Kendra Kalsher
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Jennifer Ralston
I have worked with Kendra for many years during my career at the American Red Cross Biomedical Services. Kendra is an incredible asset to the American Red Cross, and has an in-depth knowledge of the Blood Banking Industry. She is always willing to help, and has volunteered for many efforts in addition to her regular duties as Lab Director. These efforts include supporting Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Projects that were very successful. An example being a Label Control Continuous Improvement Project that resulted in increased compliance, a process redesign, and a reduction in Cycle Time by 60% for the Label Design Process. Kendra was an incredible Team Member and Subject Matter Expert that also served on Benchmarking Teams for this project. I truly can not say enough positive things about Kendra on a professional and personal level, she is an excellent employee.
John Cover
Kendra is a rare talent that I relied on heavily for her in depth knowledge of blood banking and management advice during the time I spent with her. She was instrumental in the success of a large volume relocation project because of her valuable advice and ongoing support of my efforts. Kendra is a kind and inspiring leader that earns the respect of her staff, colleagues and senior leadership. Without a doubt, Kendra has proven to me that she would be a valuable asset to any organization that seeks her level of talent and expertise. I would work with her again in a heart beat!
Jennifer Ralston
I have worked with Kendra for many years during my career at the American Red Cross Biomedical Services. Kendra is an incredible asset to the American Red Cross, and has an in-depth knowledge of the Blood Banking Industry. She is always willing to help, and has volunteered for many efforts in addition to her regular duties as Lab Director. These efforts include supporting Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Projects that were very successful. An example being a Label Control Continuous Improvement Project that resulted in increased compliance, a process redesign, and a reduction in Cycle Time by 60% for the Label Design Process. Kendra was an incredible Team Member and Subject Matter Expert that also served on Benchmarking Teams for this project. I truly can not say enough positive things about Kendra on a professional and personal level, she is an excellent employee.
John Cover
Kendra is a rare talent that I relied on heavily for her in depth knowledge of blood banking and management advice during the time I spent with her. She was instrumental in the success of a large volume relocation project because of her valuable advice and ongoing support of my efforts. Kendra is a kind and inspiring leader that earns the respect of her staff, colleagues and senior leadership. Without a doubt, Kendra has proven to me that she would be a valuable asset to any organization that seeks her level of talent and expertise. I would work with her again in a heart beat!
Jennifer Ralston
I have worked with Kendra for many years during my career at the American Red Cross Biomedical Services. Kendra is an incredible asset to the American Red Cross, and has an in-depth knowledge of the Blood Banking Industry. She is always willing to help, and has volunteered for many efforts in addition to her regular duties as Lab Director. These efforts include supporting Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Projects that were very successful. An example being a Label Control Continuous Improvement Project that resulted in increased compliance, a process redesign, and a reduction in Cycle Time by 60% for the Label Design Process. Kendra was an incredible Team Member and Subject Matter Expert that also served on Benchmarking Teams for this project. I truly can not say enough positive things about Kendra on a professional and personal level, she is an excellent employee.
John Cover
Kendra is a rare talent that I relied on heavily for her in depth knowledge of blood banking and management advice during the time I spent with her. She was instrumental in the success of a large volume relocation project because of her valuable advice and ongoing support of my efforts. Kendra is a kind and inspiring leader that earns the respect of her staff, colleagues and senior leadership. Without a doubt, Kendra has proven to me that she would be a valuable asset to any organization that seeks her level of talent and expertise. I would work with her again in a heart beat!
Jennifer Ralston
I have worked with Kendra for many years during my career at the American Red Cross Biomedical Services. Kendra is an incredible asset to the American Red Cross, and has an in-depth knowledge of the Blood Banking Industry. She is always willing to help, and has volunteered for many efforts in addition to her regular duties as Lab Director. These efforts include supporting Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Projects that were very successful. An example being a Label Control Continuous Improvement Project that resulted in increased compliance, a process redesign, and a reduction in Cycle Time by 60% for the Label Design Process. Kendra was an incredible Team Member and Subject Matter Expert that also served on Benchmarking Teams for this project. I truly can not say enough positive things about Kendra on a professional and personal level, she is an excellent employee.
John Cover
Kendra is a rare talent that I relied on heavily for her in depth knowledge of blood banking and management advice during the time I spent with her. She was instrumental in the success of a large volume relocation project because of her valuable advice and ongoing support of my efforts. Kendra is a kind and inspiring leader that earns the respect of her staff, colleagues and senior leadership. Without a doubt, Kendra has proven to me that she would be a valuable asset to any organization that seeks her level of talent and expertise. I would work with her again in a heart beat!
Credentials
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MT (ASCP)
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Experience
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Training
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Professional Training and Coaching
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300 - 400 Employee
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Retired
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Jul 2018 - Present
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American Red Cross
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Lab Director
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Aug 1989 - Jul 2015
Provided leadership to blood production/distribution operations encompassing 2 production laboratories and 5 distribution sites located in 4 Western states. Skilled at departmental re-organization to improve compliance and productivity Provided leadership to blood production/distribution operations encompassing 2 production laboratories and 5 distribution sites located in 4 Western states. Skilled at departmental re-organization to improve compliance and productivity
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Blood Bank Supervisor
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1979 - 1989
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Education
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Troy University
Masters, Business -
WMCMT
MT(ASCP), Clinical Laboratory Science -
Montana State University-Bozeman
BS, Microbiology