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Michelle Bojaj

Sterling Heights,MI

Summary

Versatile Operation Leader focused on promoting mission and increasing effectiveness of key programs. Passionate about managing and overseeing implementation of company's daily operations. Quick and firm decision-maker possessing first-rate communication and organizational skills. Recognized for successfully collaborating with management to develop work plans, financials and strategies.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Executive Director

American House Senior Living Communities
2022.07 - Current

Executive Director of two independent properties, including a 40 bed memory care and 29 unit condo apartments.

  • Increased company efficiency by streamlining internal processes and implementing innovative project management strategies.
  • Developed and executed business strategies, resulting in substantial revenue growth and enhanced market share.
  • Expanded global presence through strategic partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
  • Enhanced employee engagement by providing targeted training programs, mentorship opportunities, and performance incentives.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives and improve overall productivity.

Executive Director

American House Senior Living Communities
2022.03 - 2022.07
  • Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth.
  • Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization''s mission.
  • Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.

Senior Executive Director

Sunrise Senior Living
2020.02 - 2022.02
  • Overall management of the Sunrise of Bloomfield Hills and Sunrise of West Bloomfield including hiring, training, and coaching, team member
  • Acted as the liaison between team members, residents and families
  • Continued to be a 1:1 training leader and group training leader for the region
  • Assisted Executive Director with managing community budget
  • Experience with management of Resident’s monthly dues
  • Effectively managed department labor and budget
  • Responsible of the management of all department heads
  • Successfully resolve team member and department head concerns in a timely and professional manner
  • Supported sales in the coordination and implementation of new resident move-ins
  • Confident in giving tours to potential new residents and families
  • Enthusiastically nourished team moral and created a positive working environment.
  • Increased company efficiency by streamlining internal processes and implementing innovative project management strategies.
  • Developed and executed business strategies, resulting in substantial revenue growth and enhanced market share.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives and improve overall productivity.
  • Expanded global presence through strategic partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
  • Enhanced employee engagement by providing targeted training programs, mentorship opportunities, and performance incentives.
  • Transformed corporate culture by instilling a customer-centric mindset across all departments.
  • Optimized supply chain operations to reduce costs, decrease lead times, and improve inventory management practices.

Associate Director of Operations

Sunrise Senior Living
2018.09 - 2022.02
  • Overall management of 4 communities including hiring, training and coaching team members and department heads
  • Oversee and manage finances, occupancy, and budget
  • Lowest move-out trend in the region at 0.48 on a 52 week trend by actively working with resident family concerns and financial constraints
  • Continued to be a group training leader for the region
  • 1:1 Executive Director trainer
  • Effectively managed community budget, In 2016 house profit grew to 62% vs budget, additionally the growth from 2015-2016 grew by 30%
  • Budget, with a year to year growth of 31%
  • Budget, with an additional 17% growth from 2015-2016
  • Responsible of the management of all department heads
  • Have helped evolve 4 department heads into 1:1 trainers for the region
  • Successfully resolve team member and department head concerns in a timely and professional manner
  • In 2015 the team scored an overall engagement score of 62%, year to year growth with team engagement grew to 97%
  • Supported sales in the coordination and implementation of new residents
  • Confident in giving tours to potential new residents and families.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures, leading to increased productivity and reduced operational costs.
  • Boosted employee satisfaction through the development of comprehensive training programs and performance management initiatives.
  • Managed complex projects with tight deadlines, ensuring timely completion and seamless execution.
  • Developed strong relationships with key partners, suppliers, and vendors, resulting in improved collaboration and cost savings.

Executive Director Sunrise of West Bllomfield

Sunrise
2014.03 - 2021.02
  • Increased organizational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new systems.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
  • Implemented innovative marketing strategies to raise brand awareness and drive revenue growth.
  • Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
  • Led successful fundraising campaigns, securing critical resources for program development and expansion.
  • Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization''s mission.
  • Optimized operational workflows, reducing overhead costs and maximizing resource allocation.

Resident Care Coordinator

Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
2011.05 - 2013.12
  • Overall management of the Memory Care Neighborhood and Assisted Living neighborhood, including hiring, training, coaching, team members
  • Built a relationship with new families by providing daily e-mails, phone calls and up held a reputation of being available at all times to address concerns or questions immediately
  • This process has helped to build a relationship with residents, and families
  • Continued to be a 1:1 training leader and group training leader for the region
  • Daily review of payroll reports for both neighborhoods in our community- stayed within company guidelines and has held standard staffing
  • Scheduled for 55 team members
  • Assisted in guidance and support to numerous communities
  • Working side by side with ED & DOS to maintain strong census
  • Developed and implemented appropriate plans for residents
  • Assisted Executive Director in completing annual community budget
  • Managed the department’s budget including labor and other expenses
  • Oversee planning for potential residents, family events, activities of daily living for seniors
  • Continued to maintain a completion and compliance with all safety regulations and team member files
  • Maintained a strong group of Lead Care mangers as well as care mangers
  • Developed growth in our team and our leads
  • Developed, organized operation of memory care neighborhoods
  • I have built and up held an excellent reputation in service delivery, safety hydration resident engagement, resident care, and team member engagement.

Memory Care Coordinator

Sunrise Senior Living
2008.07 - 2011.05
  • Overall management of the Memory Care Neighborhood including hiring, training, coaching, team members
  • Knowledge of the state regulations, I have ensured that company stays within compliance
  • This has been a success by supervising and coaching team members
  • Neighborhood has been in state compliance and Quality Control Compliance holding a 97 percent in these areas
  • Assisted in guidance and support to numerous communities in Michigan and other states
  • Maintained 100% compliance on all training
  • Increased and maintained memory care neighborhood above budget within the last three years
  • Mentored new leaders within the organization
  • Developed and held new trainings with different communities
  • 1:1 training leader and group training leader
  • Daily review of payroll reports- stayed within company guidelines and has held standard staffing
  • Contacted performance appraisals
  • Established a relationship with the Alzheimer’s Association
  • Established relationships with Hospice and Homecare companies to ensure quality care and built a relationship to partner in marketing aspects
  • Maintained a completion and compliance with all safety regulations, team member files
  • Developed and maintain appearance of community while enhancing programming for residents
  • Scheduled for thirty team members
  • Developed program activities for residents with memory impairment
  • Worked side by side with the marketing department -Modeled suites to company standards for potential residents
  • Built a relationship with new families by providing daily e-mails, phone calls and up held a reputation of being available at all times to address concerns or questions immediately
  • This process has me to build a neighborhood with zero move-outs due to disaffection and have continued to keep neighborhood six residents above company budget.

Education

Macomb Community College
Warren, MI

High School Diploma -

St. Jean The Baptist
New York, NY
06.1998

Skills

  • Contract Negotiation
  • Assisted Living / Memory Care/ Independent Living
  • Fair Housing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Team Leadership
  • Market Research
  • Sales Strategy
  • Change Management
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Performance Management
  • Product Development
  • Marketing
  • Data Analysis
  • Human Resources
  • Corporate Communications
  • Fundraising
  • Contract Management
  • Report Compilation
  • Vendor Relations
  • Community Engagement
  • Public Speaking
  • Social Media
  • Profit and Loss Statements
  • Outreach Programs
  • Performance Feedback
  • Team Bonding
  • Business Planning
  • Consulting
  • Resident Satisfaction
  • Business Administration
  • Operational Planning
  • Client Services
  • Business Management
  • Budgeting and Financial Management
  • Leadership Development
  • Relationship Building
  • Compliance and Regulations
  • Customer Retention
  • Performance Improvement
  • Training Methods
  • Department Oversight
  • KPI Tracking
  • Revenue Generation
  • Customer Service Management
  • Financial Oversight
  • Sales Tracking
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Employee Motivation
  • Schedule Management
  • Cost Control
  • Administrative Management
  • Budget Development
  • Direct Sales
  • Budget Control
  • Marketing Strategies
  • Employee Relations
  • Financial Administration
  • Performance Improvements

Timeline

Senior Executive Director

American House Senior Living Communities
2022.07 - Current

Executive Director

American House Senior Living Communities
2022.03 - 2022.07

Senior Executive Director

Sunrise Senior Living
2020.02 - 2022.02

Associate Director of Operations

Sunrise Senior Living
2018.09 - 2022.02

Executive Director Sunrise of West Bllomfield

Sunrise
2014.03 - 2021.02

Resident Care Coordinator

Sunrise of Grosse Pointe Woods
2011.05 - 2013.12

Memory Care Coordinator

Sunrise Senior Living
2008.07 - 2011.05

Macomb Community College

High School Diploma -

St. Jean The Baptist
Michelle Bojaj