Dean Bartness

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About Dean Bartness

An accomplished, respected, and results-oriented executive level professional with high personal and professional integrity and a wealth of management experience in the areas of regional & programmatic accreditation, compliance, ethics, regulatory affairs, internal auditing, proprietary school operations, career colleges, state licensing and investigations in public and nonpublic companies and governmental agencies. A collaborative team player and proven difference maker. An analytical, pragmatic and disciplined professional with highly honed problem-solving skills and the ability to balance multiple projects, and a skilled diplomat who can manage conflict and lead consensus and yet at times confidently say "no". Highly articulate with the ability to communicate effectively and credibly. Additional experience includes merger & acquisitions, regulatory due diligence, start ups, operational assessments, internal control evaluations and complaint mediation along with strong knowledge of the United States Department of Education Code of Federal Regulations relating to post-secondary higher education. Masters Division - National Physique Committee (NPC) and United States Powerlifting (USAPL) member.