Sentences with phrase «focused on administrative costs»

However, research that focused on administrative costs between charters and traditional public schools in Michigan suggests the size difference might only explain about $ 130 of the per pupil gap.

Not exact matches

For companies that have seen sales, general, administrative, or other costs expand faster than revenues, and been unable to tame increases using more mainstream techniques such as outsourcing, zero - based budgeting offers the prospect of identifying waste, focusing attention on business strategy, and targeting resources to key goals.

His research and administrative interests have focused on the design and operation of programs that promote high quality, cost effective medical care.

Or has a relentless focus on cost - cutting damaged traditional administrative values?

We started by focusing on areas we suspected to be major culprits of inefficiency at state agencies - notably, overtime pay and excessive or duplicative administrative costs.

By contrast, in an industrial setting the focus is more directly on research, with much less focus on infrastructure issues, such as securing lab space, administrative support, and the funding of material costs.

With student loan debt recently hitting $ 1.3 trillion, a lot of people are blaming things like the rising cost of tuition, administrative bloat and infrastructure overspending at colleges, and cutbacks in state funding for the crisis.While all of these factors play a significant role in the problem, they all focus on things that are beyond -LSB-...]

This payment method may allow the client to choose from special financing options such as deferred interest or extended terms, with no upfront costs and no prepayment penalties, and enables the veterinary practice to focus on diagnosing and delivering care, and less on administrative billing.

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The value to practitioners of focusing on the administrative and compliance aspects of running a nil rate band discretionary trust at the outset lies in, first, reminding trustees that they need to manage these arrangements actively, and, second, avoiding the problem of funding trust administration costs in the future.

Spa Director — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, executing spa and salon administration functions, overseeing sales and marketing operations, and implementing cutting - edge industry techniques and trends Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including product inventory control, marketing and sales strategies, product and service offerings, client service, event coordination, and area competition Provide continuous assessment of key markets, potential customers, and capital utilization, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding policies and procedures, budgets and financial forecasts, and client experience considerations Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, promote both employee and client satisfaction, and deliver a luxurious experience to high - profile clientele Identify and utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, targeted professional recruitment, continued supervision of 40 staff, and the promotion of a performance - based environment leveraging individual talents for group benefit Develop and supervise support staff to aid in effective sales, marketing, and service operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion, including newsletter and article distribution Ensure effective execution of all administrative, HR, and financial aspects of business management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executive staff, stakeholders, and other relevant parties Address key client and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention, referral generation, and the leveraging of cross-sales opportunities Create and implement firm marketing and sales strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, techniques, and relevant tools, while committing to continued advanced technical education with respect to complex spa, salon, and fitness concepts and studies Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and other management partners to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency

Non-Profit Program and Operations Coordinator — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while executing various program administration functions, overseeing operations and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and processes Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including program mission, marketing and public relations, vendor and volunteer management, member services and systems implementation Demonstrate leadership with respect to program direction, fundraising strategies and project management Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and the utilization of available resources, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective donor recruitment and recognition strategies Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to evaluate program effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both staff and member satisfaction Utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, effective collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration and program operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Facilitate the effective execution of all related administrative and financial aspects of non-profit management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executives, stakeholders and other relevant parties Ensure the organization and maintenance of relevant information in confidential, secure, and efficient manner as well as adherence to all stated laws, statutes, policies, procedures and guidelines with application in the non-profit arena Support the creation and implementation of organizational marketing and operations strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both program growth as well as cost management Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevant tools

Event Planning and Entertainment Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, performing event administration functions, overseeing client management operations and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and processes Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team and third - party vendors, including resource management, logistics, contract negotiations, marketing and public relations, issue resolution and client services Demonstrate leadership with respect to event direction, artist and talent development, and strategic marketing campaigns Provide continuous assessment of key considerations, potential issues, and resources utilization, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective policies and procedures, process management and participation trends Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures, utilizing several tools, to evaluate event effectiveness, improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, and promote both employee and client satisfaction Identify and utilize talent among team members with focused training efforts, targeted professional recruitment, and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Develop and supervise support staff to aid in effective marketing, relations, administration, and event operations, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Promote the effective execution of all administrative and financial aspects of event and client management, while analyzing and presenting important information to executive staff, client representatives, stakeholders, and other relevant parties Address key client and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained client growth through retention, word - of - mouth marketing and the attainment of talent engagements Create and implement client marketing and operational strategies while tracking performance versus internal and external benchmarks, focusing on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of related products, services, techniques and relevant tools

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Import / Export Compliance Management — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while executing various operational, support and administrative functions and ensuring both efficient organizational communications and on - going process enhancements Develop and maintain all trade compliance policies and operations procedures, updating regularly according to regulatory enhancements initiated by the US government and other related agencies Provide continuous assessment of all execution and resource utilization tasks, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding process efficiency, delivery and receiving requirements and schedule adherence Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency, manage and reduce costs, promote both staff and client satisfaction, and ensure adherence to related quality control standards Utilize talent among team members with focused collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Prepare complex licenses and agreements in support of all programs, including temporary / permanent export licenses (DSP 5, 6, 61, 73 and 74), foreign employment licenses, technical assistance agreements and amendments, warehouse distribution agreements and other functions Ensure adherence to all Bureau of Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (BATFE) compliance, including submission of permits (ATF 2, 3, 5, 6 and 9), USG and foreign transfers / variances, record - keeping requirements, destructive device movement and shipping requirements Address key client, personnel, and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained operational growth through business retention and the leveraging of available resources Oversee critical functions related to technical data transfers and data management, foreign travel and foreign visitor requests Educate, supervise and lead staff in the execution of all related functions, including the execution of audits and briefings Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, techniques and relevant tools, while committing to continued advanced technical education with respect to complex concepts and studies as related to position function Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, support staff and other management partners to facilitate information flow

Business Analyst — Duties & Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, performing critical operational, support and administrative analysis functions while ensuring efficient organizational communications and on - going process enhancements Collaborate in all phases of strategic planning with other members of management team, including document and inventory control, data management strategies, sales support, customer relations, issue resolution and industry competition Provide continuous assessment of critical business processes, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding efficiency and performance optimization considerations Perform needs - based and situational assessments of policies and procedures to improve operational effectiveness, manage and reduce costs, promote both employee and client satisfaction, and ensure adherence to related quality control and profitability standards Utilize talent among team members with focused collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based work environment that leverages individual talents for group benefit Employ support staff to aid in effective administrative operations, report management, scheduling and other relevant functions, delegating important tasks and assignments while providing timely follow - up to ensure task completion Support the effective execution of all financial aspects of business management, while analyzing, synthesizing and presenting important information to executive staff, stakeholders and other relevant parties Address key client, personnel and management queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained operational growth through staff communication and the leveraging of available resources Create and implement performance and efficiency benchmarks while tracking progress versus established industry metrics Maintain a strong working knowledge of products, services, techniques and relevant tools, while committing to continued advanced technical education with respect to complex concepts and studies as related to job Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, support staff, and other management partners to facilitate information flow and drive efficiency

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Created and directed graphic design, art, web design, and print production for large, varied client base Implemented design processes and managed production schedules Developed marketing collateral, strategies, and design concept for clients Generated new business including American Public Health Association (APHA), Brand Design, Brochures Inc., Deloitte and Touche, George Mason University, Kael Direct, and Linnie Carter & Associates Provided graphic design support to numerous governmental projects including the Lean Six Sigma Marine Corps Systems Command and Special Inspector General for Iraqi Reconstruction Maintained security clearance for work on sensitive materials Designed magazine art and layout for Naval Reserve Association News, Mariner, Hiker, and Focus magazines Fashioned ads, article layout, and covers for The American Journal of Public Health, The Nation's Health, and American Public Health Association books Produced wide variety of promotional items including signage, overhead graphics, and maps Designed direct mail (OE's, BRE's, Letter / Reply's) for clientele and company use Enhanced and color corrected photos meeting the highest standards of quality Provided excellent customer support guaranteeing client satisfaction and repeat business Performed daily administrative support and accounting duties ensuring effective and organized operations Ordered art and office supplies for office ensuring efficient and cost effective operations