May 15, 2014 AAMS Nominating Committee Gerry Pagano, Chair of the Nominations Committee Association of Air Medical Services 909 N. Washington Street, Suite 410 Alexandria, VA 22314 Dear Mr. Pagano: I am writing to express my desire to serve as an At-Large Director on the AAMS Board. I have interacted and supported AAMS while working for multiple organizations in the air medical and healthcare industries for 13 years; I have reviewed the qualifications and believe I am qualified for the position. I would appreciate an opportunity to further serve the industry by being on the association board. I anticipate the support of many of the Members of AAMS and will be able to assist the Board in understanding the Associate Members needs while communicating AAMS issues back to those members. I believe that my business background, education, experience and proven commitment will serve the Board and Community. My specific goals as a Board Member would include: 1. Helping the air medical industry to strategize on how to best navigate healthcare reform and government policy 2. Continuing to emphasize safe operations and quality patient care as the paramount characteristics of this industry 3. Advancing awareness through government relations and key influencers in the US 4. Representing the interests of the smaller operators and members (having been the CEO of a small air medical organization) I hope you will seriously consider my application. I look forward to serving the air medical community. Regards, Jonathan Collier Senior Vice President, Western Operations 7211 South Peoria / Englewood, Colorado, USA 80112 / 303.792.7400 / AirMethods.com
JONATHAN M. COLLIER Parker, CO 208.515.6470 jonathan.collier@airmethods.com PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AIR METHODS CORPORATION Denver, Colorado International air medical provider utilizing rotor-wing and fixed-wing aircraft 2012-Current Senior Vice President Western Operations Senior member of the Air Methods management team promoting safe and successful operations Builds, develops and manages leadership team of Regional Vice Presidents capable of carrying out strategies and improving employee relations Monitors and evaluates financial performance, customer service, safety measures and other key indicators; takes action to improve as needed or make recommendations on process improvement Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAA), the General Operations Manual (GOM) and Federal Aviation Regulations/Aeronautical Information Manual (FAR) matters Develops annual plan in support of organizational business strategies and growth Directs implementation and execution of operational standards and Company policies and practices Ensures communications are coordinated, supports plan objectives, meet organizational needs and requirements in conjunction with CEO and other senior management Develops annual budget and oversees budget to ensure compliance Recommends strategies for improvement based on research and industry analysis Responsible for negotiation and ratification of customer contracts, preferred provider agreements, lease agreements and other key business commitments and the financial impact of such commitments SUMMIT AIR AMBULANCE, LLC Boise, Idaho Regional air medical provider in the western United States utilizing rotor-wing and fixed-wing aircraft 2011-2012 Chief Executive Officer Recruited key management personnel established a Safety Management System (SMS) and general safe operations; promoted excellence in clinical care with a continuous quality improvement program while preparing for CAMTS accreditation Achieved a significant increase in EBITDA in 2011 through cost efficiencies and focused business development leading to long term provider contracts and overall flight volume improvement Pursued additional equity and debt financing in the process of acquiring both fixed- and rotor-wing aircraft PHI, INC. Lafayette, Louisiana Provider of helicopter service with 250 helicopters serving the air medical and oil and gas industries 2003-2011 Regional Director, Eastern Region Dulles, VA Prioritized regional management team to focus on safety, quality patient care and customer service; established positive culture based on integrity and clear communication with personnel Managed 19 air medical bases, 22 single and twin engine helicopters, 225+ employees, strategic planning, budget and financial expectations, customer relations and contracts; prioritized standardization across the region, effectively implementing financial efficiency strategies, personnel reviews and operational procedures while emphasizing safety in all aspects of the operation Responsibilities expanded to include air medical bases in Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, Virginia, Maryland and New Jersey Pursued, developed and executed both community based services and hospital based services/traditional contracts in the region Managed aircraft transition in Virginia from BH 412s and a BK 117 to all EC 135s in less than four months while introducing night vision goggles at each of the bases; maintained aggressive in-service capability with minimal out of service time by efficiently managing personnel training and aircraft maintenance Led leadership team in preparation for and successful completion of CAMTS accreditation Represented PHI in government relations efforts, including associations with state and federal government representatives; testified about air medical transport and competition in Maryland EMS subcommittees; lobbied in Virginia and Maryland for Medicaid reimbursement increases Director, Business Development Phoenix, AZ Served as Team Lead for ten Managers of Business Development within PHI Air Medical, establishing expectations for flight volume improvement; created proactive marketing campaigns for national and regional needs designed literature and Page 1 of 2
marketing materials for use throughout PHI Air Medical; integrated statistical analysis and strategic planning reporting to prioritize focused efforts based on reimbursement and volume potential directly improved net revenue per program Directed PHI s AMTC customer events, booth and materials; effectively highlighted PHI s strengths as the AMTC lead for four consecutive years Represented the PHI Air Medical division as the crisis and general media representative; interviewed for regional and national news media including both print and television Additional Relevant Experience Emory Healthcare Marketing Manager Atlanta, Georgia; 2002-2003 Rocky Mountain Holdings, LLC Executive Assistant to LifeNet and CFO Provo, Utah; 2001-2002 EDUCATION BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY Provo, Utah BA, Marketing Communications 2002 Minor: Business Management Attended semester abroad at BYU Center for Near Eastern Studies Jerusalem, Israel (2000) PUBLICATIONS Collier, Jonathan, Chris Eastlee and Howard Ragsdale. Air Medical Service Safety Position Paper. Industry position paper sponsored by Helicopter Association International (HAI), the Association of Air Medical Services (AAMS) and the Air Medical Operators Association (AMOA) as an exhibit for the NTSB hearings held February 3-6, 2009. Published Jan. 13, 2009. Collier, Jonathan. Air Medical Business Models. Principles and Direction of Air Medical Transport. Ed. Ira J. Blumen and Daniel Lemkin. Publication by Air Medical Physician Association (AMPA), 2006. 277-289. Collier, Jonathan. Air Evac Services: Improving Arizona s Health Over 36 Years. Air Medical Journal, Vol. 25, Issue 5 (2006): 196-199. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Key Training Courses Completed: Certified Medical Transport Executive (CMTE), 2008-9 from the Medical Transport Leadership Institute (MTLI), West Virginia; Crisis Media Training and Effective Media Communications, 2009 from The Ammerman Experience, Houston Desktop Publishing and Design: Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXpress Language: Proficiency in written and spoken Samoan Volunteer in Samoa (24 months, 1997-9): Served in volunteer organization based in Apia, Samoa; appointed Assistant to President out of 180 others and given direct responsibility for motivating, interviewing, training, and evaluating personnel within the organization; maintained positive relationships through regular interaction with national and local government officials Interests: Family, basketball, piano, history, organizational behavior, photography Page 2 of 2
May 27, 2014 Gerald M. Pagano Chairman, Nominating Committee Association of Air Medical Services 909 N. Washington Street Suite 410 Alexandria, VA 22314 Dear Mr. Pagano: Please let this serve as a commitment on the part of Air Methods Corporation to support Jonathan Collier in the position of At-large Director for the AAMS Board. It goes without saying that Jonathan is qualified for the position and I believe that he will do an excellent job of serving the interests of the Members and community. We will continue to support him with both the necessary time and financial resources to meet his responsibilities as a board member. Jonathan s experience and broad understanding of the entire industry from hospital based to independent, customer to vendor, as well as his inherent talents will be a strong asset to the Board. Sincerely, Mike Allen President, Domestic Air Medical Services
May 14, 2014 Association of Air Medical Services 909 N. Washington Street, Suite 410 Alexandria, VA 22314 ATTN: Gerry Pagano, Past Chairman Chair of the Nominations Committee Dear Gerry, PHI Air Medical LLC would like to express our support for Jonathan Collier, Senior Vice President of Air Methods Corporation, for AAMS Board Director At-Large. As a leader in the air medical community, Mr. Collier is held in high regard for his ability to work proactively with fellow air medical providers to create consensus and resolve challenges. In doing so, Jonathan draws on experience gained from a career that includes various business models and locations. Jonathan Collier is committed to being a voice for AAMS members and to ensuring that AAMS members stay informed of AAMS actions and positions. Jonathan has our support as AAMS Board Director At-Large, and we believe he will earn the support of AAMS members through communication, collaboration, and leadership. Sincerely, Graham Pierce BS, MICP, FP-C. CCP-C Director: Air Medical Group 2800 N. 44 th St., Ste. 800 Phoenix, AZ 85008 phiarimedical.com 602-224-3500