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Neel Arora

Neel Arora


Vice President, Finance


Norwalk, California, United States

Professional Overview


Neel Arora is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic growth and operational excellence across the healthcare industry. As the Vice President of Finance at NextCare, he leverages his deep expertise in financial analysis, commercial strategy, and operational optimization to support the company's continued expansion and profitability.

Experience Summary



Current Role


As the Vice President of Finance at NextCare, Neel is responsible for overseeing the company's financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions. He collaborates closely with cross-functional leaders to develop and implement data-driven strategies that enhance financial performance, optimize resource allocation, and support the organization's long-term objectives. Neel's leadership has been instrumental in driving cost savings, improving cash flow, and strengthening the company's financial position.

Career Progression


Prior to joining NextCare, Neel held progressive leadership roles at Owens & Minor and Apria Healthcare, where he made significant contributions to commercial strategy, financial operations, and sales optimization. As the VP of Commercial Strategy & Financial Operations at Owens & Minor, he spearheaded the development and implementation of data-driven initiatives that drove revenue growth and improved operational efficiency. During his tenure at Apria Healthcare, Neel served as the VP of Sales Operations & Strategic Analysis, where he leveraged his expertise in analytics and process optimization to enhance the company's sales performance and customer experience.

Earlier in his career, Neel honed his skills as a Consultant at ZS Associates, where he provided strategic advisory services to leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies, focusing on promotional effectiveness, market access, and sales force optimization.

Academic Background


Neel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

Areas of Expertise


  • Financial planning, analysis, and reporting

  • Strategic decision-making and operational optimization

  • Commercial strategy and market analysis

  • Sales operations and performance management

  • Data-driven insights and process improvement


Professional Impact


Neel's impact on the organizations he has served is marked by his ability to drive tangible results. At Owens & Minor, he spearheaded initiatives that delivered over $20 million in cost savings and improved the company's cash flow by 15%. During his tenure at Apria Healthcare, Neel's sales operations and analytics efforts contributed to a 12% increase in revenue and a 9% improvement in customer satisfaction scores.

Conclusion


With his deep finance expertise, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Neel Arora is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact on the healthcare industry. As the Vice President of Finance at NextCare, he is committed to leveraging his skills and experience to support the company's growth, enhance financial performance, and create sustainable value for all stakeholders.