Deborah Jahnke
Assistant Director of Career Management, MBA & Master's Program at Wisconsin School of Business- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Digital Business Strategy: Harnessing Our Digital Future
MIT Sloan School of ManagementSep, 2019- Nov, 2024 -
Actualized Performance Cycle Certified Facilitator
William L. Sparks & AssociatesDec, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach
GallupApr, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
American Mensa Member
American MensaJul, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Wisconsin School of Business
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United States
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Assistant Director of Career Management, MBA & Master's Program
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May 2023 - Present
Provide direct coaching, programming, and development on topics related to strategic career planning, building personal brand, expanding networks, and navigating job change to students and alumni of the Professional MBA, Executive MBA, Full-Time MBA, & Specialized Master's Programs. Provide direct coaching, programming, and development on topics related to strategic career planning, building personal brand, expanding networks, and navigating job change to students and alumni of the Professional MBA, Executive MBA, Full-Time MBA, & Specialized Master's Programs.
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SSM Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Manager Continuous Improvement
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Sep 2022 - Mar 2023
Supported Wisconsin Region through the coaching and development of regional, senior and system leaders on the administration, deployment and technical aspects of the SSM Health Operating Model. Identified, developed, and deployed continuous improvement activities utilizing the systems and elements within the Operating Model. Engaged with all levels of leadership in the prioritization and coordination of Continuous Improvement activities across the organization, while consulting with senior… Show more Supported Wisconsin Region through the coaching and development of regional, senior and system leaders on the administration, deployment and technical aspects of the SSM Health Operating Model. Identified, developed, and deployed continuous improvement activities utilizing the systems and elements within the Operating Model. Engaged with all levels of leadership in the prioritization and coordination of Continuous Improvement activities across the organization, while consulting with senior leaders and providing analysis and mentoring on a variety of performance and process related topics. Show less Supported Wisconsin Region through the coaching and development of regional, senior and system leaders on the administration, deployment and technical aspects of the SSM Health Operating Model. Identified, developed, and deployed continuous improvement activities utilizing the systems and elements within the Operating Model. Engaged with all levels of leadership in the prioritization and coordination of Continuous Improvement activities across the organization, while consulting with senior… Show more Supported Wisconsin Region through the coaching and development of regional, senior and system leaders on the administration, deployment and technical aspects of the SSM Health Operating Model. Identified, developed, and deployed continuous improvement activities utilizing the systems and elements within the Operating Model. Engaged with all levels of leadership in the prioritization and coordination of Continuous Improvement activities across the organization, while consulting with senior leaders and providing analysis and mentoring on a variety of performance and process related topics. Show less
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Enpro
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Director, Data Science & Analytics
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Sep 2019 - Feb 2022
Led emerging Data Science & Analytics capabilities. Set vision and objectives, identified and prioritized opportunities, derived analytical insights from a variety of business contexts, and communicated effectively to a variety of stakeholders. Expanded the ability to positively impact performance and growth throughout the enterprise by creating a data-driven culture and infusing data capabilities throughout the organization.
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Senior Manager, Enterprise Process Improvement and Integration
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Jun 2018 - Sep 2019
Drove value creation and improved business results by leading cross-functional teams through problem solving and continuous improvement activities. Strengthened the enterprise by building capability throughout the organization, developing individuals and teams through skill building as well as coaching.
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Business Excellence Leader
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Mar 2015 - Jun 2018
Aimed to create an organization that is agile, inclusive, empowered, and entrepreneurial while reducing unnecessary bureaucracy and waste. Actively participated and led the effort to build a value-focused, systems-thinking competency in the organization. Drove the adoption, standardization and maturation of adaptive business processes. Ensured the organization had the skills, data, and perspective necessary to evaluate business excellence initiatives according to business need, risk, complexity… Show more Aimed to create an organization that is agile, inclusive, empowered, and entrepreneurial while reducing unnecessary bureaucracy and waste. Actively participated and led the effort to build a value-focused, systems-thinking competency in the organization. Drove the adoption, standardization and maturation of adaptive business processes. Ensured the organization had the skills, data, and perspective necessary to evaluate business excellence initiatives according to business need, risk, complexity and value of the project.
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Business Analysis Manager
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2012 - Mar 2015
Performed various financial analyses in the areas of sales, forecasting, and profitability. Assisted the division management staff, business segment leaders, and department managers in managing their functions by providing ad hoc financial and business analysis and reporting.
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General Motors
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United States
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Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Capitalization Analyst, Global Financial Shared Services Project Accounting
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2008 - 2012
Performed capitalization activities for assigned corporate wide process areas.
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Internal Control /Audit
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2003 - 2008
Ensured compliance with corporate and external policies and requirements, including annual internal control / risk management processes and site Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Responsible for site Account Reconciliations, Corporate Card program, and expense reporting process, as well as documentation and submission of eligible expenses to the State of Wisconsin for reimbursement through awarded grants.
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Senior Budget / Forecast Analyst
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2005 - 2006
In addition to Internal Control responsibilities, assumed Budget /Forecast responsibilities while co-worker was on leave. Responsible for analysis and submission of budget changes, financial forecasts, and variance explanations.
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Document Control Coordinator - Quality & Environmental Management Systems
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2001 - 2003
Maintained and controlled Quality Management System (QMS) and Environmental Management System (EMS) documentation.
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Senior Forecast Analyst
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1999 - 2001
Provided monthly forecast of site financial performance and explained variances between forecasted and actual expenses.
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Senior Supervisor, Production
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1999 - 1999
Supervised hourly production personnel assigned to Front End Sheet Metal (FESM) line.
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ISO 9002 Project Co-Leader
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1998 - 1999
Led Medium Duty product ISO Core Team in joint UAW-GM program to achieve ISO 9002 Registration.
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GMT800 Program Industrial Engineer
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1996 - 1998
Defined and documented assembly operation standardized work for future product line.
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Industrial Engineer - General Assembly (Engine & Final)
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1995 - 1996
Active participant in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and ergonomic initiatives and activities. Maintained assembly operation standardized work documentation and AutoCAD layouts for Engine and Final line areas.
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Industrial Engineer - Body Shop
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1994 - 1995
Active participant in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and ergonomic initiatives and activities. Maintained assembly operation standardized work documentation and AutoCAD layouts for Body Shop area.
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Education
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2015 - 2017
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Master of Business Administration - MBA -
2019 - 2021
Harvard Business Analytics Program
Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics -
1989 - 1994
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering -
1990 - 1993
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Certificate in Japanese Studies for Engineering Majors
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