Years of Leadership Experience
Griff Thomas MBA
Executive
Stephens City,VA
Summary
Accomplished healthcare executive with extensive experience driving operational excellence and compliance across multiple facilities. Demonstrates a strong track record in enhancing productivity, optimizing profitability, and ensuring regulatory adherence through strategic planning and effective team leadership. Skilled in fostering relationships with key stakeholders to promote long-term business development and operational improvements.
Overview
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Awards Received for My Performance
Work History
District Manager
Aramark
VA/WV/MD/GA, USA
03.2014 - 10.2024
- Directed operations for $60 million, multi-site, multi-service geography.
- Delivered $100 million in contract extensions.
- Increased annual revenue by 25%.
- Improved profit margin by up to 100%.
- Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement or growth potential.
- Conducted regular location visits to ensure compliance with company policies, standards, and regulations.
- Established specific performance goals to boost team accomplishments.
- Created and maintained productive relationships with key client stakeholders.
- Participated in more than 20 RFP processes.
- Worked with direct reports to develop and implement action plans, improving operating results over a wide geographic area.
- Developed strategic plans for increasing sales, reducing costs, improving operations efficiency.
- Communicated on an expert level.
- Consistently drove customer satisfaction to the top quartile in multiple locations.
General Manager of Operations
Aramark
Winchester, VA
03.2010 - 03.2014
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw finance, service delivery and personnel across multiple locations.
- Oversaw $44 million annual budget.
- Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness, and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
- Held routine meetings with senior management to assess progress toward objectives.
- Monitored financial performance, and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
General Manager
Sodexo
MA/NH/KY/TN/GA
01.1995 - 02.2010
- Directed all aspects of business operations with a focus on budgeting, staffing schedules, inventory management, customer relations, and sales for up to $20 million.
Education
MBA - Accounting And Finance
Southern New Hampshire University
BA - Business Administration- Accounting
Westminster College
Healthcare Management -
Healthcare Coursework
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Operational Efficiency
- Multimillion-dollar P&L management
- Interpersonal communication
- Healthcare operations
- Client Services
- Relationship development
- Compliance Management
- Customer Relationship Management
Certification
- Serve Safe
- CHESP
Accomplishments
- National Diversity Leadership Award
- Highest Customer Satisfaction
- Highest Employee Satisfaction
- Outstanding Employee Experience Award
- Highest Quality Award
- Highest Employee Engagement Scores
- Most Improved Business Location
- Award of Excellence
- Financial Improvement Award
- Landmark Innovation Award
Interests
Creative writing
Singer/Songwriter
Blogger https//:whatgreatleadersknow.com
References
References available upon request.
Contact
Stephens City, VA 22655
Skills
- Productivity improvements
- Multi-unit management
- Participated in multiple RFPs
Education and Training
other
Awards
- Employee Retention Award
- Highest Quality Award
- Financial Performance Award
- Reduced Injury Rates by 100%
Timeline
District Manager
Aramark
03.2014 - 10.2024
General Manager of Operations
Aramark
03.2010 - 03.2014
General Manager
Sodexo
01.1995 - 02.2010
MBA - Accounting And Finance
Southern New Hampshire University
BA - Business Administration- Accounting
Westminster College
Healthcare Management -
Healthcare Coursework
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany Culture401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingPaid time offHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsSimilar Profiles
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