Karl E. Kearney
About Candidate
A proven leader with a diverse background and entrepreneurial grit who can GET STUFF DONE. Senior-level operations and program leader with 24+ years directing multi-site operations, program delivery, P&L oversight, vendor management, and cross-functional teams. Experienced in transforming processes, implementing ERP/CRM systems, leading compliance-driven programs, and driving continuous-improvement initiatives across public- and private-sector environments. Comfortable operating at scale, aligning operations to strategic goals, and communicating performance to senior stakeholders.
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Business Administration
Work & Experience
• Founded and operated a technology supply business with full P&L responsibility; hired and led up to 25 employees. • Implemented CRM and accounting system integrations, managed procurement and logistics, optimized cost structures, and developed sales strategies that aligned product offerings to customer operations. • Performed network management and integrated web-ordering with accounting systems to scale operations.
• Led audit and intake teams for a HUD-funded disaster relief program; managed workflow, QA/QC, and application processing to ensure accurate grant disbursements. • Produced spreadsheet-based reporting to monitor backlog and operational inventories; executed special audits and corrective actions.
• Directed operations for a 3,000-unit HUD Section 8 program focused on permanent supportive housing across multiple regions. • Oversaw eligibility determination, regulatory compliance, tenant and owner briefings, vacancy payment processing, and vendor invoice approvals. • Implemented QA/QC and operational meeting cadences; conducted workforce planning, performance management, and training.
• Built and executed sales plans and account strategies to grow revenue and deepen account penetration. • Coached and developed sales teams; set individual and team goals, instituted performance accountability, and managed progressive-discipline processes. • Strengthened customer relationships through solution-selling and operational improvements that improved retention and account value.
• Led program activities across FEMA Public Assistance engagements, coordinating project formulation through closeout for large-scale disaster recovery efforts. • Evaluated project worksheets for reconciliations and recoveries and supported senior program staff with briefing materials, reporting, and coordination. • Managed cross-functional teams and vendor relationships to ensure compliant, auditable delivery of program objectives.
