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Gayle Akins

Nashville,TN

Summary

Professional with expertise in developing and implementing educational strategies. Experienced conference speaker and moderator with a strong presence in the field. Demonstrated success in grant writing, securing over 5 million annually for a major healthcare organization. Hardworking and versatile professional, well-versed in executing business strategies.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Director CME - CE

eMedEvents
Basking Ridge, NJ
03.2023 - Current
  • Developed a comprehensive learning strategy for an e-learning platform with over 2 million subscribers.
  • Managed strategic planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration for program success.
  • Designed course content using instructional design principles to meet learner needs and goals.
  • Oversaw speaker bureau, presentations, videos, e-learning modules, and live webinars.
  • Secured ACCME and ANCC accreditation for educational programs.
  • Created marketing materials, including website and social media campaigns for global outreach.
  • Analyzed content effectiveness through learner feedback and engagement metrics for ongoing improvement.

Program Manager

WebMD - Post Graduate Institute of Medicine
New York, NY
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Directed CME program as a jointly accredited provider for AMA Category 1 and ABIM MOC.
  • Cultivated partnerships with hospitals, medical systems, and various organizations.
  • Participated in national conferences focused on CME, Joint Accreditation, and Medical Education.
  • Managed activities for 40 partners, ensuring compliance with accreditation and regulatory guidelines.
  • Reviewed jointly sponsored activities to confirm adherence to regulatory standards and policies.
  • Led cross-functional teams to develop innovative healthcare education programs.
  • Developed program budgets and monitored spending to maintain financial compliance.

CME Specialist

Antidote Education Company
Nashville, TN
02.2021 - 12.2021
  • Project management of multiple accredited continuing education (ACCME) activities, including online programs, enduring materials, instructor lead, and live symposia from kick off through program expiration.
  • Administered policies and procedures related to the ACCME Essential Areas and Elements and Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education & ABIM to clients.
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of medical education grants, including development of grant proposals for physicians, nurses, and pharmacists.

Director, Development/Donor Relations

Nashville Peacemakers
Nashville, TN
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Secured $650,000 in funding for community programs through effective grant writing and fundraising.
  • Coordinated outreach initiatives to engage potential funders and enhance support.
  • Oversaw project management processes to ensure the timely execution of key initiatives.
  • Managed budget allocation and resource distribution across multiple projects and programs.

Senior Outreach Specialist for the Coordinated Care Initiative (CCI) - Santa Clara County

Harbage Consulting
Sacramento, CA
10.2015 - 07.2019
  • Coordinated direction setting, oversight, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications for health plans serving the dual-eligible (Medicaid/Medicare) populations in Santa Clara County.
  • Created educational opportunities for health plans, physicians, community leaders, and non-profit organizations that work with dual-eligible populations.
  • Developed health fairs and informational forums for targeted populations to provide information, health screenings, and community resources.

Regional Coordinator, Covered California Health Exchange

California State Conference of the NAACP
Sacramento, CA
06.2013 - 09.2015
  • Developed the Strategic Action plans for 10 NAACP branches to meet the goals of the Covered California Health Exchange.
  • Designed the training program for Certified Educators and Certified Enrollment Counselors.
  • Coordinated educational and outreach events in partnership with elected officials, churches and nonprofits to better leverage resources and expand outreach.

National Physician Education Program Manager

Kaiser Permanente Federation
Oakland, CA
04.2009 - 06.2013
  • Executed the National Continuing Medical Education Program to address gaps in physician competence, performance, and patient outcomes.
  • Strengthened guidelines, processes, and procedures to meet the criteria for the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
  • Managed the grant administration process, including research, writing, submission, and tracking.
  • Partnered with community organizations to support the education of community clinicians to increase access to quality care for vulnerable populations.
  • Generated $8.5 million in pharmaceutical grants to fund conferences.

Education

M.S. - Management and Public Policy

Carnegie-Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA

B.S. - Biology

Belmont University
Nashville, TN

Skills

  • Articulate Storyline and Rise
  • Adobe Captivate
  • MyCME
  • Agile methodology
  • Waterfall methodology
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Project management with Asana
  • Microsoft Project expertise
  • Adobe Creative Suite
  • SmartSheet proficiency

Affiliations

  • Master Gardener, Davidson County, Tennessee
  • Community Volunteer
  • Sailing

Accomplishments

  • Received 2 ACCME accreditation with commendation.
  • Recognized as an expert in Instructional Design.
  • Recognized as an expert in ACCME, ANCC, AMA, OIG, IPCE, PhRMA, ACPE, AANA and ABIM MOC guidelines.

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

Remote

Timeline

Director CME - CE

eMedEvents
03.2023 - Current

Program Manager

WebMD - Post Graduate Institute of Medicine
11.2021 - 12.2022

CME Specialist

Antidote Education Company
02.2021 - 12.2021

Director, Development/Donor Relations

Nashville Peacemakers
10.2019 - 10.2021

Senior Outreach Specialist for the Coordinated Care Initiative (CCI) - Santa Clara County

Harbage Consulting
10.2015 - 07.2019

Regional Coordinator, Covered California Health Exchange

California State Conference of the NAACP
06.2013 - 09.2015

National Physician Education Program Manager

Kaiser Permanente Federation
04.2009 - 06.2013

M.S. - Management and Public Policy

Carnegie-Mellon University

B.S. - Biology

Belmont University

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