**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**
United American Indian Involvement Announces Jim Alexander as Chief Executive Officer
LOS ANGELES, Calif., November 19, 2024 – United American Indian Involvement (UAII) is excited to announce that Jim Alexander has joined the organization as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective November 19, 2024. Jim, a proud member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, has been a part of UAII’s journey from the Board of Directors to leading our Health Care Advisory Board as Chair. His unwavering commitment to UAII’s mission, which has been a guiding light, is an inspiration to us all. We are confident that he will continue to uphold and advance our goals, instilling a sense of confidence in our staff, community members, and partners.
Mr. Alexander brings a wealth of experience in healthcare operations and processes, a significant asset that will further enhance UAII’s commitment to providing quality physical and behavioral health, education, and social support services. His extensive background ensures that UAII will continue to deliver services that promote healthy lifestyles and individual responsibility, providing a sense of security to our community members.
His executive experience includes serving as Vice President for two healthcare organizations and as State of Michigan State Operations Manager, where he had complete oversight of administration and operational management of a $35 million budget and daily operations of a maximum- and minimum-security prison with over 400 personnel and a 1200 prisoner population.
Mr. Alexander was Vice President of Complex Care Operations at Equality Health, where he developed care delivery programs and integrated clinical and non-clinical staff. He also managed operations, designed innovative processes, and implemented growth-promoting policies for diverse patient populations. Previously, as the Vice President of Operations at Work Health Solutions, he oversaw contracts with California state agencies and managed a network of healthcare personnel.
In addition to over 26 years of experience in operational oversight and policy development, he also serves on the Advisory Board for Northstar EAP, contributing to its mission of delivering comprehensive employee assistance programs.
We are confident that Jim’s extensive experience and dedication to our mission will be invaluable as we strengthen our organizational functions and processes. His leadership will be instrumental in guiding UAII through this pivotal time, and we are optimistic about the positive changes he will bring. Please join us in welcoming Jim Alexander to his new role as Interim CEO.
For more information about United American Indian Involvement and its programs, please visit uaii.org or contact Anna Tiger at atiger@uaii.org.
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Jim Alexander is the Interim Chief Executive Officer of United American Indian Involvement (UAII), a position he has held since November 19, 2024. Jim is a proud member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians. Jim holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice and Master of Arts in Administrative Service from Northern Michigan University. Jim has been deeply involved with UAII, previously serving on the Board of Directors and leading the Health Care Advisory Board as Chair.
With over 26 years of experience in healthcare operations and policy development, Jim has a proven track record of delivering quality services that promote healthy lifestyles and individual responsibility within communities. His executive expertise includes roles as Vice President for two healthcare organizations and the State Operations Manager for the State of Michigan, where he oversaw a $35 million budget and daily operations of a maximum- and minimum-security prison with over 400 personnel and a 1200 prisoner population.
At Equality Health, Jim served as Vice President of Complex Care Operations, where he developed care delivery programs and managed diverse patient populations through innovative processes and growth-promoting policies. He also held the role of Vice President of Operations at Work Health Solutions, overseeing contracts with California state agencies and managing a network of healthcare personnel.
In addition to his leadership roles, Jim is an active member of the Advisory Board for Northstar EAP, contributing to the mission of enhancing employee assistance programs. His dedication and commitment to UAII’s mission are driving forces behind his leadership as he works to strengthen organizational functions and support the AI/AN community during this pivotal time.
