“a terrific collaborative partner”
“strategic and empowering”
“a superb team leader”
“resourceful in gathering the facts”
“never complains and always gets the job done”
“exceptional analytical skills”
David was responsible for helping each of 21 medical facilities prepare their staff for the implementation of an electronic medical record (EMR). This was a profound change for Kaiser and David approached his assignment with enthusiasm, sensitivity and care. He worked with senior leaders, service directors and managers in each facility to develop the most effective means to help them prepare for the changes.”
Elissa Thaxton, Operations Lead, Kaiser Permanente (KP HealthConnect) (Supervisor)
“David is a terrific collaborative partner and someone I relied on greatly as the Change Management Lead for our extensive Kaiser Inpatient Electronic Medical Record (EMR) implementation. His skills of diplomacy, organization, project management, empathy and sensitivity to the unique culture and needs of the ambulatory and inpatient suites were instrumental in successfully deploying the software in 20 medical centers in just 30 months.”
Victor Maiki, NCAL Change Management Director, Kaiser Permanente (KP HealthConnect) (Supervisor)
“David has the unique ability to lead people through the change process. His vision was instrumental in helping the electronic medical records (EMR) team(s) achieve timely implementation goals. I would describe David as one of those people who is strategic and empowering. He was extremely supportive and a change advocate who could navigate the political landscape.”
Don Zook, PMP/ Project Manager, BAC, Kaiser Permanente, (Colleague)
“David’s attention to detail, persistence, and willingness to learn were exemplary. His team-building and leadership skills were so far above his peers, I recommended that he be promoted and he was selected for advancement less than seven months after joining Kaiser.”
Barbara Maxwell, Project Manager II, Kaiser Permanente (Manager)
“David was a special resource to me, initiating, designing and co-facilitating a large group team-building off-site as we pulled together over 80 people from disparate areas to form our new implementation team. He was a superb team leader, providing clear direction, vision and leadership to his team.”
Katie Volpe, Group Leader Consultant, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan (Manager)
“David worked for Earle Baum Center of the Blind on several projects over a year-long period. I found his advice and counsel very helpful. David and several consulting partners were instrumental in designing and facilitating a series of strategic planning sessions for our organization that helped us clearly set our sights on the future. I really appreciated his sensitivity to the special needs of the vision impaired community. Without any hesitation, I would recommend his consulting services to anyone needing organization development expertise.”
Allan Brenner, Executive Director, Earle Baum Center of the Blind (Client)
“I served with David in planning the Bay Area Organization Development Network (BAODN) annual Best in the West conferences in San Francisco in 2003 and 2004. He was a tireless worker, reliable and responsible, who I could count on to do what he promised he would do. He was responsible for coordinating all the logistics for a two day conference with over 200 participants and was an effective team player, manager, and worker who never complained but always got the job done. I would consider it an honor to work alongside him again.”
Mary Richardson, Board Chair, Bay Area OD Network (business partner)
“David was an invaluable aide to me as the Utilization Healthcare Analyst at MHN. His analytical skills were exceptional and his careful attention to detail was crucial to the accuracy of our reports. I knew that I could give David a few broad parameters of what I wanted and he would fill in the blanks and give me a polished finished product within hours. I relied heavily on him to be resourceful in gathering the facts needed and converting raw information into high level strategic reports with little supervision.”
Steve Blake, Director of Utilization Management, MHN (Supervisor)
