Experience

Heart Failure Society of America

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Operating Officer

  • Jul 2018 - Present

  Rockville, Maryland, United States Multidisciplinary organization working to improve heart failure care through collaboration, education, innovation, and advocacy. COO & CFO Started as a consultant, then hired as a full-time employee to oversee operations and finances. • Evaluated and created marketing strategies to increase total revenue by 50% in two years. • Benchmarked program pricings and membership benefits against similar organizations, which resulted in record membership and attendee numbers for the annual… Show more Multidisciplinary organization working to improve heart failure care through collaboration, education, innovation, and advocacy. COO & CFO Started as a consultant, then hired as a full-time employee to oversee operations and finances. • Evaluated and created marketing strategies to increase total revenue by 50% in two years. • Benchmarked program pricings and membership benefits against similar organizations, which resulted in record membership and attendee numbers for the annual meeting. • Proactively assessed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and implemented plans to maintain financial stability and thrive. As a result, the Society reported profits in 2020. Show less



American Hotel & Lodging Association

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Vice President & CFO/President of Foundation/CEO of Educational Institute

  • Sep 1999 - Jun 2017

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Initially recruited as VP-Finance. Promoted four times to senior leadership positions. • Led the Foundation's capital campaign, exceeding an $8M goal in an 18-month period, which includes pledges from many first-time donors. • Successfully increased the Foundation’s contribution revenue by 100% in three years through strategic fundraising. • Played a key role in restructuring AHLA’s dues model, growing membership level by 300% and increasing dues revenue by 200%. • Participated in… Show more Initially recruited as VP-Finance. Promoted four times to senior leadership positions. • Led the Foundation's capital campaign, exceeding an $8M goal in an 18-month period, which includes pledges from many first-time donors. • Successfully increased the Foundation’s contribution revenue by 100% in three years through strategic fundraising. • Played a key role in restructuring AHLA’s dues model, growing membership level by 300% and increasing dues revenue by 200%. • Participated in securing a near $2M government contract to develop a Department of Labor Apprenticeship Program for the hospitality sector and grow the “bench strength” of the industry by developing a lodging managerial program. • Elevated the Institute’s certification programs as the global leader in professional certifications for the hospitality industry; increased enrollment by 22% in just one year. • Restructured the organization to redirect its strategic focus and maintain financial stability during an economic downturn resulting in $2.5M savings/expense reductions and staff reduction of 40%. • Negotiated headquarters lease to achieve flexibility and below market rates resulting in $400K annual savings. • Formulated employee incentive programs and benefit plans to recruit and retain talent. • Developed partnership/sponsorship program with the Business Development group and played a major role in identifying and negotiating endorsement opportunities to increase non-dues revenue. • Guest speaker at colleges and universities around the world promoting opportunities in the hospitality industry. • Served as the Finance Committee Chair to the International Hotel & Restaurant Association based in Geneva, Switzerland (2008 – 2010). Presented financial information to an international audience of non-financial individuals. Show less



Personal Communication Industry Association

• Controller

  • Feb 1997 - Sep 1999

  Alexandria, VA Initially recruited to manage and develop all financial policies, analyze monthly financial performance and financial reporting, manage banking relationships, and oversee daily accounting activities including credit and collection functions. • Saved $80K annual accounting fee by bringing the month-end close function in-house. Established an orderly and timely monthly close, the in-house preparation of monthly financial statements, orderly reconciliation of accounts and streamlined data… Show more Initially recruited to manage and develop all financial policies, analyze monthly financial performance and financial reporting, manage banking relationships, and oversee daily accounting activities including credit and collection functions. • Saved $80K annual accounting fee by bringing the month-end close function in-house. Established an orderly and timely monthly close, the in-house preparation of monthly financial statements, orderly reconciliation of accounts and streamlined data input. In addition, implemented strong internal controls to ensure segregation of duties and promote operational efficiency. • Developed various financial policies including business expense reimbursement, capital requests and payment posting, and trained staff to understand and adhere to sound business practices. • Improved accounts payable function by establishing guidelines for staff, vendors, and streamlining payment process for three entities. The resulting efficiency gains eliminated all overtime hours in accounts payable area and reduced processing time. • In coordination with bank advisors, developed innovative hedging strategies on an international trade show saving $40K. Show less



Inova Health System

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Accounting Manager

  • Dec 1990 - Feb 1997

  Springfiled, VA Accounting Manager (May 1993 to February 1997) – responsible for all accounting and finance functions relating to general ledger, payroll, payables, taxes, forecasting, financial statement preparation, developing financial policies and supervision of nine accounting staff. • Assisted in successful consolidation of separate accounting departments at four locations into one. Streamlined and set up procedures for all functional areas and trained staff. Consolidation reduced annual… Show more Accounting Manager (May 1993 to February 1997) – responsible for all accounting and finance functions relating to general ledger, payroll, payables, taxes, forecasting, financial statement preparation, developing financial policies and supervision of nine accounting staff. • Assisted in successful consolidation of separate accounting departments at four locations into one. Streamlined and set up procedures for all functional areas and trained staff. Consolidation reduced annual operating expense by $250K. • Developed a mechanism to monitor the collection efforts of each biller and reduced accounts receivable by 15% within three months. • Reduced by two days the process of reporting month-end results to top management. • Implemented a new billing system. Designed controls, report requirements and procedures manuals for accountants and billers. Senior Internal Auditor (December 1990 to May 1993) - performed various operational and financial audits for hospitals, nursing homes, home care services, other for-profit facilities and corporate office. Evaluated internal controls in the purchasing, billing, collection and payment functions. Show less



Arthur Andersen & Co.

• Accounting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Staff Auditor II

  • Dec 1988 - Dec 1990

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Gained a variety of business and accounting experience working in a broad range of industries including real estate, manufacturing, utilities, hospitalities, merchant banking, healthcare, local and federal governments.