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Bonnie DeSmet-Bacon

Bonnie DeSmet-Bacon

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Visionary Executive and seasoned thought leader with 15+ years of proven expertise and unwavering dedication to operations excellence which drives organizational growth and cultivates key partnerships. Adept in all multidisciplinary business facets integral to new enterprise launch, financial sustainability and profitability. Highly skilled in navigating challenges to deliver remarkable results, possessing a proven track record of fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams.

Overview

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Work History

VP Operations | Founder

HEAL Security
Phoenix, AZ
2022 - Current
  • Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
  • Created and managed the company's financial budgeting, forecasting, and reporting systems and achieved exceptional results by responsibly overseeing the financial aspects of a $5.25 million budget, successfully implementing cost-saving measures resulting in a noteworthy 40% reduction in monthly burn rate.
  • Built and fostered a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous development in a high-performing engineering team of 18 professionals across the US, UK, Portugal, and Eastern Europe.
  • Directed cross-functional team initiatives to bring the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to market, attaining important benchmarks and acquiring start-up expertise.
  • Facilitated alignment of cross-functional teams and stakeholders by translating complex technical concepts into easily understandable information through clear and effective communication strategies.
  • Increased credibility and client awareness by developing marketing collateral and presentations and public relations campaigns.
  • Spearheaded three strategic restructuring projects within 18 months to enhance team efficiency and minimize expenses.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with various stakeholders, such as investors, vendors, and partners.

Program Manager Consultant

Project Advocates
Phoenix, AZ
2014 - 2024
  • Drove innovation and excellence by spearheading dynamic projects across healthcare, education, and community development sectors.
  • Achieved an average cost savings of 15% by strategically allocating capital funding for projects ranging from $100M to $400M, optimizing the utilization of financial resources.
  • Worked seamlessly with diverse groups to analyze programming and functional needs, guaranteeing alignment with project targets.
  • Created detailed project plans, tracked progress against those plans, and identified risks associated with the projects.
  • Established effective communication channels between internal staff and external partners and stakeholders.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.

Project Manager

Stanford Health Care
Palo Alto, CA
2011 - 2014
  • Directed comprehensive training and orientation programs to ensure adherence to county, city, and state regulations.
  • Aligned project initiatives and strategies with organizational objectives through effective communication with senior leadership.
  • Successfully orchestrated teams to deliver an outstanding event for a $2b hospital, accommodating 7,500 staff members across three campuses within a 30-hour timeframe.
  • Cultivated relationships with diverse stakeholders, fostering alignment and collaboration throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Engineered and upheld meticulous project documentation using MSP and other Project Management software tools, guaranteeing clarity and efficiency in project execution.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.

Education

MS - Urban Planning

University of Nebraska, Omaha

BS - Public Administration

University of Nebraska, Omaha

Skills

  • Ethical Operational Leadership
  • Critical Thinking
  • Investor Relations
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Professional Development
  • Project Planning
  • Contract Administration
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Risk Management
  • Policy/program development
  • Corporate Communications
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Fiscal Management

Websites

Certification

PMP

Other Professional Experience

  • VP Programs | Project Management Institute | Omaha, NE | 2019 – 2021
  • Operations Director | Starlight Consultants | San Francisco, CA | 2009 -2012
  • Project Coordinator | Korn Ferry International | San Francisco, CA | 2005 - 2008
  • Founder, President | Midtown Neighborhood Alliance | Omaha, NE | 2000 – 2005
  • Executive Committee Member | Destination Midtown | Omaha, NE | 2000 - 2004
  • President | Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association | Omaha, NE | 2001- 2004
  • President | St. Cecilia's Parent Association | Omaha, NE | 2001- 2002
  • Board Member | St. Cecilia’s Cathedral Centennial | Omaha, NE | 2000 – 2002
  • Treasurer | Joslyn Castle Neighborhood Association | Omaha, NE | 1999 - 2001

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

VP Operations | Founder

HEAL Security
2022 - Current

Program Manager Consultant

Project Advocates
2014 - 2024

Project Manager

Stanford Health Care
2011 - 2014

MS - Urban Planning

University of Nebraska, Omaha

BS - Public Administration

University of Nebraska, Omaha

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