Paul Schlottman

About Paul Schlottman

I am a retired Exec. Director of Strategic Initiatives with 20+ years’ experience in administration. I have a proven track record of revitalizing institutions and strengthening organizations. I demonstrate an exceptional ability to strategize, develop, and implement policies, programs, curriculum activities, and budgets in a manner that ensures the educational development of each student and professional advancement of each staff member. I am a highly effective communicator and a value-centric leader who thrives in fast-paced environments delivering forward-thinking, innovation, and professionalism at all times. CORE COMPETENCIES EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION, BUDGET MANAGEMENT, STRATEGIC PLANNING, OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT, TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT, RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, PROCESS IMPROVEMENT, POLICY DEVELOPMENTRecently, I have developed a launched Master in the Study of Law programs in Government Contracting and Procurement and Patent Law. I have created Education Partnerships with the Air Force Research Laboratory and Defense Acquisition University, and several University articulation agreements. Formerly, I saved a failing $2.1M school organization, revamping it into a thriving $10.4M operation (136+ staff and 1.2K+ students) preparing students for high demand careers. I united a K-12 workforce development vision focused on Engineering, Entrepreneurship, IT, Biomed, Welding, and Adv. Manufacturing. Indiana’s Chamber Magazine Bizvoice called us Indiana’s most innovative schools.KEY CONTRIBUTIONS: Developed and launched Master in the Study of Law degree programs in Government Contracting and Procurement, and Patent Law generating nearly 50% of the Law School’s revenue Created Education Partnerships with the Air Force Research Laboratory and Defense Acquisition University. Developed 3+Master’s and 3+JD articulation agreements with several Universities nationally. Boosted enrollment 700% in 2 years to 1.2K becoming the fastest growing schools in the Midwest Bolstered attendance to 96%, doubled graduation rate, earned exceptional growth in student academic achievement Established 1st Microsoft Academy providing all Microsoft, CISCO, and CompTIA certifications Designed, remodeled, and opened new K-6 school in 28 weeks serving 700 students Triumphed in earning “New School” designation from the State Board by diligently following Turnaround Principles Honored as one of the 1st to earn State STEM school certification

Experience

1. Civilian - Honorary Squadron Commander 445th Airlift Wing Force Support Squadron

   U.S. Air Force Reserve

   Sep 2019 — Present

Education

• Oakland University

  Education Specialist Degree, Educational Administration, Supervision and Leadership

  2004 — 2006

• Leadership Northwest Indiana - Class 41

  Organizational Leadership

  2007 — 2017

• Leadership Dayton - Class 18

  Organizational Leadership

  2017

• Wayne State University

  Master’s Degree, Educational Supervision and Leadership

  1998 — 2001

• Western Michigan University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Secondary Education and Teaching

  1984 — 1988

• Dondero High School

  High School Diploma, Honors / Music

Skills

• Teaching
• Entrepreneurship
• Public Speaking
• Operating Budgets
• Facilities Operations
• K-12
• Recruiting
• School Districts
• Teacher Training
• Staff Development
• Entrepreneurship Development
• Educational Technology
• Classroom
• Public Schools
• Financial Reporting
• School Safety
• Classroom Instruction
• Negotiation
• Market Analysis
• Budgeting
• Project-Based Learning
• Strategic Leadership
• Large Scale Events
• Instructional Design
• Large Group Facilitation
• Organizational Leadership
• Curriculum Development
• Curriculum Design
• Lean Startup
• Public Administration
• Marketing Strategy
• Financial Modeling
• Entrepreneurial Organizations
• Budget Forecasts
• Charter Schools
• Classroom Management
• Administration
• Team Leadership
• Differentiated Instruction
• Financial Analysis