LINDA M. GADBOIS

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Orcutt, California 93455

Cell: 805-***-****

E-mail: ad1025@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Twenty years of management, marketing, and sales experience with a focus on progressive strategies and business development techniques. For eleven years, I was an entrepreneur directly involved in all aspects of operations of two manufacturing concerns. This experience has provided me with a body of unique expertise that could prove invaluable to your company. The Dowdle Gallery- Solvang, California (2021-2022) Fine art gallery focused on the original paintings, prints, and puzzles of renowned folk artist, Eric Dowdle.

Gallery Director- Reported to artist/ CEO

- Charged with building an initial retail arts establishment incorporating products sold from national web based business

- Established the artist’s brand presence through strategic marketing initiatives within the community and those areas served relevant to foot traffic/ tourism

- Responsible for day to day operations including hiring, training, and staffing of required sales force.

LIFESTEPS FOUNDATION- Los Angeles, California (2012-2020) Adult Day Healthcare Program providing medical, therapeutic, and social services/ programs to 150 medically frail and/ or eldlerly individuals in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties. Program Director- Reported to Corporate CEO

- Responsible for the administration of this licensed CBAS Program operating under the name of the Santa Maria Wisdom Center

- Implemented/ directed strategic plan for organization

- Implemented all policies, procedures, and programs to ensure compliance with applicable federal/ state laws/ regulations

- Administered budget as well as RFP and grant allocation process

- Served as community liaison promoting the organization, its mission, its clients and its services, as well as building strategic alliances

LMG CONSULTING SERVICES- Orcutt, California (2006-2012) Consulting company

Consultant- Self-employed

- Provided consulting services to companies involved in the manufacture and sale of grocery store equipment and ancillary helicopter equipment as well as those in the healthcare sector ADVANCED THERAPY AND REHAB- Skokie, Illinois (2005-2006) Contract rehabilitation services corporation

Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing- Reported to Company Vice President

- Responsible for the development, implementation, and administration of all corporate sales and marketing plans and strategies involved in the procurement/ placement of contract rehabilitation services in independent senior living communities, assisted living facilities, and long- term/ skilled care facilities

- Developed, designed, and implemented corporate website

- Identified and targeted prospects for expanding customer base in a five state territory- Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin

- Negotiated and closed all corporate contracts for rehabilitation services including physical, occupational, and speech therapies

- Accountable for revenue goals and management of sales and marketing budget BETHESDA HOME AND RETIREMENT CENTER- Chicago, Illinois (2003-2004) 150- bed, long term, healthcare facility

Director of Marketing and Admissions- Reported to Medical Director

- Responsible for all facets of marketing, admissions, and business development

- Developed, coordinated, and maintained appropriate referral relationships (physicians, hospital discharge planners, social workers, etc.) necessary for optimum census generation

- Moved facility from 76% average daily occupancy to 90% average daily occupancy

- Developed, designed, and implemented facility’s website

- Developed all marketing communications and advertising ensuring proper distribution and placement

UNIQUE CHECKOUT SYSTEMS- Chicago, Illinois (1992-2003) Premier manufacturer of metal checkout counters and various ancillary equipment for grocery industry

FARGO MANUFACTURING COMPANY- Chicago, Illinois

Manufacturer of auxiliary fuel systems, carrier pods, and various ancillary equipment for the helicopter industry

Senior Vice President- Reported to Company President/ CEO

- Conducted market research to evaluate existing and potential products and solutions to determine their profitability

- Identified and targeted prospects and markets for expanding customer base

- Coordinated and directed all communications required for ongoing servicing of clients

- Designed, implemented, and directed all marketing and sales strategies

- Developed all marketing communications (ie vendor, client, insurance, etc.)

- Monitored and controlled financial operations of both companies

- Recruited, trained,and supervised sales personnel OUR LADY OF MERCY HOSPITAL- Dyer, Indiana (1998-1992) Large, general healthcare facility featuring a 148-bed, Behavioral Medicine Center Director of Marketing and Community Relations- Reported to Vice President of Behavioral Medicine and Public Relations

- Total development, implementation, and administration of marketing strategies for a 148- bed, Behavioral Medicine Department, promoting awareness of facility in Northwest Indiana and surrounding states

- Designed and administered quarterly marketing plans for each of six Behavioral Medicine units and coordinated all unit driven marketing efforts

- Recruited, trained, and maintained a professional sales/ marketing force

- Developed all marketing communications (brochures, newsletters, educational materials, press releases, etc.) for distribution to corporate clients, referral sources, and media representatives

- Designed and coordinated placement of all printed, outdoor, and media advertising

- Coordinated and publicized educational workshops offering instruction relevant to the treatment of mental health and substance abuse

- Developed and maintained in-house speakers bureau to represent facility in community

- Coordinated and directed all communications required for ongoing servicing of client and maintenance of physician referral relationships

- Implemented Behavioral Medicine marketing budget EDUCATION:

Master of Public Affairs

Concentration: Health Services Administration

Indiana University

Gary, Indiana

Bachelor of Liberal Arts

Governors State University

University Park, Illinois

CERTIFICATION/ LICENSURE:

CMP certified (Healthcare Marketing Professional National Certification Program) Certified RCFE Administrator, state of California (Cert. #601*******)

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