Abdullahi Yusuf, MBA

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About

Accomplished and results-driven professional with extensive experience optimizing operational frameworks, enhancing productivity, and driving service excellence across healthcare, research, and non-profit sectors. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to streamline workflows, mitigate risks, and remove organizational barriers. Proven ability to develop and implement innovative strategies that elevate quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and research integrity while fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration. A proactive leader skilled in cross-functional team management, process improvement, change management, and strategic growth.

Program Management & Leadership

Program Management | Leadership | Operational Excellence | Research

  • Website: www.linkedin.com/in/abdullahioyusuf/
  • Phone: (507) 271-4123
  • City: Minneapolis, MN
  • Email: abdullahioyusuf21@gmail.com
  • Freelance: Available

Resume

Accomplished and results-driven professional with extensive experience optimizing operational frameworks, enhancing productivity, and driving service excellence across healthcare and non-profit sectors.

Professional Experience

External Programs Quality Specialist, Biospecimens Accessioning & Processing

2022 - Present

Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

  • Spearhead quality assurance programs for external research sites throughout the U.S.
  • Managed Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) data to maintain sample integrity for clinical trials.
  • Generated 100+ reports on trends and projections, influencing senior leadership decision-making.
  • Cultivated partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment with research quality standards.

Biorepository Laboratory Support Specialist

2018 - 2022

Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

  • Streamlined operations across 500+ research studies, leveraging LIMS for improved data collection.
  • Directed key initiatives focused on data clean-up, securing accuracy in research data.
  • Designed and implemented SOPs, preventing the loss of 1K+ samples and ensuring research data reliability.
  • Facilitated training programs for staff to improve proficiency in study protocols and operational best practices.

Laboratory Processing Specialist

2014 - 2018

Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

  • Oversaw daily specimen processing, implementing workflow strategies that minimized processing times.
  • Established and maintained a record-keeping system for specimen tracking, ensuring 100% accuracy.
  • Enhanced referral process for external lab testing, reducing turnaround times for test results.

Grant Writer, Web Developer, Co-Founder

2012 - Present

Somali American Social Service Association, Rochester, MN

  • Secured over $1M+ in grants from institutions such as Mayo Clinic, Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation, and Otto Bremer Trust.
  • Developed and executed grant proposals for youth and small business programs.
  • Created a dynamic web presence, enhancing community engagement and outreach efforts.
  • Reviewed and edited research papers for publication, contributing to community-focused research dissemination.

Education

Doctor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance

In Progress

Saint Mary's University of MN

Master of Business Administration in Strategic Management

2017

Saint Mary's University of MN

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences

2013

University of MN Rochester

Services

Offering a range of services to support your grant and non-profit needs.

Grant Management

Comprehensive management of grant processes, ensuring compliance and effective use of funds.

Grant and Non-Profit Consulting

Expert advice and strategies for non-profit organizations to maximize their impact and funding opportunities.

Grant Writing

Professional grant writing services to help secure funding from various institutions and foundations.

Volunteer Activities

  • Rochester Area Foundation Scholarship Committee
  • Rochester Rapid Transit Committee
  • Community Advisory Committee for COVID-19 (University of Minnesota - Twin Cities)
  • Students Today Leaders Forever (STLF)
  • Chairperson – Vote Yes Committee for the Rochester Public School system technology referendum

Technical Skills

  • PHP/MySQL, HTML/CSS, WordPress
  • RLIMS (LIMS System), SOFT, Tableau
  • Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe
  • Pre-Analytics Modular Machine, Laboratory Test Catalog
  • Whole Genome Sequencing, Research Studies Build
  • Title 21 Onboarding & Training
  • Afterschool Education Program Development (SASSA)

Honors & Awards

  • BDPA Southern Minnesota Computer Competition
  • 1st Place – 2009, 2008, 2007
  • 2nd Place Alternate – 2006
  • First Student Instructor – 2006-2011

Contact

Feel free to reach out for collaborations or just a friendly chat.

Address

Minneapolis, MN

Call Me

(507) 271-4123

Email Me

abdullahioyusuf21@gmail.com