Christie Schakelaar

Chief Financial Officer/Director of Human Resources

Professional Overview
Christie Schakelaar is an accomplished finance and human resources executive with extensive experience in the healthcare industry. As the Chief Financial Officer and Director of Human Resources at Fairview Regional Medical Center, she leverages her strategic leadership and analytical expertise to drive organizational growth and operational excellence.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her dual role as CFO and Director of HR, Christie is responsible for overseeing the financial management, budgeting, and human capital strategies of Fairview Regional Medical Center. She has been instrumental in implementing cost-saving measures, optimizing financial processes, and aligning HR policies to support the organization's mission and objectives. Under her leadership, the medical center has achieved significant improvements in financial performance and employee satisfaction.

Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Christie held various finance and HR management roles at leading healthcare organizations, where she consistently demonstrated her ability to enhance profitability, streamline operations, and foster positive employee engagement. Her diverse background and cross-functional expertise have enabled her to make valuable contributions at each stage of her career.

Academic Background
Christie holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Oklahoma, with a specialization in Finance. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Oklahoma State University, graduating with honors and distinction.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial management and strategic planning

• HR strategy and talent management

• Process improvement and operational optimization

• Budgeting and cost control

• Performance analytics and data-driven decision making

• Change management and organizational development

Professional Impact
Under Christie's leadership, Fairview Regional Medical Center has achieved significant financial improvements, including a 15% reduction in operating expenses and a 20% increase in profitability over the past three years. Additionally, she has spearheaded the implementation of a comprehensive employee engagement program, which has resulted in a 25% decrease in turnover and a 35% improvement in employee satisfaction scores.

Conclusion
Christie Schakelaar's proven track record of success, coupled with her strategic vision and commitment to excellence, make her a valuable asset to Fairview Regional Medical Center. As she continues to drive innovation and lead the organization's financial and human capital strategies, Christie is poised to make an even greater impact on the healthcare industry.