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DANIELLE M MILLER

Suwanee,GA

Summary

Results-driven executive with extensive experience in strategic leadership and operational excellence. Proven track record in driving growth, optimizing processes, and fostering team collaboration. Exceptional skills in strategic planning, financial management, and stakeholder engagement. Adaptable and reliable, consistently achieving high-impact results in dynamic environments.

Accomplished [Job Title] with progressive industry background and decisive leadership style. Offers strategic planning abilities, background in change management and forward-thinking mindset. Ready for challenges and focused on meeting future demands.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President and Chief of Staff

Emory University , Office of the President
11.2022 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Provided comprehensive support to the CEO, enabling them to focus on critical decision-making and leadership tasks.
  • Led crisis-management efforts during unexpected challenges; mitigating potential negative impacts on business operations.
  • Mentored and developed junior staff members; fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration within the organization.
  • Established successful partnerships with external organizations, expanding business opportunities and resources available to the company.
  • Streamlined office operations, resulting in enhanced workflow efficiency by implementing innovative organizational systems.
  • Amplified CEO's effectiveness by managing complex schedules and prioritizing engagements based on strategic importance.

Director of Finance and Strategic Initiatives

Florida International University
01.2009 - Current
  • Company Overview: Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine (HWCOM)
  • Reporting to the Executive Associate Dean with full responsibility for the management of the $70M operating budget and includes Financial Planning, Financial Operations and Strategic Planning.
  • This role also provides financial oversight and analytical support for the development and monitoring of the Faculty Practice Plan and all other clinical activities and affiliations for the medical school.
  • Served as team lead on several LCME accreditation site visits and successfully presented all finance deliverables leading to the College receiving full accreditation.
  • Routinely provide effective leadership and direction within the division in the absence of the Executive Associate Dean for Finance and Administration to ensure smooth operations and performance.
  • Develop annual budget, expense analysis and allocations for a $70M budget for HWCOM, and developed policies to ensure adherence leading to improved budget accountability.
  • Minimized costs and increased productivity by establishing a centralized unit within the HWCOM to manage all financial operations to include Procurement, Travel, Commodity Card and employee reimbursements.
  • Increased overall performance and productivity of the Office of Finance by implementing and automating financial reporting and operations processes to better serve all units within the HWCOM.
  • Eased the medical school resource allocation process by utilizing a reporting tool to perform monthly and quarterly financial statement analysis and consolidate monthly operating performance for senior leadership.
  • Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine (HWCOM)

Senior Associate Dean and Chief Business Officer

Emory University, Oxford College
07.2017 - 11.2022
  • Streamlined operational efficiency by identifying areas for improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
  • Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and the organization.
  • Implemented process improvements that led to significant time savings and increased accuracy in deliverables.
  • Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
  • Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
  • Created long-term plan and budget of $[Amount] to maximize ROI and continuously improve business development.
  • Managed vendor relationships effectively negotiating contracts aimed at maximizing value while minimizing costs associated with procurement activities.
  • Optimized financial management practices to ensure fiscal stability, maximize profitability, and minimize risks.
  • Developed strategic financial plans to support company growth and achieve long-term objectives.
  • Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
  • Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to establish budgetary guidelines and allocate resources efficiently across the organization.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the finance team, encouraging professional development opportunities for staff members.

Chief of Staff and Executive Director

Florida International University
01.2009 - 12.2009
  • Company Overview: Division of Finance and Administration, Office of the CFO
  • Served as Chief of Staff and Executive Director to the University CFO to direct the mission of the Office of Finance & Administration enabling the CFO to focus on core functions by providing recommendations on any significant developments or issues across all administrative units.
  • Executed daily tasks through leadership and coordination with Direct Reports and Division Vice Presidents.
  • Effectively administered the division’s $60M budget, providing procedure and documentation analysis to increase efficiency and cut costs.
  • Improved revenue allocation by reviewing and analyzing budget forecasts, budget variances and strategic initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented systems to ensure that the appropriate financial resources are dedicated to the key strategic themes and objectives of the University.
  • Reduced division cost through accurate expense analysis, in-depth research and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Restructured existing administrative procedures, designed and implemented new policies and procedures to ensure proper scheduling, correspondence and determination of priority items for the CFO.
  • Division of Finance and Administration, Office of the CFO

Director

Florida International University
01.2006 - 12.2009
  • Company Overview: Office of Financial Planning and Strategic Development
  • This position served as part of the integral team advising the CFO and university leadership on key decisions.
  • Reporting to the AVP Finance, provided oversight and analysis for the primary revenue generating funds including Auxiliaries, Athletics and Student Tuition and Fees trust funds amounting to over $200M.
  • Improved performance of annual operating budgets by assisting finance managers, conducting research and recommending functional processes.
  • Contributed to the growth and productivity of the University by actively engaging and making suggestion in strategic planning sessions with senior leadership of the University.
  • Ensure compliance with State funds through effective collaboration with State finance offices.
  • Collaborated with senior management to determine the University's short and long term performance objectives and metrics, and recommended processes for accomplishment.
  • Forecasted expected performance throughout the year by identifying business drivers, formulating assumptions of expected trends, and reviewing monthly information submitted by departments.
  • Generated over 20% increase in revenue by analyzing and recommending key strategic investments in the University's operations including new lines of business and other academic ventures.
  • Leveraged information management systems throughout the University to better understand financial performances and facilitate decision-making.
  • Office of Financial Planning and Strategic Development

Budgeting Coordinator

Florida International University
01.2003 - 12.2006

Education

Master of Business Administration -

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
Miami, FL
01.2002

Bachelors of Science - Management Studies

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES
01.1999

Skills

  • Finance and Operations
  • Communication
  • Coordination
  • Strategic Perspective
  • Long-term Vision
  • Implementation of Key Initiatives
  • Presentation of Complex Data
  • Planning
  • Prioritization
  • Organization
  • Deadline Management
  • Navigating Regulated Industries
  • Work Ethics
  • Pressure Management
  • Independent Judgment
  • Decision-making
  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building
  • Critical thinking
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Budget oversight
  • Financial management

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].

Professional Highlights

  • Implemented budgeting process for $70M operation with monthly financial reports to include strategic priorities, timelines, planning sessions and budget hearings with medical school leadership in order to facilitate day to day decision making
  • Serve as division lead and key player in the recruiting, development, implementation and decision making of key administrative processes within the medical school’s Division of Finance and Administration to reduce audit findings and improve efficiencies across all units
  • Serve as Chair of the Committee on Strategic Initiatives (CSI) for the medical school in leading efforts towards the development, the monitoring and implementation of strategies towards meeting the goals of the five year strategic plan.
  • Lead efforts towards the development and implementation of the financial plan and options for the restructuring of the FIU Physician Practice Plan to cut costs and streamline operations
  • Served as team lead on various LCME accreditation site visits and successfully prepared and presented all relevant finance and administrative deliverables leading to the College receiving full accreditation.

Affiliations

  • The Chief of Staff Association (Member)

Timeline

Vice President and Chief of Staff

Emory University , Office of the President
11.2022 - Current

Senior Associate Dean and Chief Business Officer

Emory University, Oxford College
07.2017 - 11.2022

Director of Finance and Strategic Initiatives

Florida International University
01.2009 - Current

Chief of Staff and Executive Director

Florida International University
01.2009 - 12.2009

Director

Florida International University
01.2006 - 12.2009

Budgeting Coordinator

Florida International University
01.2003 - 12.2006

Bachelors of Science - Management Studies

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST INDIES

Master of Business Administration -

FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

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