Lola Saffer

Director of Finance, Northeast at Memorial Hermann Healthcare System

Professional Overview
Lola Saffer is an accomplished finance executive with extensive experience in the healthcare industry. As the Director of Finance for the Northeast region at Memorial Hermann Healthcare System, she oversees the financial operations and strategic planning for a complex network of medical facilities. Lola's expertise spans financial analysis, budgeting, cost optimization, and improving operational efficiency.

Experience Summary

Current Role
In her current role as Director of Finance, Northeast, Lola is responsible for managing the financial performance of Memorial Hermann's operations across the northeastern region. She oversees a team of finance professionals and collaborates closely with cross-functional leaders to drive financial initiatives that support the organization's growth and mission. Under Lola's leadership, the Northeast region has achieved consistent year-over-year improvements in key financial metrics, including a 12% reduction in operating expenses and a 7% increase in net patient revenue.

Career Progression
Prior to her current position, Lola served as the Senior Financial Analyst at Memorial Hermann, where she played a pivotal role in developing data-driven strategies to enhance the organization's financial sustainability. Her previous experience also includes a role as the Finance Manager at a large regional hospital, where she led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, resulting in streamlined financial reporting and improved process efficiency.

Academic Background
Lola holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the University of Houston, where she graduated with distinction. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin, where she was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.

Areas of Expertise

• Healthcare finance and accounting

• Financial planning and analysis

• Cost management and optimization

• Operational efficiency and process improvement

• Strategic decision-making and business partnering

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Lola has been recognized for her ability to drive positive financial and operational outcomes. She has been invited to speak at industry conferences on topics such as "Leveraging Data Analytics to Enhance Financial Performance" and has authored several articles for prominent healthcare finance publications. Lola's commitment to excellence and her collaborative leadership style have earned her the respect of her peers and the trust of the senior leadership team at Memorial Hermann.

Conclusion
With her exceptional finance expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of success, Lola Saffer is a valuable asset to Memorial Hermann Healthcare System. As she continues to guide the financial operations of the Northeast region, Lola remains focused on delivering innovative solutions that contribute to the organization's long-term sustainability and the provision of high-quality healthcare services to the communities it serves.