Human Resources Management

BERNARD BASKIN, CPA, CGMA, MBA

818-***-**** (C) 760-***-**** (H) *************@*****.***

Versatile, innovative financial leader focused on creating long-term value

and delivering results. Expert at developing and implementing successful

strategic initiatives that align with business objectives. A consummate

negotiator who identifies and delivers ROI value. Experienced in leading

organizations through change. A skilled business analyst, with sound

business judgment and proven problem-solving acumen. A recognized leader

bringing energy and passion to the enterprise with a bias for action.

Financial Management Divestitures IT Integration

Risk Management Organizational Start ups

Restructuring

Process Improvement Due Diligence Budgeting, Forecasting

Cash Flow Optimization Mergers & Acquisitions Cost Reduction

Internal Controls Financial Reporting Leadership

Strategic Planning Debt Financing and Swaps Accounting System

Conversions

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

be.group, (formerly Southern California Presbyterian Homes), Glendale, CA (

2010-May 2012

Multi-site provider of quality housing, healthcare and support services for

older adults, with an annual budget of over $100M.

Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer - Reported to the

President and CEO.

Recruited in a nation-wide search to turn around, invigorate and repair

morale to a struggling finance and accounting department, restored investor

confidence and generate positive NOI for all product and service lines.

Focused on restoring capital expenditures for facility modernization and

deferred maintenance projects. Oversaw an investment portfolio of over

$50M to match or better key benchmark returns. Supervised the strategic

application and integration of information technology across functional

areas. Supported the Corporation's S&P bond rating. A member of the senior

management team, and a corporate officer serving three board committees:

finance, audit and investment. A thought leader and architect of strategic

initiatives. Responsible for three direct and 16 indirect reports.

Financial/Operational Highlights:

. Drove positive cash flow by aggressively targeting reductions in

outstanding accounts receivables. Achieved 40% reduction in outstanding

accounts and an additional $150K monthly cash flow by focusing on

tightening processes and procedures, introducing innovative billing best

practices and implementing a vigorous collections mandate. Reduced bad

debt reserve straight to the bottom line.

. Realized higher levels of cash flow by instituting efficiencies, best

practices and cost reductions that contributed over $1.5M annually to

EBITDA.

. Implemented a state-of-the art online human resources and payroll

management system replacing the labor intensive manual system, leading to

higher productivity, automated reconciliations and low cost of ownership.

. Brought payroll in-house with an annual saving of over $60K in personnel

and outside vendor fees.

. Transformed banking and treasury services saving over $25K per month in

fees and processing charges.

. Redesigned management monthly reports, developed benchmarks, metrics and

performance scorecards that provided measured results to better achieve

management goals and profitability targets. Used reports to identify

cost drivers, causes of budget variances, lost revenue, appropriate

staffing levels and reductions in overhead. Developed predictive

analytical tools that modeled outcomes and mitigated risk.

. Introduced margin analysis to enhance cash reserves. Developed GAAP and

non-GAAP measures of revenue and cash to optimize operating margin by

15%.

. Created and implemented an expense reduction program. Achieved cost

savings of over $500K cash in 4 months by renegotiating terms and

selecting vendors through a rigorous competitive bidding process.

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LUMETRA, San Francisco, CA ( 2002-2010

Healthcare consulting and information technology company with over $47M in

annual revenue derived from three service lines: consulting, Medicare fraud

detection, and electronic medical records software implementation and

training.

Chief Financial Officer - Reported to the President and CEO

Hired to restructure and modernize the finance organization. Created a

high performance finance team; completed a full accounting system

conversion; transformed outdated processes and procedures; implemented an

ERP system and introduced state of the art data analytical tools for more

accurate reporting and timely decision making. Worked closely with the CEO

to plan the Company's strategic direction. Formed two subsidiaries with

operating offices in 5 states. Supported three independent Boards of

Directors. Divested a profitable division for a gain of over 3 times

EBITDA. Developed a pricing model for products and services that resulted

in higher revenue and earnings growth. Managed the acquisition of over

90,000 square feet of space in multiple locations; supervised the IT and

human resources staff activities; and negotiated vendor and customer

contracts over $500,000. In close coordination with the CEO and legal

counsel, compassionately oversaw the layoff of 110 employees representing

nearly 70% of total staff due to the loss of a major customer contract.

Partnered with the new CEO to stabilize and restructure the company into a

stronger, leaner operation. Responsible for four direct and 16 indirect

reports.

Financial/Operational Highlights:

. Implemented sales efficiency plans that increased and sustained revenues

23% in FY 2004, and 26% in FY 2005, attaining profit margins of 7% and 9%

respectively.

. Completely revamped an underperforming accounting/finance department;

streamlined functions; eliminated redundancies; and implemented processes

improvements and best practices that resulted in a $500K reduction in

overhead annually.

. Headed startup company launch and realized sales growth ranging from

$1.5M to $19M in 3 years, and attained 10% annual net income.

. Established online financial/monthly project reporting, eliminated

processing errors and introduced mandatory staff training which cut 5

days off of the monthly close, and reduced costs by over $120K annually.

. Instituted cost-control processes and procedures that reversed negative

cash flow and reduced overhead 15% within 5 months of implementation.

. Directed SOX compliance implementation processes, saving more than $25K

in audit fees.

. Developed and implemented a process for reporting and measuring key

results leading to operational efficiencies that increased revenue 25%

annually.

. Profitably operated contracts in local currency with the Abu Dhabi Health

Authority.

. Established a purchasing/procurement function that eliminated waste and

inefficiencies in acquisition programs generating over $200K annual

savings and positive cash flow.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE FOR RESEARCH AND EDUCATION, INC. (NCIRE)

San Francisco, CA ( 2000-2002

Non-profit medical research center with over $27M in annual revenue.

Affiliated with the University of California San Francisco Medical School

and Veteran Administration Hospital.

Chief Financial Officer - Reported to the President and CEO

Led all aspects of the financial management for the construction of a

single-story office building. Prepared financial reports, determined and

allocated budgets and directed company investments. Led the accounting,

contracting, HR, purchasing, shipping/receiving, and administrative support

functions. Designed, developed and executed an automated management

reporting system that included on-line requisitions and approvals, email

notifications and the use of technology to process shipping and receiving

activity directly into the accounting system. Worked with the VA Hospital

to improve hospital financial administration and billing systems.

Spearheaded the transition of the employee benefits and retirement programs

to a new provider and administrator. Implemented project management

accounting for complex, multi-million dollar research grants and phase

three clinical trials. Supervised four direct and 9 indirect reports.

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NCIRE (Continued)

Financial/Operational Highlights:

. Drove new business initiatives and created a competitive pricing

methodology, securing 50% of bids and increasing revenue in 1 year by $6M

(or 25%).

. Instituted an online purchasing/shipping and receiving system, and

automating processes that resulted in savings of over $75K annually in

personnel and administrative costs and increased efficiencies.

. Conceptualized and directed accounting system conversion/redesign,

completing transition within 6 months and $50K under budget.

. Revised existing indirect cost allocation methodogy, reducing costs and

creating additional $700K annual cash flow.

. Renegotiated healthcare provider contracts, reducing costs by 20%

annually.

. Secured funding for MRI equipment at 2 points under prime, saving $100K

in interest.

ADDITIONAL HISTORY (Full details on request)

TITAN CORPORATION, San Diego, CA - Reported to the Corporate VP

Public company (NYSE) manufacturing electronic components and providing

software engineering services with over $1B in revenue.

Director of Government Policy

. Secured over $30M in at-risk accounts.

. Reduced days sales outstanding by 20%.

. M&A and post-acquisition integration.

. Directed the creation of a shared services department as part of a post-

acquisition initiative to eliminate redundancy and reduce administrative

costs.

COOPERS & LYBRAND (PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS), San Diego, CA - Reported to

Partner

. Provided public accounting and consultancy for one of the largest CPA

firms in the country.

EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration

San Diego State University, San Diego, California

Master of Arts in Library and Information Sciences

Rosary College (Dominican University), River Forest, Illinois

Bachelor of Arts in English/Philosophy (dual major)

Northeastern Illinois University, Chicago, Illinois

Graduated with high honors

Member Beta Alpha Psi, San Diego State Chapter

BOARD EXPERIENCE

IntegriGuard, LLC Corporate Secretary

Board and Founding Member, Millbrae Education Foundation

Member of the Finance Committee, Aging Services of California

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)

Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM)

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