Jim "James C." Wallace
About Jim "James C." Wallace
Jim 'James C.' Wallace serves as the Community and Government Relations Officer at Deborah Heart and Lung Center, a position he has held since 2011. He has a diverse background in healthcare and higher education management, having held various leadership roles and successfully managed significant projects and budgets throughout his career.
Work at Deborah Heart and Lung Center
Jim Wallace has served as the Community and Government Relations Officer at Deborah Heart and Lung Center since 2011. Over his 13-year tenure, he developed the advocacy function for the organization, which initially encompassed a two-hospital system and expanded it to include four hospitals. This initiative was recognized as a 'best practice' by the corporate parent, highlighting his contributions to the healthcare system's advocacy efforts.
Education and Expertise
Jim Wallace holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Towson University, which he achieved in 2013. He also earned an MBA from The George Washington University - School of Business. Additionally, he studied at The Wharton School, where he completed a Certificate in Strategic Thinking and Management in 2002. His educational background supports his extensive experience in community relations and government affairs.
Background
Before joining Deborah Heart and Lung Center, Jim Wallace held several significant positions in higher education and healthcare. He served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Antioch University from 1980 to 1986. He later worked as Vice President for Operations at UMDNJ from 1990 to 1993. His experience also includes managing the transition of nine state colleges to an autonomous governance system.
Achievements
During his career, Jim Wallace has accomplished notable projects in both healthcare and education. He raised nearly $15 million in state and federal earmarks while working in healthcare government affairs. He developed a $1.2 billion higher education budget for New Jersey, successfully navigating it through the Legislature. Additionally, he completed three major hospital construction projects valued at $84 million, all delivered on time and under budget.
Leadership Experience
Jim Wallace has demonstrated leadership in various capacities, including serving as Interim CEO for a private college. In this role, he reversed a decade-long decline in enrollment, implemented a new curriculum, and restructured the faculty without litigation. His leadership also includes completing a bankruptcy turnaround of a multi-campus, nationwide private university, showcasing his ability to manage complex organizational challenges.