Anthony DiLizia
Glastonbury,CT
Summary
United States Army Veteran and strategic-thinking business professional with over 9 years of leadership experience and demonstrated business acumen in diverse sectors such as healthcare, retail, military, and non-profit organizations. Demonstrates expertise in business development, performance optimization, and multi-unit operational management with a cumulative P&L of over $15 million. Possesses a robust background in establishing and cultivating partnerships, growing profit channels, and enhancing organizational performance and productivity through innovative strategy implementation and operational process optimization.
Specialized in securing contracts and fund acquisition, coupled with experience in administrative responsibilities, project management, and event planning and organization. Adept at building relationships and positive workplace culture, fostering inclusive work environments, and motivating teams to achieve their highest potential and organizational objectives. Recognized recipient of multiple awards for outstanding performance and professionalism in various roles, exhibiting a commitment to excellence and a self-motivated approach to achieving organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Executive Director
The Health Collective
Hartford, CT
06.2023 - Current
- Collaborate closely with the Executive Director in strategic planning and policy development; supervise department managers to foster an inclusive and efficient work environment
- Design and implement robust fundraising strategies, identify new funding opportunities, and cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners; oversee grant writing processes and ensure compliance with grant requirements
- Optimize operational processes and resource allocation while monitoring and enhancing organizational performance to meet objectives
- Develop and manage comprehensive internal and external communication strategies to enhance organizational visibility and community engagement.
Assistant District Manager
Starbucks
Hartford, CT
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to improve sales and profitability, resulting in 250% revenue growth from the prior fiscal year
- Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership
- Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency
- Delegated tasks to team members based upon skill level to effectively manage collaborative efforts and achieve organizational goals.
Director of Operations
Make Your Mark Customizations
Mystic, CT
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Developed in-depth business strategies for both domestic and international operations; managed corporate accounts to include contract negotiations and acquisition
- Analyzed data across variety of sources to identify trends, patterns and areas of opportunity
- Developed and maintained strategic client relationships to grow revenue and improve account retention
- Assessed and evaluated business procedures and implemented structure to improve day-to-day operations.
Department Operations Manager
Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center
Fort Hood, TX
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Maintained staff, operational, and program oversight for the Department of Behavioral Health, consisting of 12 clinics and over 250 military and civilian employees
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures and managed quality, customer service and logistics
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions and improvements
- Measured and reviewed performance via KPIs and metrics
- Produced SOPs to document workplace procedures and optimize productivity through standardization.
Lead Intelligence Analyst
18th Field Artillery Brigade
Fort Bragg, NC
11.2014 - 06.2018
- Acted as the lead Intelligence analyst for a Brigade-sized element, consisting of over 2,000 soldiers; regularly briefed and communicated with Brigade leadership to increase understanding of intelligence and resource data
- Utilized critical thinking skills to develop strategic courses of action based on real-time operational intelligence
- Exercised strong analytical skills to better improve mission effectiveness and accuracy of information flow
- Prepared briefs and intelligence presentations and disseminated them to appropriate stakeholders.
Education
BBA - Business - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NHCertification - Behavioral Health
U.S. Medical Education And Training Center
Fort Sam Houston, TXCertification - Intelligence
U.S. Intelligence Center of Excellence
Fort Huachuca, AZSkills
- Opportunity and Risk Assessment
- Operational Excellence and Oversight
- Partnership Development
- P&L (Profit and Loss) Management
- Business Development
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Performance Optimization
- Revenue Growth
- Event Planning and Fundraising
- Corporate Governance
- Human Resources Management
- Crisis Management
Accomplishments
- The National Society of Leadership and Success
- Alpha Sigma Lambda
- Spoke at press conference with Senator Richard Blumenthal, announcing legislation which would establish an investigatory commission on anti-LGBTQIA+ policies and regulations in the U.S. military. Link - https://ctnewsjunkie.com/2023/10/11/blumenthal-promotes-bill-to-help-lgbtq-vets-access-benefits/
- Effectively organized impromptu fundraiser with a 3-day time restraint, resulting in over $8,000 of funds raised. Link - https://patch.com/connecticut/enfield/army-veteran-marching-enfield-new-london-kabul-13
- Co-organizer of LGBTQ+ Pride Observance for Fort Hood, TX (2019); sat on community Q&A panel of LGBTQ+ leaders. Link - https://cavazossentinel.com/living/hood-taking-pride-with-soldiers/article_7208b2da-981a-11e9-a636-9b8484b428d8.html
- Recognized as Starbucks Community Champion - October 2022.
- Drove 250% improvement in annual revenue through aggressive marketing, engagement, and business development strategies – Starbucks FY22
Boards Commissions
- National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) – Connecticut, August 2023 - Present
- Economic Development Commission – Glastonbury, CT, July 2023 - Present
- Connecticut Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce - Connecticut, January 2024 - Present
- Hartford Gay Men’s Chorus – Hartford, CT, July 2021 - October 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Deputy Executive Director
The Health Collective
06.2023 - Current
Assistant District Manager
Starbucks
11.2021 - 03.2023
Director of Operations
Make Your Mark Customizations
09.2020 - 11.2021
Department Operations Manager
Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center
06.2018 - 09.2020
Lead Intelligence Analyst
18th Field Artillery Brigade
11.2014 - 06.2018
BBA - Business - Organizational Leadership
Southern New Hampshire University
Certification - Behavioral Health
U.S. Medical Education And Training Center
Certification - Intelligence
U.S. Intelligence Center of Excellence