Tyler Lane
Nashville
Summary
Experienced leader with a proven track record in public and private sectors. Skilled at driving strategic business outcomes and excelling in diverse roles. Extensive background in government relations, technology implementation, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, stakeholder relations, and project management. Demonstrated success in cultivating high-performing teams and spearheading initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies. Able to manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring on-time completion within budget and achieving desired objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate
KPMG US
06.2021 - Current
- Lead business analyst teams through large scale transformational advisory services on enterprise system modernization efforts for state governments.
- Provide comprehensive guidance and support, ensuring adherence to regulatory compliance with Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), technology standards and contractual obligations.
- Support state procurement activities, including the development of RFPs in preparation for competitive awarding.
- Provide comparative financial analysis for strategic Medicaid enhancement funding activities and collaborate closely with senior leadership to envision and achieve long-term objectives.
- Member of the TN TAS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee.
- Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and the organization.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to drive successful completion of complex projects within deadlines.
- Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
- Managed data and correspondence to secure information across complex landscapes of organizational departments.
Legislative Director
Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD)
10.2017 - 06.2021
- Successfully developed and passed legislation through the legislature to reduce licensing requirements within DIDD’s Consumer Direction service model.
- Developed strategic communication and messaging campaigns for legislators on the roll out of major department initiatives like Katie Beckett, TEIS and IDD Integration.
- Responsible for creation and leadership of all legislative strategy with department leaders when working with Fiscal Review and Government Operations committees for contract extensions and rule passage.
- Often testify before legislative committees to ensure department positions are accurately represented.
- Collaborated with the fiscal director, industry leaders, and legislators to secure more than $50 million dollars in new money for direct support professional wages.
- Tracked and analyzed more than 200 bills and amendments on a weekly basis during the 110th and 111th General Assemblies.
Financial Performance Manager
Division of TennCare, Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Ran point on communications between TennCare and nursing home facilities across the state regarding payment of the nursing home assessment and acuity/quality payments based on key performance indicators.
- Supervised the Critical Access Hospital program totaling $16 million annually to ensure state and federal appropriation compliance through quarterly payments based upon patient data and invoicing.
- Performed monthly statistical analysis reports on enrollment, utilization, and pharmacy expenditures to understand trends and generate forecast modeling.
- Evaluated potential budgetary cost savings within an $11 billion annual budget and worked within one of the lowest growth trend Medicaid programs in the country.
- Teamed up with industry and association professionals of Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) and Federally Qualified Health Clinics (FQHCs) to review scope of service and network coverage.
Legislative Assistant to Chairman
Tennessee House of Representatives
09.2012 - 04.2016
- Developed relationships with stakeholders and community leaders to draft, advocate for, and pass over 20 pieces of legislation during the 108th-109th General Assembly.
- Coordinated meetings with stakeholders and officials, fostering productive dialogues on key legislation.
- Provided valuable input during policy debates by presenting well-researched findings backed by data-driven analysis.
- Drafted all social media postings, press releases, talking point papers and office communications to promote clear and concise messaging to constituents and the general public.
- Independently managed the office intern program totaling 23 completed internships over 3 years in Nashville, Knoxville, and Oak Ridge.
- Led the successful planning and execution of hosting large projects like PROTECT Project Hero and NSCL Working Group visit in the Representative's district.
- Provided administrative and strategic support to the House Energy Task Force, which included holding meetings across the state. The taskforce culminated in the creation of a Tennessee State Energy Policy Council.
House Bill Clerk
Tennessee House of Representatives
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Provided legislative orientation and office set up to newly elected state representatives.
- Compiled, edited and distributed the weekly agenda of committee meetings and calendared pieces of legislation while working alongside the assistant chief clerk and committee chairmen.
- Maintained proper parliamentary procedure, voting and attendance records during committee meetings.
- Completed data entry, tracked bills and maintained the Transportation Committee documentation.
Bankruptcy Representative
Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance
10.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed over 700 separate accounts and provided sound financial advice to clients.
- Achieved aggressively set monthly team and individual goals.
- Handled customer questions, complaints, and billing inquiries with the highest degree of courtesy and professionalism to ensure customer satisfaction and retention.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Jennings A. Jones College of Business
Murfreesboro, TN12.2017
Mini MBA Certificate Program - undefined
Belmont University
Nashville, TN12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Government and History
Centre College
Danville, KY01.2011
Skills
- Data-driven problem solving
- Effective stakeholder management
- Strategic project organization
- Team-oriented approach
- Budgeting and KPI assessment
- Coaching and guidance
Timeline
Senior Associate
KPMG US
06.2021 - Current
Legislative Director
Tennessee Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (DIDD)
10.2017 - 06.2021
Financial Performance Manager
Division of TennCare, Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration
05.2016 - 09.2017
Legislative Assistant to Chairman
Tennessee House of Representatives
09.2012 - 04.2016
House Bill Clerk
Tennessee House of Representatives
01.2012 - 08.2012
Bankruptcy Representative
Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance
10.2011 - 01.2012
Mini MBA Certificate Program - undefined
Belmont University
Bachelor of Arts - Government and History
Centre College
Master of Business Administration -
Jennings A. Jones College of Business
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