Nicolas Elias Azar

Director of Business Operations Dental Industry Specialist

Driving Operational Excellence Orchestrating Growth in Dental Sector Experienced Director of Business Operations with a stellar track record in optimizing operational strategies within the dental industry. Seeking to leverage extensive expertise in business management, operational efficiency, and cross-functional leadership to elevate dental organizations' operational performance and drive strategic growth.

PROFESSIONAL OVERVIEW

● Operational Strategy Expert: Proficient in tailoring operational strategies specifically for the dental sector, consistently enhancing efficiency and driving growth.

● Streamlining Dental Processes: Adept at identifying and rectifying inefficiencies in dental workflows, resulting in heightened productivity and cost savings.

● Collaboration & Integration: Skilled in fostering collaboration across dental departments, ensuring seamless integration of operations for improved outcomes.

● Data-Driven Decision-Making: Known for making informed decisions, leveraging data insights to navigate dental industry complexities and drive sustainable success. KEY CONTRIBUTIONS & INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP

● Operational Excellence in Dentistry: Spearheaded initiatives optimizing dental practice operations, improving patient care delivery, and maximizing profitability.

● Strategic Dental Planning: Led strategic planning endeavors tailored to dental practices, aligning business goals with actionable plans for effective execution.

● Team Development & Empowerment: Championed the development of high-performing dental teams, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous skill enhancement.

● Dental Practice Expansion & Market Penetration: Successfully orchestrated expansions and operational setups for dental practices, driving increased patient satisfaction and revenue growth.

● Compliance & Ethical Standards: Ensured strict adherence to dental industry compliance standards and ethical practices, bolstering organizational credibility and patient trust. HIGHLIGHTS OF DENTAL INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

● Directed and optimized business operations across various dental practices, implementing transformative initiatives resulting in improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

● Led cross-functional dental teams, implementing new systems and technologies for enhanced operational efficiency and patient care.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Dental Operational Strategy Process Optimization in Dentistry Cross-Functional Dental Leadership Strategic Dental Planning Decision-Making in Dental Practice Dental Team Development Dental Market Expansion Compliance & Ethical Standards in Dentistry Dental Operational Efficiency A: 28811 Sedge Lane, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 T: 661-***-**** E: ad2ga2@r.postjobfree.com L: www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-azar-186172246

Nicolas Elias Azar

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

● Director of Sales & Marketing - Barksdale Dental Lab, Huntsville, AL - Jun 2022 - Oct 2023

● VP of Sales & Marketing - Keating Dental Lab, Irvine, CA - Feb 2020 - Jul 2022

● Director/Partner - Azar Consulting & Associates, Los Angeles, CA - May 2000 - Feb 2020

● VP of Operation - MicroSelect (Div. Micro Dental Lab), Dublin, CA - Jul 1996 - May 2000

● VP of Sales & Marketing - Interdent (Div. Discus Dental), Los Angeles, CA - Jan 1994 - Apr 1996

● Director of Sales & Marketing - Mobile Dental Supply, Los Angeles, CA - Feb 1990 - Jan 1994

● National Sales Manager - Denticon, Inc. (Div. Thermabond Alloys), Los Angeles, CA - May 1987 - Feb 1990

● Customer Service Manager - Continental Dental Ceramics, Los Angeles, CA - Mar 1985 - Jan 1987

EDUCATION

● Business Law - California State University, Fullerton, CA - Aug 1978 - Jun 1981

● Dental Technician - So. Ca. College of Medical & Dental Career, Santa Ana, CA - Jun 1978 - Jun 1980

● Private Pilot License - Fullerton Aviation, Fullerton, CA - Apr 1977 - Dec 1979 AFFILIATION

● NADL/FDLA - 2021 to Present. FDLA Board Vice Chair

● National Association of Business Management. 2000-2005 - Certified Business Consultant

● Dental Manufacturer of America. 1997-2000 - Board Member and Laboratory Representative

CERTIFICATION & LICENSES

● Certified in the fabrication of fixed and removable dental prosthesis

● Private Pilot License

LANGUAGES

● Fluent in writing and speaking English

● Fluent in writing and speaking Arabic

REFERENCES

● Available upon request

A: 28811 Sedge Lane, Santa Clarita, CA 91350 T: 661-***-**** E: ad2ga2@r.postjobfree.com L: www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-azar-186172246

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