William Thorpe

Business Operations Management | Operational Excellence & Leadership | Servant Leader | Perpetual Learner | Business Development

Role
Assistant Director at UCLA Health
Location
Hampton, VA, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
General Business & ManagementView LinkedIn profile

About William Thorpe

Customer-focused professional with verifiable records of achievements by making direct contributions towards the advancement of various organizations’ missions and enabling achievements of full business potential by delivering strategic leadership. 15+ years of experience in hiring, training, and managing staff, with focus on individual development plans and establishing performance metrics for optimal staffing and resource allocation.

Experience

  1. Assistant Director

    UCLA Health

    Aug 2024 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

    Provides strategic oversight and leadership for the Member and Provider Contact Center, from initial planning and implementation through successful go-live and ongoing operations.Led the design and execution of new contact center infrastructure, including technology integration, vendor selection and management, and operational readiness to ensure a seamless launch and sustained performance.Oversees daily operations with a focus on workforce management (WFM) for optimal scheduling, staffing, and service-level adherence.Ensures delivery of best-in-class service for new and existing members by exceeding monthly CMS and organizational KPIs.Lead, coaches, and develops high-performing teams aligned with UCLA Health’s mission, values, and commitment to excellence.Implemented and manage operating systems, processes, and performance dashboards to drive consistent results and continuous improvement.Fosters a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous quality improvement across all contact center functions.

Education

  • Old Dominion University

    Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration, Management and Operations

    1998 — 2002

  • Verizon Communications in New York

    Intern, Business Administration and Management, General

    1998 — 2000

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