Professional Background

Gordon is a health care leader and management consultant. He has over 20 years experience in the healthcare sector in Kenya and the region. He has designed and led interventions focused on improving the effectiveness of the health sector, organisations, departments and individuals.

Gordon combines a global professional outlook to the management of the health sector, working with institutions such as Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital. He offers leadership in the delivery of appropriate programs and services. He works to promote collaboration and resolve conflict.

Gordon has also worked in the hospitality industry for over 11 years as a senior executive with internationally reputable hotel groups and received both local and international training.

Read up on some of Gordon’s articles touching on healthcare and management.

Core Competencies

Health Care Management
Strategic & Transformational Leadership
Human Capital Development
Executive Coaching
Strategic Financial Management
Innovation
Brand Development
Business Communication

Scope Of Services

Gordon seeks to provide a holistic approach to medical care investments and ownership where his services are carried in four phases as follows:

Phase I: Project Analysis and Review (Plan) and development or review of the business plan.

This phase covers advisory during the pre-construction period and is where the concept and design is developed based on the business case, expert’s knowledge and various case studies developed.

Phase II: Development services.

This phase involves a detailed review of design aspects that are necessary to ensure flow and functionality. This involves design and construction review necessary to establish an efficient, high quality and cost-effective facility.

Phase III: Pre-Opening Management

This phase is typically the six (6) month period prior to the official opening of the property.
It involves selection, ordering and set-up of equipment, execution of service contracts, marketing, staffing, training, and establishment of operating guidelines.

Phase IV: Asset Management

This phase provides ownership with active oversight of existing hospital property and is when the operator is identified and commissioned.
It includes reviewing existing operations, financial performance, developing strategic branding and positioning plan for the asset, recommending improvements, and developing an exit strategy.