John Kennedy
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven healthcare leader with 10+ years of experience in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), telehealth medicine, and substance abuse program development. Proven track record of building and scaling high-impact treatment programs across Florida, launching successful clinic locations, and driving patient engagement through innovative marketing, technology integration, and strategic partnerships.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager of Business Development
Safe Place Cares
01.2020 - Current
- Scaled startup MAT and behavioral health program to 520+ active patients statewide.
- Developed statewide market strategies and telehealth expansion.
- Led acquisitions, partnerships, and referral network growth.
- Oversaw patient services and digital marketing strategies.
Business Development & Clinic Builder
Outreach Recovery
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed business model for Maryland operations.
- Opened two Florida locations and scaled to 1,000+ patients.
- Implemented MAT workflows, telemedicine, and clinical coordination.
Real Estate Broker & Owner
RE/MAX Franchises
01.1990 - 01.2010
- Owned and operated two franchise locations.
- Managed operations, sales teams, and growth initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business
University of Edinburgh
Edinburg Scotland01.1986
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine’s
Edinburg, Scotland01.1980
Skills
- Telehealth Platforms
- EHR & EMR Systems
- Microsoft Office
- AI-Enhanced Healthcare Tools
Certification
Certified Interventionist
Timeline
Manager of Business Development
Safe Place Cares
01.2020 - Current
Business Development & Clinic Builder
Outreach Recovery
01.2017 - 01.2020
Real Estate Broker & Owner
RE/MAX Franchises
01.1990 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Business Administration - Business
University of Edinburgh
High School Diploma -
St. Augustine’s
Core Competencies
- MAT Program Leadership & Operations
- Telehealth Program Management
- Business Development & Strategic Growth
- Substance Abuse Treatment Systems
- Psychotherapy & Patient Services
- Branding, Marketing & Client Acquisition
- Clinical Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Community Outreach & B2B Networking
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
Leadership & Strengths
- Strong communicator
- Team leader
- Strategic problem solver
- Innovative marketer