Kathy Stiffler
Ozawkie,Kansas
Summary
With 42 years of experience, managing organizations, starting organizations and operating organizations. Working with staff and adults with developmental disabilities, I am seeking another leadership position using my many professional skills. Strategic Supervisor with expertise prioritizing projects, planning workflow and managing employees to achieve operational goals. Resourceful individual with 40 plus years of active experience managing efforts within deadline-driven environments. Diplomatic individual with strong leadership and decision-making skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Kansas Neurological Institute
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Oversaw the operations of Kansas Neurological Institute, providing support to 300 employees, including 20 upper management staff. Provided coaching and supervision to staff. Lead groups, ensured organizational change occurred as needed. Ensured the desired buisness results were achieved.
- Worked closely with Superintendents of other state hospitals including Larned State Hospital, Ossawatomie and Parsons.
- Enhanced project efficiency by streamlining communication between team members and stakeholders.
- Implemented safety protocols for reduced workplace accidents and improved employee wellbeing.
- Developed comprehensive budgets and schedules to ensure timely project completion within allocated resources.
Senior Vice President
Capper Foundation
01.2012 - 03.2022
- Worked as a member of the Senior Management Team in a not for profit agency supporting adults and children with disabilities
- Developed, led and ensured strategies were followed that achieved desired business results. Monitored changes to ensure effectiveness.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing new strategies and streamlining operations.
- Restructured departments for increased efficiency, optimizing resource allocation and improving communication between teams.
CEO and Founder
Individual Support Systems Inc.
12.1995 - 01.2012
- Founded the not for profit organization and as CEO oversaw all operations of Individual Support Systems, supporting adults with Developmental Disabilities.
- Oversaw all operations and approximately 150 employees
- Worked closely with the Board of Directors and the Community Developmental Disability Organization.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy, Management and Organization -
Capella University
01.2007
Master's Degree, Business - Management and Organization -
Baker University Ottowa, Kansas
01.1995
Bachelor of Science, Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy -
University of Colorado Boulder
01.1981
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Cross-functional Team Leadership
- Management
- Organizational Leadership
- Team Building
- Strategic Leadership
- Change Management
- Operations Management
- Human Resources (HR)
- Executive Leadership
- Project Management
- Quality Assurance
- Business Planning
- Strategic Planning
Timeline
Superintendent
Kansas Neurological Institute
03.2022 - 09.2023
Senior Vice President
Capper Foundation
01.2012 - 03.2022
CEO and Founder
Individual Support Systems Inc.
12.1995 - 01.2012
Doctor of Philosophy, Management and Organization -
Capella University
Master's Degree, Business - Management and Organization -
Baker University Ottowa, Kansas
Bachelor of Science, Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy -
University of Colorado Boulder
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