.
Vice President, Sales & Operations
American Express/CIT Group, Inc
2000.07 - 2008.02
- Directed multi-department strategic planning in alignment with organizational goals, overseeing departmental workflow, processing, tracking, auditing, and automation enhancements.
- Supervised cross-functional teams across 3 departments, managing a staff of 45 and executed performance evaluations, disciplinary measures, and fiscal oversight including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
- Cultivated and maintained customer relationships with over 100 educational institutions, ensuring robust client engagement and satisfaction.
- Spearheaded market expansion efforts, achieving a growth from a $49M base to $106M in target regions of California, Oregon, Washington, and Nevada.
- Ensured competitive market positioning and attainment of a $106M annual sales goal through strategic partnerships and contract negotiations.
- Secured 47 new contracts within a six-month period, significantly boosting regional sales figures.
- Achieved a 100% increase in market share within the designated territory, meeting the annual sales target.
- Implemented procedural improvements that enhanced departmental efficiency and automated critical operations.
- Led a comprehensive budget management strategy that resulted in effective cost controls and financial forecasting.
- Fostered a high-performance culture, leading to increased staff productivity and departmental cohesion.
Director
California State University
1992.03 - 2000.07
- Administered a comprehensive financial strategy for a major public university's Student Financial Services, overseeing an annual revenue stream exceeding $60M.
- Managed budget processes for operational accounts, ensuring accurate allocation for salaries, benefits, and expenses.
- Developed and implemented automated systems for fee collection, enhancing customer service and streamlining financial aid disbursements.
- Negotiated contracts and collaborated with external entities to facilitate efficient fund transfers between banks and students.
- Prepared for and directed the annual A-133 audit, ensuring compliance with complex regulatory
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- Led a team of 25, fostering professional growth and operational excellence within the bursar's office, financial aid accounting, and accounts receivable.
- Increased operational efficiency by leading the re-engineering of existing programs and the integration of new system technologies.
- Enhanced financial transparency and accountability through meticulous management of federally awarded grant funding.
- Strengthened internal controls and risk management by reviewing and finalizing contract language for new and ongoing programs.
- Played a pivotal role in strategic enrollment management by actively participating in university-wide committees and initiatives.
- Elevated staff performance and service quality by implementing robust training programs and conducting thorough performance evaluations.
Education
Executive Leadership Course
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC06.2007
MBA - Health Care Administration
National University
San Diego, CA07.1991
BBA - Health Services Management
National University
San Diego10.1989
Skills
- Financial Management and
- Budgeting
- Facilities Planning and
- Construction
- College Administration
- Human Resources Administration
- Campus Safety and Wellbeing
- Information Technology
- Management
- Compliance and Regulatory
- Oversight
- Student Success and Satisfaction
- Operational Excellence
- Fundraising and Development
- Community Relations and
- Partnership Building
- Performance Management and
- Sales Growth
- Strategic Planning and Leadership
- Leadership and Team Supervision
- Curriculum Development and
- Academic Integrity
- Operational Efficiency
- Improvement
- Accreditation Processes and
- Compliance
- Budget Development and Fiscal
- Discipline
- Financial Oversight and P&L
Timeline
Executive Director/Campus President
IEC Corp/UEI College
2022.04 - 2024.05
Executive Director/Campus President
San Joaquin Valley College
2019.11 - 2022.04
Institutional President
Argosy University
2017.04 - 2019.06
Regional VP Operations/Market President
Concord Career College
2013.09 - 2017.03
President/Founder
Legacy Education, LLC dba High Desert Medical, College
2008.02 - 2013.09
Vice President, Sales & Operations
American Express/CIT Group, Inc
2000.07 - 2008.02
Director
California State University
1992.03 - 2000.07
Executive Leadership Course
University of North Carolina
MBA - Health Care Administration
National University
BBA - Health Services Management
National University
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