Type Of Business:
Health system
Expertise:
Business development
Major Product/SVS:
Health care
Favorite Business Publication:
Get The Edge; "Personal Power and Power Talk" by Anthony Robbins; "The Slight Edge" by Jeff Olson; "Management Skills" by Wendy Powell
Hobbies/Sports:
Scuba diving; Spending time with his daughter and son
Education Degrees:
Dual Master’s Degree in Global Management and Healthcare Administration, University of Phoenix, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Affiliations Awards:
Hispanic Unity; Organization for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards
Industry:
Health Care Administration
Date of Distinction:
1/12/2012
Charity:
Eagles Wing Development Center; City of Fort Lauderdale (2008); United Way of America (2007)
Number Of Years In Profession:
22
Number Of Years In Current Position:
16
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his customer service skills and desire to make a difference in others' lives.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because of his interest in business development.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Velez has just opened a group called the Diamond Executive Group. The group has many executives who provide resources for people wanting to further their career. He also owns Yace Enterprises, Inc.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing business development and physician relations; Ensuring that business plans are effective and completed on time; Performing quality management procedures; Interacting with sales and administrative staff members
Education Certifications:
Training in Loss Prevention; Certification in Total Quality Management; Certification in Quality Control Services; License in Life, Health and Annuities, State of Florida
Awards/Honors:
Award for Community Outreach Programs, City of Hallandale Beach (2006); Award, The Salvation Army (2006); Award, United Way of America (1995)
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Velez hopes to expand the business and open branches outside Florida, as well as in Puerto Rico.