Results-driven executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational excellence. Proven track record leading high-impact teams, driving growth, optimizing processes, and fostering team collaboration. Recognized for leading cross-functional teams to exceed KPIs. Expert in strategic planning, employee development, analytics, and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
VeenCo, Inc.
05.2015 - Current
Collaborate with executive management, departmental managers, and staff to improve operational efficiencies for non-profit and sales organizations.
Provide oversight in technology improvement projects, including CRM software, telephony upgrades, and sales and project management software, from discovery through implementation.
Collaborate with teams to develop departmental policies and procedures.
Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
Vice President and Chief Lending Officer
NHS of Los Angeles County
12.2021 - 06.2022
Provide oversight of the day-to-day activities of the lending company.
Provide staff with mentoring, coaching, and training.
Improved overall lending production by 40%.
Improve loan application pull-through rate by 10%.
Cultivated and managed multiple relationships with outside lending partners, niche banks, and other partners to enhance lending product lines.
Managed Federal, Municipal, and institutional grants from award through close-out.
Developed internal controls to manage compliance with program requirements.
Maintain and update product underwriting guidelines and program matrices.
Provided oversight of the underwriting of loans and final loan approvals.
Managed a $28M Loan Servicing portfolio with less than a 2% payment default rate and a 1% foreclosure rate.
Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and regulators, to promote collaboration and long-term success.
Vice President and Chief Lending Officer/Operations Manager
NHS of Los Angeles County
03.2008 - 12.2021
Increased efficiencies of multiple departments to enhance cross-departmental engagements and improve service delivery to clients through process enhancements and technology.
Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, and regulators, to promote collaboration and long-term success.
Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Leveraged technology to automate workflows and streamline processes, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings across the organization.
Develop and implement KPIs for multiple departments that align with the organization's business needs.
Implemented and led continuous quality and process improvement throughout numerous programs and service areas, focusing on improving systems and service delivery.
Streamlined company processes and procedures while enhancing customer experience.
Reduced technology costs by 35% and increased network accessibility to over 99% annually.
Implemented Salesforce CRM for multiple business units, including fundraising and counseling teams.
Improved production of the Construction department by 85% in 18 months.
Improved Lending production by 400% in 12 months.
Improved loan application pull-through rate by 30%.
Improved data quality and management by 85% in 6 months.
Strategize and manage budgetary aspects for multiple business lines in unison with the senior management team.
Managed all data gathering and reporting for the organization
Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep the organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long-term goals.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Drafting
Mt. San Antonio College
Walnut, CA
Skills
Process improvement
Critical thinking
Problem-solving
Data-driven decision-making
Team leadership
Performance monitoring
Data analysis
Performance metrics analysis
Team leadership & development
Attention to detail
Decision-making
Relationship building
Timeline
Vice President and Chief Lending Officer
NHS of Los Angeles County
12.2021 - 06.2022
Consultant
VeenCo, Inc.
05.2015 - Current
Vice President and Chief Lending Officer/Operations Manager
NHS of Los Angeles County
03.2008 - 12.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Drafting
Mt. San Antonio College
Work Availability
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Accomplishments
Supervised team of 25 staff members.
Collaborated with team of 10 in the development of the Center for Sustainable Communities.
Software
MS Office
Salesforce
Buildertrend
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