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GINO V. TAYLOR

Liberty,MO

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at The Family Conservancy, adept in contract management and fostering team collaboration. Excelled in driving operational efficiency and spearheading quality improvement initiatives at University Health. Skilled in critical thinking and relationship building, consistently achieving organizational goals through strategic planning and effective team management.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President of People, Culture & Equity

The Family Conservancy
Kansas City, KS
05.2022 - Current
  • Cultivated a culture of collaboration among department heads to facilitate cross-functional project execution.
  • Collaborated with executive team members on major decisions regarding company-wide initiatives.
  • Managed financial operations, overseeing budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis activities.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for services, products and supplies.
  • Organized special projects such as corporate events or marketing campaigns.
  • Oversaw human resources functions such as recruitment, employee relations, training and benefits administration.
  • Advised senior executives on approaches for resolving complex issues impacting operations.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws related to employment practices.
  • Implemented process improvement procedures that resulted in cost savings across the board.
  • Established performance standards for staff members in order to drive productivity levels up.
  • Developed and executed strategic plans to support the vision of the organization.
  • Formulated policies that improved operational efficiency and productivity.
  • Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth within existing markets or new ones.

Director - Behavioral Health Quality Improvement

University Health
03.2005 - Current
  • Progressive movement from Employment Specialist to Director of Quality Improvement
  • Oversee the overall operation of the BH quality department in accordance with all applicable statutes, regulation, policies, and standards
  • Designs and implement new services, changes existing services, and explore emerging best practices
  • Served as the Patient Safety/Risk Manager for BH
  • Act as liaison to community
  • Coordinate and collaborate with corporate patient safety, accreditation, and infection control
  • Provide training for the BH division and corporately
  • Facilitate and managed performance improvement projects
  • Provide briefing/present to funders, senior leadership and the board as needed

Officer

MO Army National Guard
10.1998 - 05.2005
  • Supervise and responsible for brigade intelligence needs
  • Assess the command climate and morale of the intelligence section
  • Supervised up to 40 personnel members
  • Serve as a recruitment liaison
  • Generate a three-year plan for training of soldiers
  • Conduct and coordinate peer counseling for fellow officer and subordinates

Unit Coordinator

Kaw Valley Psychiatric Hospital
07.2004 - 03.2005
  • Provided overall structure and care of the patients
  • Implement program service plan and carry out the goals and objectives of the hospital
  • Ensure unit compliance with all applicable health and safety standards
  • Provide, coordinate, and monitor in service training

Education

Master of Arts - Human Resources Management and Human Resources Development

Webster University
Overland Park, KS

Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Psychology

Central Missouri State University
Warrensburg, MO

Master of Health Administration -

Webster University
Overland Park, KS

Doctorate of Education - Higher Education Leadership

Baker University
Overland Park, KS

Skills

  • Issue and conflict resolution
  • Contract development and management
  • Decision-making
  • Critical thinking
  • Supervision
  • Training & Development
  • MS Office
  • Computer skills
  • Relationship building
  • Working collaboratively
  • Analytical
  • Team management

Volunteer Experience

  • University Health, 2005 - current, BH Safety Committee - Chair, Service Excellence/Employee Engagement - Member, BH Quality Improvement Committee - Chair, Professional Development - Member, Crossroads Infrastructure Committee - Member, Diversity and Inclusion Committee - Member, LGBTQ+ Committee - Member, BH Cultural Diversity Committee - Chair
  • Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity Incorporation, 2001 - current, Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. is an international organization comprised of 150,000 college educated men which focuses on issues that impact youth and our communities., Collegiate Chapter President (2001-2003), Collegiate Chapter Advisor (2003 -2009), Chapter Historian (2003-2005), Chapter Secretary (2005-2008), Regional Board (2008-current)
  • National Pan-Hellenic Council, 2001 - current, The stated purpose and mission of the organization is 'Unanimity of thought and action as far as possible in the conduct of Greek letter collegiate fraternities and sororities.', Graduate Chapter President (2019 - 2021), Collegiate Chapter President (2002-2003), Liaison for Phi Beta Sigma (2004 - current), Sergeant at Arms, Parliamentarian (2010-2018), Greater Kansas City President (2019 - current)
  • Human Resources Management Association, 2006 - 2010, The Society for Human Resource Management of Greater Kansas City, Inc. is a professional association dedicated to the advancement and support of the human resource profession., Member (2007-2010), Diversity committees (2007)
  • Missouri Rehabilitation Association, 2007 - 2019, The mission of the Missouri Rehabilitation Association is to promote an environment in the State of Missouri which gives persons with disabilities a fair opportunity to achieve quality of life., Board Member - Consumer Marketing (2009 - 2010), Board Member - Legislative (2010 - 2018), State Board Member - Legislative (2010 - 2018), President (2014)
  • Missouri Association for Rehabilitation Facilities, 2008 - 2018, The Employment Division consists of Community Rehabilitation Providers throughout the state of Missouri that offer a variety of vocational services to persons with disabilities., Board Member (2008 - 2018), Division Chair (2016 -2017)
  • Crossroads Community Association, 2016 - current, The mission of the Crossroads Community Association shall be to support, promote, advance, and encourage the revitalization of the community., Board Member (2016 - current), Cultural competency Advisory Council (2016 - current)
  • TNC Community, 2020 - current, The mission of the TNC Community is to advocate for interdependent living, education and community inclusion through competent, caring support., Board Member (2020 - current), Administrative/Strategic Planning Committee (2020 - current), Finance/Long Range Committee (2020 - current)

Timeline

Vice President of People, Culture & Equity

The Family Conservancy
05.2022 - Current

Director - Behavioral Health Quality Improvement

University Health
03.2005 - Current

Unit Coordinator

Kaw Valley Psychiatric Hospital
07.2004 - 03.2005

Officer

MO Army National Guard
10.1998 - 05.2005

Master of Arts - Human Resources Management and Human Resources Development

Webster University

Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Psychology

Central Missouri State University

Master of Health Administration -

Webster University

Doctorate of Education - Higher Education Leadership

Baker University
GINO V. TAYLOR