Diane Rodriguez

Director of Finance

Professional Overview
Diane Rodriguez is an experienced finance executive with a track record of driving strategic financial management and operational excellence. As the Director of Finance at Advocate Health, she oversees all financial planning, reporting, and control functions, contributing to the organization's continued growth and profitability.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Director of Finance at Advocate Health, Diane is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive financial strategies to support the organization's short-term and long-term objectives. She leads a team of financial analysts and accountants, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Under her leadership, Advocate Health has achieved significant improvements in cash flow management and cost optimization, resulting in a 12% increase in net operating income over the past two years.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Diane held progressive finance leadership positions at various healthcare organizations, including serving as the Senior Financial Analyst at Northwestern Medicine and the Financial Controller at Rush University Medical Center. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong aptitude for identifying and implementing innovative financial solutions, driving operational efficiency, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals.

Academic Background
Diane holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Illinois at Chicago and a Master of Business Administration from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and has completed advanced coursework in healthcare finance and strategic management.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Cash flow management

• Cost control and optimization

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Financial systems implementation and integration

• Strategic decision-making

• Cross-functional collaboration and leadership

Professional Impact
Diane's strategic financial leadership and analytical expertise have been instrumental in supporting Advocate Health's growth and profitability. She has spearheaded the implementation of a robust financial management system, which has improved data accuracy, streamlined reporting processes, and enabled more informed decision-making across the organization. Additionally, Diane has been an active contributor to industry associations, sharing her insights and best practices at healthcare finance conferences and webinars.

Conclusion
With her extensive experience in the healthcare industry, strong financial acumen, and proven ability to drive operational excellence, Diane Rodriguez is a valuable asset to Advocate Health. As the Director of Finance, she continues to play a pivotal role in the organization's financial strategy and performance, contributing to its long-term success and growth.