Kristen Buman
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Healthcare Management/Public Health professional specializing in large team supervision and project management. Strong organizational skills with superb understanding of data collection and performance metrics. Problem solver with strength in communication. Recognized for staff recruiting and development leading to high performing teams. Experienced in strategic planning with a background in finance. Educator, using practical approach in networking and marketing to expand organizational success. Well-versed in spearheading new initiatives to support functional operations and project completion.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Virginia Department of Health
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2020 - Current
- Successfully manage the day-to-day operations of all essential personnel during an unprecedented pandemic
- Schedule and payroll for over 80 employees
- Training and mentorship of diverse team, implementing CDC guidance and protocols for precise case management and investigation while fostering a collaborative and inclusive team culture
- Interpret policies and guidelines to create standardized practices
- Experienced in data analytics, quantifying productivity with timeliness, and compliance
- Designed and implemented a virtual folder system to assist in data surveillance and large data collection
- Developed customized communication plans to address the need to problem solve challenging cases and provide results-based solutions
- Served as a community liaison, having direct interaction with Hampton Roads residents and businesses to provide mitigation practices regarding COVID-19
- Oversight and quality control of large data aggregation with timely submission to State and Federal authorities through VCAMS and VEDSS systems free of error
- Analyze communication metrics and feedback to continuously optimize strategies and tactics
VBCPS Substitute Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Virginia Beach, VA
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules
- Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits
- Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks
- Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning
- Responsible for teaching online classes during the transition of in-person school to online school due to COVID-19.
Financial Advisor
New York Life Insurance Co
Norfolk, VA
05.2010 - 01.2017
- Managed multi-million revenue in client investment portfolios by providing one-on-one service when meeting with clients to understand assets, expenses, long-term and short-term investment goals to devise a personalized financial plan
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with new clients on account services and capabilities
- Partnered with local organizations to provide specialized financial planning support to diverse populations with unique needs
- Implemented and maintained a large client database following security guidelines and HIPAA laws
- Researched FINRA rules and regulations, interviewed industry experts, constructed financial models, performed sensitivity analyses and compiled final reports
- Obtained Series 6, 63, and Long-term Care license while being regulated by FINRA
- Received multiple awards and recognitions.
Event Planner
Guadalajara Inc.
Virginia Beach, VA
04.2006 - 05.2010
- Launched social media campaign to promote community events
- Authorized financial transactions with vendors for event services
- Arranged all equipment, transportation, and other day-of-event needs
- Confirmed permits, insurance, and notices needed for events
- Supervised up to 100 employees for any given event
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues
- Conferred with event staff at the event site to coordinate details
- Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration, and rehearsal and day of event coordination
- Managed administrative logistics of event planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking, and future event promotions.
Education
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Regent University
08-2024
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Regent University
05.2020
Skills
- Project/Operations Management
- Accounting/Budgeting and payroll
- Salesforce
- Leadership/Educator
- VCAMS
- VEDSS
- REDCAP
- Mutual Funds and liabilities
- Investment planning
- Long-term care
- Medical terminology
- Sales expertise
- Marketing
- Data analysis
- Regulatory Compliance/Quality Control
- Infection control
- Wellness services
- Yoga Instructor
- First Aid/CPR/AED
Affiliations
- Saint John the Apostle Catholic school, GALA and Special Events Chair
- Head Coach, SJA Cheerleading, Junior Varsity, and Varsity Teams
- Assistant Coach VBLL and Courthouse Rec League Softball Juniors
- Yoga enthusiast, certified in Teaching Yoga to Seniors
- Regent Alumni Association
- American Society of Radiologic Technologists
- Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists
Timeline
Program Manager
Virginia Department of Health
09.2020 - Current
VBCPS Substitute Teacher
Virginia Beach City Public Schools
09.2019 - 09.2020
Financial Advisor
New York Life Insurance Co
05.2010 - 01.2017
Event Planner
Guadalajara Inc.
04.2006 - 05.2010
Master of Arts - Organizational Leadership
Regent University
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Management
Regent University
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