Honor Society® member
Daisy Frias
Interim Chief Executive Officer & Hospital Administrator at I directed operations for a large psychiatric hospital and its primary care clinic, leading process redesign and leadership alignment to elevate patient care and organizational performance. I oversaw a substantial annual budget, ensuring resources were strategically allocated and financial accountability maintained. Working closely with C-suite leaders, I strengthened cross-departmental collaboration and introduced efficiencies that drove measurable improvements across facilities and support services. I revamped HR functions, modernized recruitment and retention strategies, and fostered a culture of accountability and engagement. In addition, I advanced strategic planning efforts and community partnerships to enhance patient access and satisfaction. I also led successful accreditation and compliance initiatives, embedding quality and risk management practices that elevated organizational standards and positioned the hospital for sustainable success.
- master of business administration (mba)
- USA
Member since October 2025
About
Executive Healthcare Leader | People & Culture Strategist | Organizational Builder | PhD Candidate
I’m an executive healthcare leader dedicated to advancing people operations, culture transformation, workforce development, and operational efficiency across hospitals, multi-site clinics, and behavioral health systems. Throughout my career, I’ve focused on aligning human capital strategies with organizational goals to build workplaces where employees feel valued, engaged, and empowered, ultimately driving better patient care and sustainable organizational success.
I bring deep expertise in HR and talent management, organizational development, and multi-site people leadership, coupled with operational insight into budget oversight, compliance, and process improvement. Whether strengthening HR infrastructure, leading change management initiatives, redesigning onboarding and training, or guiding leadership development programs, I focus on building cultures of accountability, collaboration, and growth.
Education
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Saint Leo University
MBA
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Saint Leo University
Healthcare Management
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Saint Leo University
Human Resources
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Walden University
PhD Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Goals and interests
- Outside the classroom
Photography
DIY Home Improvement
Experience
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Interim Chief Executive Officer & Hospital Administrator
I directed operations for a large psychiatric hospital and its primary care clinic, leading process redesign and leadership alignment to elevate patient care and organizational performance. I oversaw a substantial annual budget, ensuring resources were strategically allocated and financial accountability maintained. Working closely with C-suite leaders, I strengthened cross-departmental collaboration and introduced efficiencies that drove measurable improvements across facilities and support services. I revamped HR functions, modernized recruitment and retention strategies, and fostered a culture of accountability and engagement. In addition, I advanced strategic planning efforts and community partnerships to enhance patient access and satisfaction. I also led successful accreditation and compliance initiatives, embedding quality and risk management practices that elevated organizational standards and positioned the hospital for sustainable success.
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Chief Operating & Compliance Officer
I directed operations for a network of pediatric clinics, leading a team of clinical and administrative leaders while driving organizational improvements across multiple counties. In this role, I spearheaded key initiatives including the launch an EMR upgrade, and process optimization efforts that enhanced both patient and employee satisfaction. I strengthened HR operations, improved retention, and introduced strategic policies that fostered workplace harmony and engagement. Additionally, I advanced business development and marketing initiatives to expand community partnerships and increase organizational visibility, ensuring both operational excellence and sustainable growth.
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Vice President, Medical Practice Management
I directed financial performance for a network of outpatient clinics, overseeing both primary care and medication management services while driving improvements in patient experience and service growth. In addition to managing departmental HR functions such as recruitment, onboarding, and training, I implemented strategies that enhanced staff engagement and retention. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I led the transition to telehealth across multiple counties, ensuring continuity of care and organizational stability. I also provided financial and clinical data analysis to executive leadership and the board, enabling evidence-based decision-making that supported both operational and strategic goals.
Volunteering
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Diversity and Inclusion Chair
Alachua County Emerging Leaders (ACEL)
Languages
- Spanish Fluent
- English (US) Fluent
Additional information
Organizations
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american college of health care executive (ache)
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american public health association (apha)
