DETRA N. DAVIS
Elgin,IL
Summary
Energized by dynamic leadership and strategic planning, I propelled the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine's publications to new heights, fostering robust business development and process improvement. My expertise in editorial management and knack for cultivating relationships have consistently enhanced publication quality and team performance, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills critical for success.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DIRECTOR OF PUBLICATIONS
AMERICAN ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY FOR SPORTS MEDICINE
01.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded growth and business development for four journals and associated editorial products, aligning efforts with the Society’s strategic objectives
- Oversee the entire publishing enterprise, ensuring all publications and related communications meet exceptional quality standards, including managing the journals' editors-in-chief (independent contractors)
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with the publisher, AOSSM Medical Publishing Board, editorial personnel, committees, and professional teams to drive continuous improvement, optimize internal processes, and implement cutting-edge technologies for maximum efficiency
- Drive growth and trajectory to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality content across AOSSM’s portfolio of medical journals and associated multimedia communications, including podcasts, videos, and webinars
- Direct and execute all aspects of the publishing workflow, from manuscript preparation to web-based electronic submission systems, ensuring seamless communication with authors, reviewers, editors, and the publisher
- Act as the primary professional liaison for the AOSSM Medical Publishing Board, fostering strong collaboration and strategic alignment
- Proactively drive product development ideas and network to grow the publishing enterprise
- Develop the department’s annual budget and oversee monthly financial activities
- Supervise and mentor a team of 5 direct reports, independent contractors and consultants
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, PUBLICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY FOR HEALTH ECONOMICS AND OUTCOMES RESEARCH
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: (ISPOR)
- Lead editorial operations and operational strategy across the publications department
- Contribute to publication strategy by assisting in developing the annual business plans, budgets, and the 5-year publications strategy
- Work collaboratively across all departments and with external vendors to develop publication strategies
- Manage regular (quarterly) meetings with other departments (i.e., membership, membership engagement, and education)
- Manage, train, coach, and evaluate one direct report (Associate, Publications)
- Oversee the production of two-peer reviewed journals, one digital member magazine, and an e-newsletter
- Monitor key performance indicators and collaborate with the Director and editorial boards to develop and implement content strategies that aim to improve the quality and reputation of the journals continuously and align with the Society’s goals and objectives
- Serve as the Managing Editor for Value in Health and Value in Health Regional Issues (i.e., manage the peer-review process, ensure the timely processing of papers, communicate with editors, authors, reviewers, etc.)
- Manage outsourced vendors (i.e., perform quality control checks, provide feedback, create and update processes)
- (ISPOR)
MANAGING EDITOR
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
ROSEMONT, USA
01.2011 - 01.2021
- Manage, train, and evaluate three editorial assistants
- Manage three peer-reviewed journals: one print and two open-access journals
- Research to prepare for the journals’ future scope and policy implementation
- Collaborate with the Director and Associate Director of the Creative and Publishing Department to determine appropriate strategic and financial goals for the journal to support the Academy’s mission
- Consistently Analyze and collect data and statistical information about the journal
- Compiles and gathers reports relevant to journal performance and long-term planning
- Maintain knowledge of Continuing Medical Education requirements for the journal and ensure compliance with ACCME accreditation criteria
PUBLICATION MANAGER
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
ANN ARBOR, USA
01.2005 - 01.2011
- Participated in recruitment and training of HR
- Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated 3 staff members
- Managed 4 scholarly, peer-reviewed journals
- Formulated technical documents, marketing collateral, company procedures, and business proposals
- Served as primary contact for journal editors, associate editors, authors, reviewers, and media
- Managed intellectual property, permission issues, and requests
- Analyzed and collected data for reports on journal status
- Facilitated the Publishing Director with the administration of publications, keeping updated on publications from competitor publishing houses
Education
MS - Publishing
Pace University
New York, NYMS - Managerial Communications
Northwestern University
Evanston, ILBA - Business Administration
Cleary University
Ann Arbor, MISkills
- Dynamic Leadership
- Customer Service
- Training/Development
- Editorial Manager
- Performance/Analysis
- Starting open-access journals
- Recruit/New Hire
- Financial Acumen
- Light copyedit of papers
- Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Team Building
- Process Improvement
- Critical Thinking
- Project Management
- Cultivating Relationships
- Business Development
Certification
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Accomplishments
- Building strong and mutually beneficial relationships with our Editors and their Editorial teams
- Coordinating budgets, preparing financial projections, and leading the overall financial performance of the journals
- Scholarly journal management
- Strong team skills, ability to collaborate, work proactively with others, and share knowledge and best practices
Professionalboardsandassociations
- International Society of Managing and Technical Editors, Workshop Committee, 01/01/18, Current
- International Society of Managing and Technical Editors, Chair of Committee, 01/01/22, 12/31/23
- Council of Science Editors, Membership Committee, 01/01/14, 12/31/18
- Association Forum of Chicagoland, Editorial Board, 01/01/14, 12/31/15
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DIRECTOR OF PUBLICATIONS
AMERICAN ORTHOPAEDIC SOCIETY FOR SPORTS MEDICINE
01.2024 - Current
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, PUBLICATIONS
PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY FOR HEALTH ECONOMICS AND OUTCOMES RESEARCH
01.2022 - 01.2024
MANAGING EDITOR
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF DERMATOLOGY
01.2011 - 01.2021
PUBLICATION MANAGER
UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
01.2005 - 01.2011
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
MS - Publishing
Pace University
MS - Managerial Communications
Northwestern University
BA - Business Administration
Cleary University
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