Sentences with phrase «strategic operational initiatives»

Conceptualizing and implementing strategic operational initiatives to propel the achievement of corporate goals and objectives, maximize profit margins, and realize multimillion - dollar revenues; managing resource allocation, process redesigns and capacity plans.

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Ms. Lavelle brings to Alder 20 years of cross-functional experience leading strategic and operational initiatives in the biopharmaceutical industry.

If Humana fails to effectively implement its operational and strategic initiatives, particularly its Medicare initiatives and state - based contract strategy, the company's business may be materially adversely affected, which is of particular importance given the concentration of the company's revenues in these products.

Forward - looking statements may include, among others, statements concerning our projected adjusted income (loss) from operations outlook for 2018, on both a consolidated and segment basis; projected total revenue growth and global medical customer growth, each over year end 2017; projected growth beyond 2018; projected medical care and operating expense ratios and medical cost trends; our projected consolidated adjusted tax rate; future financial or operating performance, including our ability to deliver personalized and innovative solutions for our customers and clients; future growth, business strategy, strategic or operational initiatives; economic, regulatory or competitive environments, particularly with respect to the pace and extent of change in these areas; financing or capital deployment plans and amounts available for future deployment; our prospects for growth in the coming years; the proposed merger (the «Merger») with Express Scripts Holding Company («Express Scripts») and other statements regarding Cigna's future beliefs, expectations, plans, intentions, financial condition or performance.

Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: our ability to achieve our financial, strategic and operational plans or initiatives; our ability to predict and manage medical costs and price effectively and develop and maintain good relationships with physicians, hospitals and other health care providers; the impact of modifications to our operations and processes; our ability to identify potential strategic acquisitions or transactions and realize the expected benefits of such transactions, including with respect to the Merger; the substantial level of government regulation over our business and the potential effects of new laws or regulations or changes in existing laws or regulations; the outcome of litigation, regulatory audits, investigations, actions and / or guaranty fund assessments; uncertainties surrounding participation in government - sponsored programs such as Medicare; the effectiveness and security of our information technology and other business systems; unfavorable industry, economic or political conditions, including foreign currency movements; acts of war, terrorism, natural disasters or pandemics; our ability to obtain shareholder or regulatory approvals required for the Merger or the requirement to accept conditions that could reduce the anticipated benefits of the Merger as a condition to obtaining regulatory approvals; a longer time than anticipated to consummate the proposed Merger; problems regarding the successful integration of the businesses of Express Scripts and Cigna; unexpected costs regarding the proposed Merger; diversion of management's attention from ongoing business operations and opportunities during the pendency of the Merger; potential litigation associated with the proposed Merger; the ability to retain key personnel; the availability of financing, including relating to the proposed Merger; effects on the businesses as a result of uncertainty surrounding the proposed Merger; as well as more specific risks and uncertainties discussed in our most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.cigna.com as well as on Express Scripts» most recent report on Form 10 - K and subsequent reports on Forms 10 - Q and 8 - K available on the Investor Relations section of www.express-scripts.com.

We also work closely with founders and management teams to identify organic growth initiatives by driving operational best practices, while also combing for add - on strategic acquisitions to further accelerate that development.»

Examples of forward - looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements we make regarding the Company's plans, assumptions, expectations, beliefs and objectives with respect to store openings and closings; product introductions; sales; sales growth; sales trends; store traffic; retail prices; gross margin; operating margin; expenses; interest and other expenses, net; effective income tax rate; net earnings and net earnings per share; share count; inventories; capital expenditures; cash flow; liquidity; currency translation; growth opportunities; litigation outcomes and recovery related thereto; the collectability of amounts due under financing arrangements with diamond mining and exploration companies; and certain ongoing or planned product, marketing, retail, manufacturing, information systems development, upgrades and replacement, and other operational and strategic initiatives.

Whether you are looking to launch a new operational effectiveness initiative, implement a new business process, revitalize your strategic plan, or solve a complex challenge with your manufacturing or service delivery operations, I provide clients with a trusted advisor, strategist, and planning partner to develop a process and methodology for a successful implementation that delivers results.

«There comes a point in many of these emerging brands» operational development where founders or investors recognize the value of operational support for better execution of existing operations or expansion to realize on a strategic initiative.»

Julie's interpersonal qualities include a complement of intuitive perception as well as the ability to innovate and fully develop overall business strategies and methods that will clearly prove successful in relation to long term strategic operational, sales directives and general business growth initiatives.»

David leads the day - to - day implementation of SCORE's strategic plan, directing all programs and initiatives, as well as overseeing the organization's financial and operational efforts.

This packed one - day event will cover the key strategic and operational issues faced by trade publishers around the globe in transitioning to a digital world, as well as presenting specially - commissioned data and analysis, new companies and services for the trade publishing world to consider, and new initiatives from some of the biggest publishers and retailers.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, possible disruptions in Barnes & Noble's computer systems, telephone systems or supply chain, possible risks associated with data privacy, information security and intellectual property, possible work stoppages or increases in labor costs, possible increases in shipping rates or interruptions in shipping service, effects of competition, possible risks that inventory in channels of distribution may be larger than able to be sold, possible risks associated with changes in the strategic direction of the device business, including possible reduction in sales of content, accessories and other merchandise and other adverse financial impacts, possible risk that component parts will be rendered obsolete or otherwise not be able to be effectively utilized in devices to be sold, possible risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, possible risk that returns from consumers or channels of distribution may be greater than estimated, the risk that digital sales growth is less than expectations and the risk that it does not exceed the rate of investment spend, higher - than - anticipated store closing or relocation costs, higher interest rates, the performance of Barnes & Noble's online, digital and other initiatives, the success of Barnes & Noble's strategic investments, unanticipated increases in merchandise, component or occupancy costs, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, product and component shortages, the potential adverse impact on the Company's businesses resulting from the Company's prior reviews of strategic alternatives and the potential separation of the Company's businesses, the risk that the transactions with Microsoft and Pearson do not achieve the expected benefits for the parties or impose costs on the Company in excess of what the Company anticipates, including the risk that NOOK Media's applications are not commercially successful or that the expected distribution of those applications is not achieved, risks associated with the international expansion contemplated by the relationship with Microsoft, including that it is not successful or is delayed, the risk that NOOK Media is not able to perform its obligations under the Microsoft and Pearson commercial agreements and the consequences thereof, risks associated with the restatement contained in, the delayed filing of, and the material weakness in internal controls described in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, risks associated with the SEC investigation disclosed in the quarterly report on Form 10 - Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 26, 2013, risks associated with the ongoing efforts to rationalize the NOOK business and the expected costs and benefits of such efforts and associated risks and other factors which may be outside of Barnes & Noble's control, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the effect of the proposed separation of NOOK Media, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, possible disruptions in Barnes & Noble's computer systems, telephone systems or supply chain, possible risks associated with data privacy, information security and intellectual property, possible work stoppages or increases in labor costs, possible increases in shipping rates or interruptions in shipping service, effects of competition, possible risks that inventory in channels of distribution may be larger than able to be sold, possible risks associated with changes in the strategic direction of the device business, including possible reduction in sales of content, accessories and other merchandise and other adverse financial impacts, possible risk that component parts will be rendered obsolete or otherwise not be able to be effectively utilized in devices to be sold, possible risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, possible risk that returns from consumers or channels of distribution may be greater than estimated, the risk that digital sales growth is less than expectations and the risk that it does not exceed the rate of investment spend, higher - than - anticipated store closing or relocation costs, higher interest rates, the performance of Barnes & Noble's online, digital and other initiatives, the success of Barnes & Noble's strategic investments, unanticipated increases in merchandise, component or occupancy costs, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, product and component shortages, risks associated with the commercial agreement with Samsung, the potential adverse impact on the Company's businesses resulting from the Company's prior reviews of strategic alternatives and the potential separation of the Company's businesses (including with respect to the timing of the completion thereof), the risk that the transactions with Pearson and Samsung do not achieve the expected benefits for the parties or impose costs on the Company in excess of what the Company anticipates, including the risk that NOOK Media's applications are not commercially successful or that the expected distribution of those applications is not achieved, risks associated with the international expansion previously undertaken, including any risks associated with a reduction of international operations following termination of the Microsoft commercial agreement, the risk that NOOK Media is not able to perform its obligations under the Pearson and Samsung commercial agreements and the consequences thereof, the risks associated with the termination of Microsoft commercial agreement, including potential customer losses, risks associated with the restatement contained in, the delayed filing of, and the material weakness in internal controls described in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, risks associated with the SEC investigation disclosed in the quarterly report on Form 10 - Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 26, 2013, risks associated with the ongoing efforts to rationalize the NOOK business and the expected costs and benefits of such efforts and associated risks and other factors which may be outside of Barnes & Noble's control, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2014, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

At Hanover, Ms. Chardavoyne will be responsible for the strategic planning and implementation of Information Technology, Retail Banking, and Operational initiatives that align with Hanover's corporate objectives.

As a publicly traded company, we believe we will have additional financial and operational flexibility that will allow us to accelerate certain strategic initiatives.

FORD's President and Acting Chairman, Mr. Doug Sabra, said in the letter to FORD shareholders accompanying the notice of annual shareholders» meeting, that in 2008 «management began to implement operational and strategic initiatives in order to put [FORD]'s business on a stronger, more sustainable footing.

If you are searching for a dedicated, articulate and motivated Program Coordination professional who will generate significant insight in client service and support, and develop and oversee successful operational, event planning and strategic process improvement initiatives, please contact me to arrange an interview.

To support the organization in achieving perfection and success in its business by implementing my wide - ranging experience in leading the operations and employing strategic plant operational initiatives.

Provide finance support with strategic and operational initiatives.

Provided leadership while ensuring efficient service delivery from more than 20 departments to support strategic business initiatives and operational goals.

Lead IT Strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment and management of current and future IT systems across the organization.

Top international performer with the big - picture vision, leadership, and tenacity to successfully organize any assigned initiative, captures the interest of all trainees and peers, and accelerates and executes all strategic training, budgeting and operational initiatives.

Tags for this Online Resume: Business Acumen, Project Management, Program Management, Consulting, Strategic Business Planning, Chief of Staff, Operational Excellence, Change Management, Strategic Initiatives, Call Center, Process Improvement, Operations

Tags for this Online Resume: Leadership, Cash Flow Management, Management, P&L, PMP, Strategic Initiatives, Change Management, Risk Management, Operational Management, Organziational Change, Strategic Planning, Turnarounds & Restructuring, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Executive Coaching, Corporate Strategy, Board Governance, Training Programs, Public Speaking, Communications, CMC, CEC, Business Coaching, PCC

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & ACHIEVEMENTS» Comprehensive experience providing systems analysis and strategic guidance to optimize operational efficiency and achieve business initiatives.»

Strategic Operational Practices Enterprise Process Improvement Executive Mentoring P&L and Budget DOD Accomplished passionate communicative cross functional executive with over 15 years of cross-vertical achievement revolutionizing organizations by leading change for national and global initiatives.

Director, Human Resources, Human Resources Business Partner, Good sense of humor, Budget focused, Consultant, International orientation, Strategic thinker, Organizational Development, Collaboration, Operational, Effective communication, strong intellect, change agent, Interpersonal, Natural leader, High trust and integrity, Link business objectives to organizational initiatives

• Lead and communicate IT strategic and operational planning to achieve business goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the organization.

Strategic, hands - on financial leader, highly skilled in driving financial and operational initiatives in manufacturing companies with $ 85 Million to $ 4.5 Billion in revenue, with broad exposure and leadership in marketing, operations, and information technology.

Operational Controller with a solid grasp of Medicare Part B and Medi - Cal regulations, cost containment and human capital requirements that serve as the foundation of tactical initiatives, strategic business plans and performance management platforms that ensure viability in challenging economic climates.

Achieved 25 % increase in overall effective performance by strategic planning and implementation of performance improvements that involved Voice Picking, operational improvements for ToysRUs.com and Cube utilizations initiatives as Industrial Engineering Project Lead.

Operational EIPC Program Manager with a solid grasp of sustainable resource planning, cost containment and energy and transmission resource planning requirements that serve as the foundation of tactical initiatives, strategic energy planning and performance management platforms that ensure viability in a volatile and challenging economic climate.

• Spearheaded operational cost reduction initiatives in 2008 by strategic leveraging of Continuous Improvement initiatives for quality, cost and delivery.

Tags for this Online Resume: Product Development, Strategic Initiatives, Licensing, Acquisitions, Configuration Management, Value Stream Mapping, P&L Acountability, Supply Chain Development, Talent Development, Employee Engagement, Lean Manufacturing, Visual Management, Visual Factory, Metrics Driven, Process Reengineering, Product Introduction, Continuous Improvement, Culture Changer, Highly Engineered Products, Operational Excellence, Multiple Sites, Leadership Development, Capacity Planning, Resource Planning, ERP / MRP, Project Management, Manufacturing Processes, AS9100 Quality Systems, Global Business, Cross-functional Leadership

Operational CFO with a solid grasp of emerging technologies, cost containment and human capital requirements that serve as the foundation of tactical initiatives, strategic business plans and performance management platforms that ensure viability in a volatile and challenging economic climate.

Acquire a Director level executive position, within a service organization, focusing on strategic initiative implementation and operational execution.

Web Marketing and Analytics Consulting — Selected Duties and Responsibilities Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude, and professionalism, while developing marketing strategies through strategic target audience assessment and analysis Collaborate in all phases of strategic project planning and automation with senior - level management, including dashboard development, tracking code implementation, campaign execution, and report scheduling Provide guidance and leadership with respect to marketing campaign strategy development, benchmarking, implementation, post-execution analysis, and process optimization Measure the success of website and online marketing initiatives using data and related key metrics and evaluating the digital marketing maturity level, ensuring highest competitive abilities versus industry competitors Validate all data capturing processes and report populations with respective web analytics tools, ensuring the quality and integrity of all data within system as well as all generated reports Utilize experience in BFS, consumer goods, high - tech products / services, media, and digital marketing tools, along with related talent among team with focused collaboration and the promotion of a performance - based environment leveraging individual talents for group benefit Perform A / B and multivariate testing as well as behavior and outcome metrics analyses, reporting results in a clear, accurate, and meaningful manner to clients and management Address key client queries and resolve them in an expedited manner, promoting sustained revenue growth through client retention and relationship development Meet and exceed all marketing targets while tracking progress versus established internal and external industry benchmarks, focusing on both revenue generation as well as cost control Maintain a strong working knowledge of the product and respective marketplace, including pricing and regulatory trends, client requirements, competitor strategies, and product growth Act as a liaison between clients, vendors, sales and support staff, and executive management to facilitate information flow and drive operational efficiency

Professional Experience American Red Cross (Douglasville, GA) 11/2007 — Present Communications Manager • Lead the strategic direction and implementation of all public relations and communication functions to achieve American Red Cross Blood Services collection goals and organizational objectives • Collaborate with Chapter counterparts to promote a singular American Red Cross image and messaging throughout the state • Develop viable communications plan to assure effective community awareness of critical need for donations • Produce market communications and develop media outreach initiatives, including press releases, media inquiries, and special project updates, to ensure image and brand consistency • Author and edit scripts, presentations, and speeches for use by senior - level organization executives • Establish partnership within the community to enhance awareness of the blood donation program while leveraging key relationships with local - and state - level media professionals • Develop and implement an annual public relations and communications budget to ensure self - sufficiency and utilize financial resources in an efficient manner • Execute and supervise all staff - related functions including hiring, training, evaluation, and career development to create a well - qualified team and enhance operational success • Plan and implement employee award and recognition programs to honor milestone achievements, customer service excellence, and the accomplishment of national initiatives • Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures, Safety Quality Identity Potency Purity (SQUIPP), the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and all other applicable federal, state, and local entities

Claims Management Duties & Responsibilities Utilize efficient workflow organization to improve departmental efficiencies while ensuring effective client response and diligent analysis of claims, with extensive experience in both commercial and personal lines Provide relevant administration and direction to multi-million dollar staff budgets, quality control, fraud investigations, and complex claims reviews, earning denial authority over high - level claims cases Identify and develop talent among team members with focused training efforts, performance reporting and analyses, and operational efficiency initiatives Deliver continuous assessment of work force, while furnishing oversight and guidance regarding effective service strategies and techniques, loss liability monitoring, and claim litigation assistance Develop and implement the marketing and sales efforts of customer service team while tracking progress versus established internal and external benchmarks, providing disciplinary actions when necessary Construct customer service and claims team through effective staff hiring to aid in efficient operations and execution, delegating important tasks / assigments to line supervisors while providing branch - level guidance Aid in strategic planning and capital budgeting based on improving operating efficiency and reducing service - related production losses, collaborating effectively with senior - level management Maintain a strong working knowledge of important industry topics, company programs and policies, and overall regulatory environment, including state - level responsibility for process changes in casualty / PIP Address important client and staff queries, resolving them in an expedited manner Lead through example with consistent work ethic, attitude and professionalism

Project Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee 1,000 employee call center operations ensuring efficient, effective, and profitable operations Recruit, train, and direct 25 Senior Call Center Managers ensuring they understand the brand and corporate protocols Design and implement staff training and development initiatives to enhance team skill sets Responsible for the implementation and operation of technical facets such as the Qfiniti platform and Avaya integration Utilize strong background in information technology, web development, engineering, and technical support Design and implement workflow and organizational structure for multiple corporate entities Work closely with various departments including human resources, development, IT, and others to develop strategic plans Analyze corporate structure and create business requirements, process flows, and procedures for organizational efficiency Responsible for the identification and removal of chronic system affecting issues to enhance daily operations Set and coordinate product release timelines and procedures for 23 regional call centers across the United States Coordinate the strategic and operational arms of the release management teams Train and lead release teams ensuring compliance with project budgets and release schedules Oversee all user testing to ensure proper product functionality prior to release Manage website and hardware integration, maintenance, updates, and other technical support issues Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Consistently meet or exceed customer service and project management goals through strong managerial skills Maintain comprehensive records detailing call center activities, product releases, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, vendors, and community leaders Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Business Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee daily operations, finances, and personnel for large parking company Responsible for more than 60 locations and over 400 employees Hire and train staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to corporate policies Instruct junior team members in customer service best practices Generate significant revenue through strategic marketing and sales initiatives Design and implement strategies to cut operational costs while enhancing sales Perform human resource functions including conflict resolution and benefit administration Oversee audit process, budgets, and payroll ensuring cost effective operations Consistently recognized for excellence in management, sales, and customer service Develop and strengthen relationships with clients, partners, and community leaders Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Utilize proficiencies in Amano System, Federal ADP Shark Bite, and Ticket Tech Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Huskey will be responsible for operational management of the $ 4 billion sales volume brokerage company, allowing Green to focus on strategic initiatives and continued growth of the firm.

During this time, Brian was actively involved in acquisitions totaling $ 70 million in value and led several operational initiatives including coordination of board - management relations, acquisition sourcing and evaluation, financial reporting & analysis, budgeting, cash and liquidity management, strategic pricing expansion, and acquisition integration.