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Himesh Lakhlani

El Paso,TX

Summary

Accomplished Chief Executive Officer and Campus President bringing expertise in business planning, revenue development and change management in the For Profit College Sector. Offering 15 years of experience in For Profit, Non-Profit, Government and Private Higher Education Organizations. Successful at selecting and developing curricula and lesson plans to fulfill instructional requirements and support learning objectives. Collegiate Leadership with strong focus in Allied Health and Nursing programs at the National and Regional Accreditation levels. Oversaw internal administrative activities through program planning, operations, P&L and leadership. Exceeded outcomes in student retention, licensure, graduation and graduate career readiness and placement rates. Successfully achieved State, Federal, VA and Programmatic Audits with 0 findings.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Adjunct Professor

Unitekcollege
Newport Beach, CA
06.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented course syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
  • Facilitated active learning through class discussions, group activities, and individual projects.
  • Provided constructive feedback on student assignments to promote student success.
  • Evaluated student performance using appropriate assessment techniques and provided timely feedback.
  • Mentored students in the development of their research skills and critical thinking abilities.
  • Utilized a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.

President and Board Chairman

Lakhlani Group
Rochester, NY
09.2007 - Current
  • Managed personnel issues including recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluation, and termination.
  • Monitored legislative changes that could affect the organization's operations or funding sources.
  • Provided leadership and guidance on budgeting decisions to maximize resources available.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to nonprofit organizations.
  • Developed and implemented healthcare strategies for large-scale organizations.
  • Provided executive-level consulting services to healthcare providers.
  • Conducted in-depth analyses of existing policies and procedures in the healthcare industry.
  • Researched, evaluated, and presented new ideas for improving operational efficiency within health systems.
  • Collaborated with hospital administrators to develop cost containment initiatives across multiple departments.
  • Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss challenges faced by the healthcare sector.
  • Developed training programs focused on improving patient safety and quality of care standards.
  • Analyzed financial statements and identified areas where costs could be reduced or eliminated.
  • Provided guidance on regulatory compliance issues related to the Affordable Care Act.
  • Assessed current technology infrastructure and proposed ways to optimize operations.
  • Drafted presentations summarizing key trends in the healthcare industry.
  • Monitored changes in legislation that may impact the delivery of care services.
  • Consulted with physicians on clinical workflow processes and protocols.
  • Created tools that help identify potential revenue opportunities within hospitals.
  • Identified methods for streamlining administrative tasks across departments.
  • Evaluated staffing models to determine necessary adjustments for improved productivity.
  • Served as primary liaison for clients, political stakeholders, providers and public policy associations, lobbyists and partners.
  • Provided strategic business advice to healthcare startup companies and private equity investments.
  • Maintained records management system to process personnel information and produce reports.
  • Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
  • Established solid relations with leadership and staff by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental information exchanges.
  • Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
  • Assessed need for additional staff, equipment and services based on historical data and seasonal trends.
  • Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
  • Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Conducted training sessions for healthcare personnel in medical procedures and protocols.
  • Scheduled appointments, maintained patient records, and monitored medical supplies inventory.
  • Supervised the maintenance of medical equipment and facilities.
  • Provided technical guidance on various health care issues to subordinates.
  • Assisted in the development of policy changes related to health care services.
  • Reviewed existing policies, procedures, and guidelines relating to healthcare operations.
  • Ensured that all safety measures were taken during health care operations.
  • Performed quality assurance reviews of healthcare staff performance.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure proper provision of health care services.
  • Managed patient information systems to ensure accuracy and security of data.
  • Conducted inspections on medical units according to established standards.
  • Performed initial assessments of clients to determine eligibility for services and resources.
  • Developed Individual Service Plans outlining goals, objectives, strategies, and interventions to improve client's quality of life.
  • Provided case management services including linking clients with community resources and providing referrals for social services.
  • Conducted home visits to evaluate the safety of living environments for individuals in need of assistance.
  • Assisted clients in developing and executing independent living skills such as budgeting, meal planning, finding housing.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational groups focused on problem solving skills and building self-esteem.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to ensure coordination of care between multiple agencies and providers.
  • Monitored client progress toward individualized service plan goals through periodic reviews of records and reports from other agencies or programs involved in the delivery of services.

Executive Director /CEO

SAHARA Foundation
Artesia, CA
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Oversaw budgetary and financial activities and implemented strategies to grow business and profits.
  • Led organization by establishing business direction and actualizing operational plans to meet goals.
  • Negotiated and approved contracts between company and distributors, suppliers and other external entities.
  • Conducted presentations to outside groups to drive programs, policies and company objectives.
  • Increased productivity by creating new policies, objectives and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented human resources strategies to support organizational goals.
  • Conducted recruitment processes including job postings, interviewing, background checks, and onboarding new hires.
  • Managed employee relations issues such as grievances, performance management, disciplinary action, and terminations.
  • Analyzed data to determine potential areas of improvement in the organization's HR practices.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure that operational objectives were met in a timely manner.
  • Created training programs for new employees to help them become familiar with company culture and expectations.
  • Coordinated with payroll department to ensure accurate processing of salaries and benefits payments.
  • Evaluated job descriptions for accuracy and relevance to current roles within the organization.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, local labor laws regarding wages, hours worked, overtime pay.
  • Organized team-building activities for staff members in order to foster morale among employees.
  • Drafted pleadings for court filings, including complaints, motions and other litigation documents.
  • Prepared and reviewed legal documents, such as contracts, leases, deeds, and settlement agreements.
  • Conducted legal research to support cases and provide advice to attorneys.
  • Researched statutes, regulations and ordinances applicable to client matters.
  • Maintained an organized docketing system to track all deadlines associated with cases.
  • Counseled clients regarding their legal rights and obligations in accordance with applicable laws.

Operations Consultant

Strata Healthcare
Los Angeles, CA
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Increased operations efficiency through execution of improvement processes.
  • Presented findings to management and executive leadership and fielded questions to help refine strategies.
  • Wrote comprehensive reports outlining findings and translating concepts for technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Performed quantitative and qualitative evaluations to measure effectiveness of field programs and operations.
  • Researched, analyzed and solved revenue management questions, including forecasting and inventory.
  • Developed and implemented statistical analysis plans for clinical trials.
  • Developed SAS programs to analyze data from clinical studies.
  • Performed simulations and analyses of study results using R programming language.
  • Conducted exploratory data analysis on large datasets using SPSS software.
  • Assisted in the development of protocols, case report forms, and other documents related to clinical research studies.
  • Reviewed safety profiles for drugs under investigation for FDA approval.
  • Created tables, listings, figures, graphs, and charts to illustrate complex data relationships.
  • Identified trends in patient outcomes through multivariate analysis techniques.
  • Presented results of statistical analyses at scientific meetings.
  • Provided statistical expertise in designing experiments or surveys.
  • Monitored adherence to regulatory guidelines during trial execution.
  • Designed databases to store large amounts of clinical trial information securely.
  • Collaborated with external stakeholders such as vendors and contractors involved in biostatistical projects.
  • Trained team members on proper use of software packages used for data analysis.
  • Participated in quality assurance activities related to biostatistical processes.
  • Coordinated with lead statistician to assist with epidemiology.
  • Responded to clinical team needs and questions regarding study-specific reports and deliverables.
  • Designed data collection and reduction to draw conclusions from operational, notional and simulated data sets.
  • Created test cases and scenarios for documentation and root cause analysis of bugs.
  • Tracked project costs and status, reported on risks and made recommendations on corrective actions.
  • Coordinated and conducted special analytical studies and projects to improve programmatic operations.
  • Directed daily operations of departments, coordinating interdepartmental project activities.
  • Stayed abreast of local, state and federal regulations impacting corporate compliance.
  • Utilized well-honed skills to swiftly adapt and refocus with changing project priorities.

President

The College of Healthcare Professions
Houston, TX
02.2017 - 04.2021
  • Campus growth from 400 to 900+ during tenure.
  • Executive Management of Texas State Board of Nursing Programs - BSN and LVN
  • Researched underlying issues, regulatory compliance status and processes to resolve complex business issues and recommend strategic corrective actions.
  • Completed quarterly reports to include findings via conducting site visits and subsequent report generation.
  • Diminished regulatory risks by strict adherence to insurance and safety regulations.
  • Devised utilities needed to streamline and strengthen operations, driving substantial improvement to KPIs.
  • Communicated regularly with executive team members to deliver pertinent details related to progress status and direction for projects.
  • Maintained accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
  • Assessed potential collaboration opportunities to enhance organizational value and improve efficiency.

President

Milan Institute
El Paso, TX
01.2011 - 12.2014
  • Campus Size of 500 Students in Technical Programs
  • #1 Campus for 17 months Consecutive.
  • Wrote the first Spanish Language Curriculum for the State of Texas for a Technical College.
  • Developed and maintained client relationships to grow business and improve account retention.
  • Reviewed site and department performance to improve quality of services and comply with regulatory requirements.
  • Analyzed data across variety of sources to identify trends, patterns and areas of opportunity.
  • Assessed and evaluated business procedures and implemented structure to improve day-to-day operations.
  • Communicated clear and consistent messages regarding departmental goals to produce desired results.

Campus President

International Business College
El Paso, TX
12.2007 - 12.2011
  • Regional President overseeing Technical College with Allied Health and Business Programs.
  • Developed and implemented strategic plans to ensure the college's long-term success.
  • Analyzed financial data, budgets, and other reports to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
  • Oversaw the recruitment of new faculty members and students; monitored enrollment trends.
  • Established policies governing admissions requirements, tuition rates, degree offerings, course scheduling procedures.
  • Provided leadership for academic planning processes including program review and assessment initiatives.

Education

Master of Science - Health Care Administration

Unitek College
Newport Beach, CA
11.2023

M.D. - Medicine

CA Health Sciences University
Belize City, Belize
09.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2003

Skills

  • State Testing Support
  • Fiscal Management
  • Performance Evaluations
  • School Administration
  • Policies and Procedures Enforcement
  • Administrative Staff Coordination
  • Program Analysis
  • Academic Standards Management
  • Emergency Readiness
  • Student Needs Assessments
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Vocational Programs Development
  • Graduation Rate Improvements
  • Classroom Evaluations
  • Adminstrative Law Compliance Specialist
  • Multicultural Leadership
  • At-Risk Student Intervention
  • Inventory Management
  • New System Implementation
  • Faculty Management
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Best Practices Implementation
  • Operations Analysis
  • Quality Assurance
  • Configuration Management
  • Business Planning
  • Failure Analysis
  • Timeline Development
  • Project Implementation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Health Care Legal Expert
  • Employment Law
  • Health Care Financial Management
  • Health Care Legal Ethics and Employment Law
  • Reports and Documentation
  • Health Care Financial Operations and CFO

Timeline

Adjunct Professor

Unitekcollege
06.2022 - Current

Executive Director /CEO

SAHARA Foundation
01.2022 - 04.2023

Operations Consultant

Strata Healthcare
06.2021 - 10.2022

President

The College of Healthcare Professions
02.2017 - 04.2021

President

Milan Institute
01.2011 - 12.2014

Campus President

International Business College
12.2007 - 12.2011

President and Board Chairman

Lakhlani Group
09.2007 - Current

Master of Science - Health Care Administration

Unitek College

M.D. - Medicine

CA Health Sciences University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

University of Pittsburgh
Himesh Lakhlani