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Awards Media Recognition
Community Service/Volunteer
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Jennifer D’Angelo

Jennifer D’Angelo

Fair Lawn,NJ

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Chief Operating Officer (COO) with extensive experience in managing complex organizations, multi-million-dollar grants, and intricate funding streams. Adept at leveraging technology, AI-driven tools, and digital transformation strategies to enhance efficiency, optimize operations, and drive data-driven decision-making. Proven expertise in overseeing enterprise-wide digital transformation, healthcare interoperability, and regulatory compliance. Served as Interim CEO for over a year, further strengthening C-suite capabilities by leading high-stakes decision-making, executive leadership, and organizational transformation. Instrumental in securing and managing over $100M in grants to support healthcare research and state initiatives. Passionate about leading high-performing teams, fostering innovation, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. Committed to giving back by supporting community development initiatives and championing mentorship programs to empower emerging professionals.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII)
05.2024 - Current
  • Provide executive leadership for a multi-faceted, complex organization, overseeing all operational departments, including IT, Finance, HR, Marketing, Business Development, and Legal/Compliance/Risk
  • Direct and manage large-scale grants and complex funding streams, ensuring compliance, efficient allocation, and maximization of resources
  • Spearhead AI, machine learning, and technology-driven initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies, automate processes, and improve financial tracking and reporting
  • Drive strategic planning and execution, optimizing workflows to improve organizational agility and adaptability
  • Establish and maintain key partnerships with government entities, healthcare providers, and technology firms, securing funding and fostering collaborative innovation
  • Lead statewide healthcare interoperability initiatives, enhancing secure data exchange and provider collaboration
  • Advocate for community healthcare programs and workforce development initiatives

Executive Vice President, Healthcare

New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII)
05.2024 - Current
  • Lead NJII’s digital transformation initiatives, driving innovation in healthcare technology, interoperability, and health information exchanges (HIEs)
  • Oversee statewide healthcare data exchange programs, managing regulatory compliance and technical interoperability to support efficient and secure healthcare delivery
  • Implement cutting-edge AI-driven analytics to enhance data integration, improve reporting accuracy, and enable strategic decision-making
  • Spearhead EHR interoperability projects, ensuring seamless integration of clinical data across healthcare systems
  • Partner with NJIT Office of Research and Development, securing and managing over $100M in grant funding to support healthcare research and state-wide healthcare initiatives
  • Foster collaborations with state agencies, healthcare providers, and technology partners to advance HIE adoption and improve data-sharing capabilities
  • Develop provider-driven collaboration platforms to support healthcare organizations adapting to a rapidly evolving industry landscape
  • Mentor and support healthcare and IT professionals to build industry knowledge and leadership skills

Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII)
09.2022 - 11.2023
  • Led the organization through a critical transitional period, ensuring stability, strategic direction, and operational efficiency
  • Strengthened C-suite leadership capabilities by implementing executive-level decision-making processes, optimizing internal operations, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration
  • Managed high-stakes financial planning, funding acquisition, and strategic partnerships, ensuring long-term organizational success
  • Championed the integration of AI-driven tools and automation, improving data-driven decision-making and operational efficiencies
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency, reducing overall costs and increasing profitability.
  • Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
  • Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.

Senior Vice President & General Manager Healthcare

New Jersey Innovation Institute
05.2020 - 04.2024
  • NJHIN provides a secure infrastructure for the exchange of patient data by connecting all in-state hospitals, long-term care and assisted living organizations, regional health hubs, health information exchanges and providers.
  • NJHIN supports federal and state-wide compliance for Cures Act - Information Blocking, CMS Patient Access Final Rule - ADT Notifications, and the Long-term Care Emergency Operations Center Assembly Bill 4476 for LTC Interoperability Mandate.
  • Working closely with NJDOH/NJDHS, hospitals, health systems, providers and patients throughout the state. Developing solutions to support communities, hospitals and healthcare entities with COVID-19.
  • Championed innovation by encouraging cross-functional teams to pursue creative solutions to complex challenges.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.

Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
10.2017 - 05.2020
  • Developed and executed strategic initiatives to drive business growth, resulting in higher revenues and market share expansion.
  • Championed innovation by encouraging cross-functional teams to pursue creative solutions to complex challenges.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership team members on long-term strategic planning that ensured sustainable success for the company.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, leading by example to drive operational excellence across the organization.

CIO, VP IS and ISO

Christian Health Center
09.1996 - 09.2017
  • Streamlined IT operations by consolidating systems and implementing automation tools.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies to identify potential benefits for the organization and make recommendations for strategic investments.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance within the organization''s IT landscape through effective risk management strategies and ongoing audits.
  • Led successful merger integration efforts, ensuring seamless systems consolidation and minimal disruption to business operations.

Education

Master of Science - Healthcare Management

Thomas Edison State University
Trenton, NJ

In Progress

FACHE

Skills

  • Organizational and Operational leadership
  • Executive leadership
  • Risk management
  • Organizational growth
  • Project management
  • Strategic visioning
  • Operating budgets
  • Operational efficiency
  • Revenue generation
  • Relationship management
  • Fiscal management
  • Cross-functional teamwork
  • Process improvement

Awards Media Recognition

  • Empowering Women in Healthcare 2024
  • Healthcare Heroes Award
  • Leading Women in Business – NJBIZ
  • Platinum Enterprising Women of 2024 – Women in Commerce Award
  • Featured in McKnight’s Healthcare News, Wyckoff Patch, and other media outlets
  • Published Author in How Emergency Departments Can Use Predictive Analytics to Optimize Staffing

Community Service/Volunteer

  • Committed to mentoring emerging healthcare and technology leaders to help shape the future of the industry.
  • Actively involved in community initiatives, working to enhance healthcare access and technology adoption.
  • Provide guidance to young professionals in entrepreneurship and strategic leadership.
  • Support STEM education and workforce development programs to encourage innovation in healthcare and technology.
  • Provide career guidance and professional development support to students in healthcare, business, and technology programs.
  • Actively engaged in community service initiatives through church involvement, supporting programs that focus on mentorship.
  • NSF I-Corps program - industry mentor where we focused on improving skin grafting surgery for chronic wounds, burns, diabetic ulcers, skin cancer, and infections. Certified NSF I-Corps South Hub.

Speaking Engagements

  • Keynote Speaker, HIMSS, Digital Transformation & Long-term Post Acute Interoperability
  • CIO Views, Article on Healthcare Leader Driving Innovation
  • Whitepaper, The Next Big Thing in Senior Living
  • Panelist, NJHIMSS, Long-term Care Interoperability

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