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Christine Zoppi, MPA
434 Craig Rd., Sacramento,KY
Summary
Visionary executive leader and organizational strategist with over 25 years of experience in rural government and non-profit health and human services. Executive Director for multi-county Community Action Agency, and Health and Human Services Agency. Award-winning innovator in program design and system access.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
10
Health systems development
25
Organizational and community development
25
Developing values based leaders
24
Aligning human services systems
1
Certificate
Work History
Aspire 2 Lead Now / Aspire Innovators, LLC
Executive Strategy Officer / Consultant
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Develop tailored strategies for workforce optimization.
- Provided executive support services including coaching, onboarding, development and transition planning.
- Evaluates existing strategic approaches through collaborative group sessions, effectively pinpointing areas for improvement and potential growth.
- Conduct assessments in various areas such as operations, finance, leadership, risk, and program performance.
- Provide guidance on improving operational processes, implementing business development initiatives, and managing organizational changes.
Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency
Health and Human/Community Action Director
08.2015 - 12.2023
Job overview
- Established strategic values, vision, and direction for a multi-county Community Action Agency under the policy of the Board of Directors.
- Coordinated the integration of programs within the Health and Human Services Agency, including Social Services, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Public Guardian, and Community Action.
- Achieved $17 million in funding through the California Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program for the construction and operation of the Children's Behavioral Health Wellness Center.
- Led the planning and execution of the Dos Rios Continuum of Care, a regional project focused on addressing homelessness.
- Managed budget and finances, resulting in a seven-year increase in annual revenues from $35 million to $82 million.
Trinity County Dept. of Health and Human Services
Health and Human Services Director
10.2013 - 08.2015
Job overview
- Managed and supervised the functions of Social Services, Public Health, and Public Guardian departments.
- Ensured successful implementation of Medi-Cal Expansion in compliance with ACA guidelines.
- Boosted public trust and confidence in the organization.
- Addressed vacancies through an effective organizational restructure and employee engagement program resulting in increased team capacity and productivity.
Glenn County Human Resource Agency, CA
Deputy Director Community Action Agency
12.2007 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Executed duties as the lead executive at the Community Action Agency.
- Monitored and evaluated program effectiveness, making necessary adjustments.
- Implemented effective strategies for staff management resulting in the attainment of organizational goals.
- Established operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations.
- Managed budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Collaborated with other departments to identify areas for improvement and implement change.
- Represented the department at meetings, conferences, workshops.
Education
Purdue University Global, West Lafayette, IN
Master of Public Administration
University Overview
- 4.0 GPA
- Member of Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement (SCLA)
California State University - Chico, Chico, CA
Bachelor’s Degree from Business Administration, Finance
Skills
- Strategic Decision Making & Alignment
- Organizational & Systems Transformation
- Team Building & Collaborative Development
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives
- Ethical Leadership & Governance
- Succession Planning & Talent Management
- Integrated Program Design & Innovation
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Financial Management & Budget Administration
- Change Management & Adaptive Leadership
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Community Engagement & Communication
- Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement
- Modern Governance
Accomplishments
- Assembly District 3 Woman of the Year Award by California Assembly Leader James Gallagher, 2023
- Agency Outcome Award by CalCAPA, 2023
- CSAC Innovation Award: CREW Re-entry Program
Certification
- Certified Professional Coach Mind2Lead: International Coaching Federation (ICF).
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Timeline
Executive Strategy Officer / Consultant
Aspire 2 Lead Now / Aspire Innovators, LLC
03.2024 - Current
Health and Human/Community Action Director
Glenn County Health and Human Services Agency
08.2015 - 12.2023
Health and Human Services Director
Trinity County Dept. of Health and Human Services
10.2013 - 08.2015
Deputy Director Community Action Agency
Glenn County Human Resource Agency
12.2007 - 08.2013
Purdue University Global
Master of Public Administration
California State University - Chico
Bachelor’s Degree from Business Administration, Finance
- Certified Professional Coach Mind2Lead: International Coaching Federation (ICF).
Fiscal And Systems Administration
Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration - Concentration in Finance. Manage $95 million annual agency budget consisting of federal, state, local and private revenues. No adverse audit findings. Extensive leadership experience through diverse economic conditions.
Leadership And Human Resources
Conducted research design and analytics to measure employee engagement and satisfaction. Developed workforce initiatives to improve recruitment, retention and succession planning. Implemented agency-wide strengths-based leadership program, Implemented multiple transformational initiatives to improve culture and employee engagement.
Personal
- Clifton Strengthsfinder Themes: Relator, Maximizer, Connectedness, Arranger, Individualization
- I value supporting the development of people, inclusion, and opportunity for all. My passion is working with systems and environment to create conditions for optimal results.
- Foster parent for five years. Proud to see my longest-term child age out of care and into independent living and then adulthood. He remains a part of our family and is a productive citizen. With love guidance and support he overcame life's obstacles to live successfully in adulthood.
- Avid lover, breeder and exhibitor of world-class American Quarter Horses.
Experience Summary
- Executive Management: 17 Years
- Executive Director: 10 Years
- Budget Management Scope: $90 million annually
- Master's Degree-Public Administration
References
References available upon request.
Regional and Statewide Board Membership
- Public Health Representative County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Governing Board of Directors, 35 member counties; Planning and Benefits Committee Chair, 2018-2023
- National Peer Reviewer-Pathways organizational excellence
- Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medicaid Managed Care County Organized Health Care System), Commissioner, 2014-2015
Personal
- Fostered youth for five years. Experienced foster care system firsthand, that inspires the work for children and youth.
- Clifton Strengths: Maximizer, Connectedness, Relator, Individualization and Ideation.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
- Public Health Representative County Medical Services Program (CMSP) Governing Board of Directors, 35 member counties; Planning and Benefits Committee Chair, 2018-2023
- Partnership HealthPlan of California (Medicaid Managed Care County Organized Health Care System), Commissioner, 2014-2015
- Harvard Business Review Advisory Council (2024-present)
Personal
- Fostered youth for five years. Experienced foster care system firsthand, that inspires the work for children and youth.
- Clifton Strengths: Maximizer, Connectedness, Relator, Individualization and Ideation.
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