JAMES W. HARTMAN, III, CPA, COE
Mobile,Alabama
Summary
Results-driven executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational excellence. Proven track record in fostering team collaboration, driving organizational growth, and adapting to evolving business needs. Skilled in strategic planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. Known for strong decision-making abilities and unwavering focus on achieving measurable outcomes.
Knowledgeable Chief Executive Officer with solid track record in executive leadership, steering companies toward growth and innovation. Proven ability to implement strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiencies. Demonstrated excellence in team collaboration and strategic decision-making.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
President and Chief Executive Officer
Premier Medical Group, Inc.
2010 - Current
- Company Overview: Founded in 1915, Premier Medical Group is an Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Practice with thirty-eight providers and six locations located in Mobile and Baldwin counties in Alabama
- The practice also has numerous satellite clinics located throughout Southwest Alabama and the Mississippi Gulf Coast
- Premier physicians have ownership in and perform surgeries at two ASC locations in Mobile
- Premier employs over three hundred employees
Chief Financial Officer
Premier Medical Group, Inc.
07.2000 - 12.2009
- Responsible for all financial aspects of the Practice including financial reporting, loan negotiations, insurance, retirement plan administration and revenue cycle management
- Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
- Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
- Managed risk effectively through comprehensive insurance coverage review and implementation of robust internal controls.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports and budgets.
Vice-President of Finance
Midtown Restaurants Corporation
1996 - 06.2000
- Company Overview: Midtown Restaurants was a Burger King franchisee with sixty-nine locations throughout four states
- Executive Management was tasked with doubling the size of the Company which we were able to achieve through new construction and acquisitions
- The Company was sold in November 1999 and I remained with the Company as a consultant through June 2000
Partner
Smith, Dukes, CPAs
04.1985 - 01.1995
- Company Overview: Smith, Dukes, CPAs is one of the oldest and largest public accounting firms in the state of Alabama
- Started as a staff accountant and was admitted as a Partner in 1993
- Areas of concentration included business audits, income tax preparation for businesses and individuals and business consulting
Skills
- Leadership team building
- Organizational leadership
- Strategic planning
- Financial expertise
Education and professional designations
- B.S. in Business Administration (Accounting), Auburn University, 3/19/85
- Certified Public Accountant, Alabama, 05/01/87, Florida, 8/01/93
- Certified Ophthalmic Executive, 6/01/08
Volunteer and professional affiliations
- Chair, ENT Large Group Executive Forum (ASCENT)
- Member, ASCENT Leadership Council, 2023-2024
- Chairman, Truist Bank Southwest Alabama Advisory Board
- Chair, Mobile Healthcare CEO Executive Roundtable
- Board Member, American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators, 2011-2012
- President, National Board of Certified Ophthalmic Executives, 2012
- Member, National Board of Certified Ophthalmic Executives, 2009-2012
- Presenter at American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators, 2007-2017
- Member, Mobile Chamber of Commerce Advisory Board
- Former Member, United Healthcare Regional Administrator Advisory Board
- Former Member, Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation Advisory Board
- President, Mobile Medical Group Management Association, 2008
- Board Member, Mobile Medical Management Group Association, 2005-2010
- President, Alabama Chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association, 1994-1995
- Treasurer, Alabama Chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association, 1986-1993
- President, Mobile Auburn Alumni Association, 1991-1992
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
Premier Medical Group, Inc.
07.2000 - 12.2009
Partner
Smith, Dukes, CPAs
04.1985 - 01.1995
President and Chief Executive Officer
Premier Medical Group, Inc.
2010 - Current
Vice-President of Finance
Midtown Restaurants Corporation
1996 - 06.2000