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Leota Buckman

@leotabuckman

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Director of Process Optimization driving enterprise transformation and operational excellence.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to lead enterprise transformation and process governance that improves efficiency, visibility, and decision-making—partnering with executives to deliver measurable operational performance, measurable cycle-time reductions, and scalable SOP-driven change.

I’m an enterprise transformation leader with 15+ years driving operational excellence, organizational effectiveness, and enterprise-wide business transformation. I partner with executive leadership to improve efficiency, governance, and organizational performance across healthcare, construction, and nonprofit organizations.

As Director of Process Optimization, I’ve directed transformation across 9 business divisions supporting an $800M+ business portfolio, leading 13 concurrent enterprise initiatives valued at $700K–$1M+. I reduced operational cycle time 46% (175 to 95 days), authored 430+ SOPs and governance documents, and supported change initiatives impacting 375+ employees and 35 operational leaders through executive KPI dashboards and operational reporting frameworks.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Director of Process Optimization

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Oakwood Homes / Clayton Property Groups

Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 7 months)

Directed enterprise transformation initiatives across 9 business divisions supporting an $800M+ business portfolio. Led 13 concurrent strategic initiatives and reduced operational cycle time by 46% through workflow redesign and governance improvements.

Enterprise Transformation Business Operations Operational Excellence Organizational Effectiveness Business Process Improvement Change Management Executive Partnership Process Governance Workflow Redesign Continuous Improvement Organizational Readiness Technology Implementation SOP Development

Healthcare Specialist | Revenue Cycle

Poudre Valley Hospital

Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 (5 years)

Audited 100+ patient accounts weekly to ensure billing accuracy, coding compliance, and reimbursement optimization. Analyzed reimbursement trends and denial patterns to support revenue cycle improvements and ensured compliance with payer and regulatory requirements.

Coding Compliance Documentation Review

Chair, Jobsite Safety Committee

Home Builders Association of Metro Denver

Chaired the Jobsite Safety Committee, representing 25+ builders, trade partners, and municipalities, to strengthen regional safety and collaboration. Founded the Permitting Committee and supported municipalities during COVID transitions to permitting operations.

Stakeholder Management Permitting