Doug Ketchum

About Doug Ketchum

Experienced Financial Analyst with a proven ability to analyze data, formulate findings and suggestions and effectively communicate results to leadership. Successfully organizes and summarizes large amounts of data into meaningful information, communicating the information most relevant to each level of management. Collaborates productively as a member of a team while remaining self-motivated and completing assigned tasks with little oversight. Well-versed in compiling earnings forecasts and financial analysis of key reporting metricsAREAS OF STRENGTH AND EXPERTISE• Financial Analysis• Ad-Hoc Reporting• Internal Audit • Financial Reporting• Process Optimization• Compensation Plans • Project Management

Experience

1. HR Portfolio Manager

   Ardent Health

   Feb 2025 — Present · Tulsa, OK, US

   As HR Portfolio Manager at Ardent Health Services, I lead and coordinate a diverse portfolio of HR projects that directly support our enterprise strategy, workforce goals, and operational performance. With over six years of HR analytics and systems experience, I bring a strong foundation in data-driven decision making, HR operations, and enterprise resource planning to this role. My responsibilities include overseeing project scope, timelines, and budgets; partnering with senior leaders and cross-functional teams; and ensuring all initiatives comply with regulatory requirements and internal standards. I work closely with HR leadership, IT, compliance, and external vendors to identify process improvements, drive technology enablement, and ensure seamless implementation of system and policy changes. I also lead change management efforts that foster employee engagement and minimize disruption during transformation. I help ensure our projects meet evolving regulatory requirements while advancing Ardent’s people-first culture. This role builds on my previous experience as a Senior HR Decision Support Analyst, where I provided enterprise analytics, policy guidance, and ERP support for process optimization and analytics. My ability to lead through complexity and influence across organizational levels allows me to deliver high-impact outcomes aligned with our long-term business priorities.

Education

• University of Oklahoma

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Master of Science (MS)

• Northcentral University

  MBA