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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) / CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (COO)

Ref: 579431

Phoenix, Arizona

$450,000 | $1,250 per day

  • Permanent / Contract
  • Turnaround Specialist
  • Operational Leadership
  • Financial Oversights

About the candidate

An accomplished Chief Executive Officer / Chief Operating Officer with extensive experience in the behavioral and mental health sector, our candidate specializes in turnaround and growth strategies within private equity-backed systems. With a proven track record in managing multi-state residential and outpatient operations, the focus remains steadfast on EBITDA growth, margin expansion, and robust acquisition integration. This executive adeptly handles large-scale responsibilities, including a groundbreaking improvement from a $1.6M EBITDA loss to a $531K profit in just 36 months, a testament to their strategic prowess and operational efficiency.

Leadership under this candidate's guidance is transformative, fostering cultural change and nurturing leadership within teams. By effectively scaling operations and maintaining high EBITDA margins during expansion phases, the candidate exemplifies a deep understanding of the operational complexities and financial intricacies of large healthcare systems across multiple states.

What makes them great?

  • Financial Acumen: Managed budgets exceeding $100M and improved EBITDA from a significant loss to notable profits, illustrating strong financial oversight and growth capability.
  • Operational Excellence: Led the strategic closure and expansion of facilities, effectively managing a portfolio of 14 facilities with over 600 employees, highlighting extensive operational leadership.
  • Innovative Leadership: Reduced staff turnover from 80% to 30% and implemented successful leadership development initiatives, fostering a stable and progressive work environment.

Areas of expertise

  • Turnaround Management: Expert in reversing financial declines and transforming operations to profitability and growth within stringent timelines.
  • Strategic Expansion: Skilled in both acquisition integration and de novo development, expanding operational footprints while maintaining high profitability metrics.
  • Cultural Transformation: Adept at reshaping organizational culture and developing leadership, achieving a 70% internal promotion rate for leadership positions.