Vice President, Operations and Education

VICKI KANE, Ed.D.

**** ****** ***** **** • Duncansville, PA 16635

*****.****@*******.*** 814-***-****

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Visionary and accomplished higher education executive with over 15 years of experience leading academic strategy, institutional operations, and student success initiatives across multi-campus and online environments. Proven record in programmatic and institutional accreditation, regulatory compliance, curriculum innovation, and cross-functional leadership. Adept at building high-performing teams, managing multimillion-dollar budgets, and driving measurable outcomes in student achievement, faculty development, and operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering inclusive, collaborative environments and aligning academic priorities with mission- driven institutional goals.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Campus Operations, Strategic Planning, Academic Strategy & Institutional Effectiveness

• Accreditation & Regulatory Compliance

• Faculty Development & Performance Evaluation

• Strategic Enrollment & Student Retention

• Budget Planning & Resource Allocation

• Technical Integration, Learning Management Systems, Education Technology

• Curriculum Development & Program Expansion

• Campus Operations & Policy Governance

• Cross-Departmental Leadership & Team Building

• Community Engagement & Stakeholder Relations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Vice President of Academics Porter and Chester Institute May 2020 – May 2024

• Directed academic programming and student services across 12 campuses in CT, MA, and PA, serving as the institution's Chief Academic Officer.

• Led the implementation of a new LMS and expanded instructional modalities, enhancing program accessibility and digital engagement.

• Oversaw institutional assessment initiatives, continuous improvement plans, and state/federal compliance requirements.

• Managed faculty hiring, onboarding, development, and performance reviews aligned with institutional standards.

• Collaborated with the VP of Finance to design and execute academic budgets and staffing plans across multiple locations.

• Represented the institution at accreditation visits, community events, and board presentations.

• Ensured the integrity of academic operations through effective leadership of registrars, student services, and instructional staff.

Vice President of Operations & Education YTI Career Institute Jan 2018 – May 2020

• Provided executive oversight for daily operations and academic programming at three campuses in Pennsylvania.

• Maintained full institutional and programmatic accreditation, led successful audit responses, and developed academic policies and procedures.

• Drove strategic planning initiatives focused on student outcomes, operational efficiency, and cross-departmental collaboration.

• Supervised all academic departments and contributed to statewide education partnerships. Campus President / Director of Education YTI Career Institute Sept 2015 – Jan 2018

• Directed all campus functions including academic instruction, student services, and community outreach.

• Led the preparation of annual accreditation reports, new program applications, and state licensure renewals.

• Oversaw budgeting, faculty evaluation, and student retention efforts in alignment with institutional goals.

Program Director – Medical & Allied Health Programs YTI Career Institute Aug 2010 – Sept 2015

• Managed daily operations for Medical Assistant, Dental Assisting, and Pharmacy Technician programs.

• Ensured instructional quality, curriculum compliance, and accreditation readiness.

• Supervised faculty scheduling, student advising, and departmental budget planning. Freelance Academic Consultant Operations Management Resource Group, LLC. 2023 – Present

• Provide strategic consultation and support of operations management, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, instructional excellence, and performance metrics.

• Tailored curriculum design and development, professional development planning, and educational technology integration.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Teacher Training & Instructional Leadership – Concordia University

– Dec 2020

Master of Education, Career & Technical Education – Concordia University – Mar 2014 Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences – Excelsior University – Aug 2012 CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Higher Education Professional (CHEP)

• BLS & CPR Instructor – American Heart Association PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• Mid-Atlantic Association of Career Schools (MAACS)

• Career Education Colleges and Universities (CECU)

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