SHELLY CUTLER
Baker City,OR
Summary
Strategic and visionary executive leader with deep roots in Eastern Oregon, offering a broad record of organizational leadership, operational oversight, and community‑driven impact. Experienced in guiding teams, strengthening cross‑sector partnerships, and advancing organizational goals through clear strategy, disciplined execution, and strong financial stewardship. Skilled in assessing regional and county needs, building collaborative solutions with stakeholders, and elevating organizational performance through effective communication and data‑informed decision‑making. Known for integrity, accountability, and the ability to lead complex initiatives that improve services, expand regional impact, and support long‑term organizational growth. Actively pursuing a senior leadership role where I can apply my experience to drive operational excellence and community value.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing, Comms. & Foundation SR Specialist
Saint Alphonsus Health System
Eastern Oregon
11.2022 - 04.2026
- Served on the senior leadership team, shaping organizational strategy, mission alignment, and long‑term planning
- Led initiatives to strengthen colleague retention, recruitment, engagement, and workplace culture
- Partnered with executives, clinical, and operational leaders to drive system‑wide priorities and improve performance
- Guided teams through organizational change, improving communication, engagement, and culture
- Used data, feedback, and strategic insights to inform decision‑making and continuous improvement
- Led integrated marketing and communication strategies that strengthened brand visibility and stakeholder engagement
- Used multi‑channel content development to ensure clear, consistent messaging across digital, print, and internal platforms
- Managed donor, partner, and community‑impact communications to support fundraising and mission‑driven initiatives
- Responsible for storytelling that elevated organizational outcomes
Executive Director
Baker County Unlimited
01.2016 - 11.2022
- Collaborated with organizational leadership and the board of directors to guide strategic direction and operational priorities
- Improved employee retention through strengthened leadership practices and professional development initiatives
- Led community outreach and stakeholder engagement to address issues, build partnerships, and implement effective solutions
- Oversaw daily operations and strategic initiatives to consistently meet annual revenue targets
- Assessed regional needs and developed targeted improvements to enhance organizational performance
- Recruited and retained members through relationship‑building, community presence, and consistent engagement
- Represented the organization publicly, promoting its mission and strengthening community trust
- Organized and facilitated legislative town halls, State of the State events, and large‑scale regional stakeholder meetings
- Provided informed guidance to visitors and community partners through research‑based knowledge of local attractions and regional history
Project Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
4 2014 - 7 2015
- Coordinated project schedules, tasks, data requests, and team assignments to keep work on track
- Supported project leads by tracking progress, monitoring timelines, and flagging risks or issues
- Maintained document control, databases, and communication systems to ensure accurate, organized project information
- Led preparation for strategic meetings and provided clear follow‑up through notes, action items, and next steps
- Developed and published communications and status reports for project stakeholders
- Recommended process and systems improvements to enhance workflow efficiency
- Managed vendor assessments and maintained strong vendor relationships
Quality Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
5 2013 - 4 2014
- Coordinated the implementation of the Performance Improvement process throughout the organization, as well as coordinated the collection, reporting and analysis of data
- Directed and coordinated marketing activities and policies to promote products and services
- Facilitated, coordinated and promoted improvement, compliance and risks related to activities to ensure patient safety and facility compliance with regulatory agencies
- Analyzed the organization's incident reporting system and assisted the director in handling and resolving complaints and incident report follow-up, patient relations interface and resolution
- Coordinated and facilitated the Care Experience, the Culture of Patient Safety and the "GRACE" initiative
- Utilized Press Ganey and HCAPPS data in order to monitor patient satisfaction and feedback
- Worked with the communications team to drive internal promotion of company programs, initiatives, guiding principles and mission
- Communicated marketing teams' plans and accomplishments to verify alignment with senior management objectives
- Coordinated and participated in promotional activities
- Created high-quality marketing strategy documentation, including product marketing briefs, FAQs and objection handling documents
- Defined and tracked campaign effectiveness and adjusted strategies accordingly
Training Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
6 2012 - 5 2013
- Managed six Training Data Prep Specialists to ensure domains were prepared according to schedule.
- Monitored staff attendance and reviewed functional assessments resulting from survey feedback.
- Communicated regularly and timely with Service Line Leads to ensure that all end users received required training.
- Ensured required practice sessions were tracked; including attendance and session facilitation.
- Escalated deviations from the training plan on a timely basis to allow for intervention and course correction as necessary.
- Worked within the Ministry Organization to coordinate on-going training of new staff (including Physicians and Residents).
- Functioned as liaison between Trinity and Ministry Organization with all documentation updates.
- Worked within Ministry Organization to train staff on increased system functionality and changes that impacted workflow.
- Participated in the review, planning and training on issues identified in individual assessments.
Order Set Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
6 2012 - 5 2013
- Completed PowerPlans / Order Sets related to Ministry Organization tasks / assignments and coordinated decisions within service lines.
- Worked with Readiness Consultant and TIS Service Line Lead to identify and implement strategies to align with Trinity Health.
- Planned and provided operational subject matter expertise for PowerPlan / Order Set functions and features.
Staffing Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
0 2011 - 5 2012
- Coordinated nursing staff among various medical departments.
- Communicated with department heads to understand staffing needs.
- Gathered nurse application materials and conducted nurse interviews for various clinical areas.
- Reviewed daily schedules and supplemented for adequate coverage.
- Coordinated with outside staffing agencies to fill outstanding positions.
- Worked with and understood union requirements and restrictions in regard to work schedules, and availability.
- Evaluated time cards for accuracy on regular and overtime hours.
- Sent notices to employees and subcontractors regarding expiring documentation.
- Collaborated with the curriculum coordinator on annual updates of the staff handbook.
- Reviewed and confirmed that all final paid hours corresponded with time sheets and state laws.
- Identified development opportunities and succession gaps.
- Supported human resources staff with new hire orientations and monthly departmental meetings.
- Addressed and resolved general payroll-related inquires.
- Explained employee compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions and promotion opportunities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
Eastern Oregon University
La Grande, Oregon, United States2010
Skills
- Proficient in media relations
- Skilled team leader
- Strategic marketing/promotions skills
- Thoughtful retention and reactivation strategies
- Executive-level presentations
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Passionate community relations specialist
- Aggressive business development
- Persuasive negotiator
- Energetic and driven in all aspects of work
- Skilleds staff management
- Proficient project logistics management
- Experienced vendor and contract negotiations
- Thoughtful branding through market analysis
Timeline
Marketing, Comms. & Foundation SR Specialist
Saint Alphonsus Health System
11.2022 - 04.2026
Executive Director
Baker County Unlimited
01.2016 - 11.2022
Project Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
4 2014 - 7 2015
Quality Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
5 2013 - 4 2014
Training Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
6 2012 - 5 2013
Order Set Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
6 2012 - 5 2013
Staffing Coordinator
Saint Alphonsus Medical Center
0 2011 - 5 2012
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Studies
Eastern Oregon University
Boards & Appointments
Baker City Budget Board 2019 - 2022
Baker City Public Works Advisory Council 2019 -2022
Baker City Planning and Zoning 2019 - 2021
Oregon Association of Rail & Transit Advocate & Representative 2020
Baker City Rotary Club 2016 - Present
Baker City Kiwanis Club 2016 - 2023
Baker City Kiwanis Club President 2020-2021, 2021-2022