Paul P. J.

About Paul P. J.

Described as a \"unicorn,\" a \"go-to-person,\" and a \"one-man think tank,\" Paul brings a unique combination of communications, legal expertise, ethical leadership, and strategic vision across industries. Paul combines a deep understanding of law, ethics, and leadership with a passion for driving positive, meaningful change, making him a trusted advisor across sectors.Core Competencies:• Strategic Leadership & Organizational Change• Legal Counsel & Compliance Oversight• Government Relations & Public Policy Advocacy• Union Negotiations & Contract Management• Ethics Training & Corporate GovernanceProfessional Experience:General Counsel & Chief Ethics and Compliance OfficerHometown Health Centers (FQHC)| Upstate New York• Over a decade of leadership as General Counsel and Chief Ethics Officer for a Federally Qualified Health Center serving patients across dental, primary care, and behavioral health.• Spearheaded compliance frameworks and ethics training programs, advancing Medicaid services in underserved counties.Senior Government & Nonprofit Roles:• Held key positions under four New York State Governors, including General Counsel for a public authority with a $1 billion economic impact.• Analyst to a U.S. Senator and Legal Counsel to a State Legislator on policy and strategy.• Directed government relations and communications for a Medicare quality healthcare organization, earning national recognition for innovation.• Led a presidential primary campaign in New Hampshire and organized high-profile press events with Members of Congress.Board & Volunteer Leadership:• Served on nonprofit boards, including a Washington D.C. think tank and the John Paul Jones House Museum.Education & Bar Admissions:• Degrees from Union College, Bangor Theological Seminary, Western New England University School of Law, and George Washington University. Additional studies at Harvard University’s Ukrainian Research Institute.• Admitted to practice law in New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.Publications & Recognition:• Authored books, including one on ethics, and served as a columnist and thought leader in governance and policy.• Commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel by Governor Steven L. Beshear for contributions to improving lives and fostering opportunity.

Experience

1. General Counsel and Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer

   Hometown Health Centers

   Nov 2013 — Present

   General Counsel 03/2016 - Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer 04/2016 - Interim Chief Administrative Officer 04/2016 - 12/2016 Ethics and Compliance Officer 11/2013 - 04/2016• Assist and implement strategic plan;• Member of senior management committee;• Assist in managing state and federal audits;• Provide direct operational reports to the CEO and Board of Directors; and• Oversee Quality Assurance• Oversee litigation;• Monitor legislation;• Oversee risk management;• Develop and oversee legal internship program;• Assist in the identification and crafting of grants;• Draft and review contracts and memorandums of understanding;• Serve as counsel and legal advisor to CEO, CFO, COO and the Board of Directors;• Participate in ongoing strategic planning process as integral member of senior management;• Work with HR on employment issues including, but not limited to union matters;• Monitor compliance with Nonprofit law and work with CEO and CFO regarding all mandates;• Assist with the Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment (DSRIP) Program;• Advise on internal controls including, but not limited to developing legal operating guidelines;• Oversee govt relations activities at local, state, and federal level; • Review, monitor and if necessary coordinate with outside counsel regarding lawsuits; and• Work with the Governance Committee to assist meeting organization’s mission and values.• Write monthly newsletter;• Oversee risk assessments;• Conduct staff and Board training;• Conduct internal and compliance investigations;• Draft and recommend policies to the Board of Directors; and• Manage state and federal audits and enforce statutory and regulatory requirements.Hometown’s compliance program has been described by HRSA officials as “exemplary” in 2015 and recommended as a national best practice in 2016.

Education

• Western New England University School of Law

  Doctor of Law - JD

• Union College

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government

• Bangor Theological Seminary

  Master of Arts (M.A.), Religion/Religious Studies

• Ukrainian Research Institute - Harvard University

  Summer Fellowship

• The George Washington University

  M.P.S., Professional Studies

Skills

• Public Affairs
• Volunteer Management
• Policy
• Interviews
• Executive Management
• Grassroots Organizing
• Legal Writing
• Policy Analysis
• Speech Writing
• Mediation
• Grants
• Newsletters
• Strategic Planning
• Government
• Nonprofits
• Economic Development
• Strategy
• Contract Management
• Human Rights
• Crisis Management
• Coalitions
• Program Management
• Politics
• Strategic Communications
• Research
• Public Relations
• Political Consulting
• Blogging
• Political Science
• Program Development
• Management
• Fundraising
• International Relations
• Writing
• Political Campaigns
• Leadership
• Grant Writing
• Workshop Facilitation
• Entrepreneurship
• Public Policy