Results-oriented executive professional with history of delivering impactful organizational changes and strategic initiatives. Proven ability to lead and inspire teams, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering culture of excellence. Known for adaptability and strong focus on achieving measurable results through effective collaboration and leadership.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Community Partnerships
Dignity Hospice of Colorado
05.2021 - Current
Achieved financial growth, driving revenue through innovative business strategies. Grew census from 96 to 189 from May '21 to current.
Improved brand awareness through targeted marketing campaigns and events.
Enhanced brand recognition by developing and executing creative marketing campaigns, and internal processes and procedures.
Created unique opportunities to differentiate Dignity from all other hospice agencies.
Supplied marketing expertise and training to all departments.
Led all social media marketing strategies.
Oversaw marketing initiatives to drive consistent revenue growth.
Secured new partnerships through targeted outreach and effective sales presentations.
Executive Director
Juniper Communities
10.2018 - 04.2021
Oversaw operations for 136 total apartments, 18 in memory care
Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability
Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover
Recruited new members by networking at community events and distributing promotional materials to attendees
Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies
Prioritized and allocated valuable resources to meet business targets
Established personnel performance metrics to encourage efforts toward common goals
Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results
Monitored sales forecasts and projected financial planning for organization to achieve revenue goals
Leveraged experience through vital management positions guiding business to success
Supported business growth through strategic planning and process development
Director of Community Relations
Atria Senior Living and Juniper Communities
04.2017 - 10.2018
Responsible for the external sales and marketing aspect of the business, for 2 communities as Senior Sales Director
Occupancy remained between 90%-100% monthly, on average, $40,000-$60,000+ new revenue monthly
Responsible for all clinical accounts, including hospitals, rehabs, nursing homes, doctor’s offices as well as some non-clinical accounts, such as Alzheimer’s Association, Chamber of Commerce and local churches
Built and strengthened industry partnerships to improve product placements, amplify coverage and maximize effectiveness of marketing strategies
Determined target demographics and devised strategic marketing initiatives to reach target audiences
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties
Worked closely with Executive Director and other Leadership Team members to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
Life Guidance Director
Atria Senior Living
09.2013 - 04.2017
Coached and trained newly hired employees to promote knowledge of responsibilities and position requirements
Conducted tours of facility to prospective residents and families
Monitored daily delivery of quality services, which promoted high level of satisfaction among families and residents
Recruited and hired highly talented individuals bringing great skills and passion to work
Communicated effectively with family members on regular basis regarding care, issues and overall health of loved ones
Fostered excellence by example by "setting pace" and being hands on mentor to community staff
Supervised team of 10-15 caregivers, med techs and support staff
Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees
Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations
Recreation Director and Volunteer Coordinator
Berkley Manor Care Center
01.2009 - 01.2013
Successfully led recreation team through 5 State Health Department deficiency-free surveys
Involved with discharge planning, care conferences, MDS’, admissions process and marketing efforts
Scheduling and managing of staff
Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable
Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of residents
Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures
Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities
Supervised Activities Assistants and conducted performance evaluations
Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities
Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements
Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of residents
Skills
Report compilation
Program leadership
Budgeting
Strategic Planning
Staff Management
Marketing
Relationship building
Stakeholder engagement
Operational efficiency
Risk management
Policy development
Certification
Certified Assisted Living Administrator obtained 2017