Samuel Gerdano

Retired CEO

American Bankruptcy Institute

Alexandria

05.1991 - 12.2019

Led strategic initiatives to enhance organizational governance and operational effectiveness.
Coordinated educational programs for legal practitioners and financial professionals.
Oversaw research projects on bankruptcy trends and legislative changes.
Managed relationships with stakeholders, including members and industry partners.
Directed the development of publications and resources for bankruptcy education.
Facilitated conferences and events to promote industry best practices and networking.
Advocated for policy reforms that support effective bankruptcy practices nationwide.
Mentored staff to foster professional development and enhance team capabilities.
Developed and implemented strategic business plans to increase company profitability.
Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure competitive pricing for goods or services.
Represented the organization at conferences, events, and networking activities as needed.
Established policies and procedures that promoted an ethical work environment.
Overseen the daily operations of the organization and ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Managed executive team members to ensure successful execution of projects in a timely manner.
Directed long-term research initiatives to identify new markets for growth opportunities.
Assessed financial performance of the organization on a regular basis and identified areas for improvement.
Facilitated board meetings and provided leadership guidance to senior management.
Spearheaded internal initiatives designed to foster collaboration among staff members.
Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
Created program to promote new managers from within, leading to cohesive leadership structure.
Developed long-range plans for business growth, resulting in increase in annual sales.