Bernard Hooper

Bernard Hooper has a diverse and extensive work experience. Bernard is currently serving as the Chief Corporate Compliance and DEI Officer at Oakland Community Health Network, where they oversee the organization's compliance program and ensures adherence to Medicaid regulations and privacy laws. Before that, they worked at Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network as the Corporate Compliance and Privacy Officer, where they implemented compliance programs and coordinated activities among service providers. Bernard also served as the Operations Administrator and Interim Director of Quality Improvement at the same organization.

Prior to their healthcare roles, Bernard worked as a Principal at Grace Reign & Company, LLC, where they advised ventures on business models, human resources, and media strategies. Bernard was also a Senior Staff Counsel - IT at Chrysler Group LLC, where they handled corporate transactions and conducted training programs for purchasing employees. Additionally, they worked as an Adjunct Faculty at the University of Phoenix, teaching MBA and undergraduate courses in economics and finance.

Bernard also has experience in recruitment, as they served as a Recruiting Manager at Robert Half International, where they identified and recruited professionals for employment placement. Bernard was also the Principal at Grace Reign Commercial, where they oversaw executive functions and implemented an e-commerce initiative.

Before that, Bernard held various legal roles. Bernard was the Director of Legal Affairs - Asia, Pacific & Africa at Ford Motor Credit Company, where they provided legal counsel and managed financial services operations. Bernard also worked as Counsel at Ford Motor Company, handling corporate transactions and governance matters in multiple countries. Bernard began their legal career as an Associate at Mintz Levin, specializing in corporate transactions.

Overall, Bernard's work experience showcases their expertise in compliance, healthcare, human resources, and corporate law.

Bernard Hooper obtained their A.B. degree in History from Princeton University in the years 1985 to 1989. Bernard then attended the University of Michigan where they earned a J.D. degree from the Law School between 1989 and 1993. In addition to their J.D., Bernard also pursued a Master of Applied Economics (M.A.E.) at the University of Michigan from 1991 to 1993.

Bernard has also achieved various certifications throughout their career. Bernard obtained a Bar License from the New York State Bar in 1995, confirming their eligibility to practice law in the state. In 2018, they received a Certification in Healthcare Compliance from the Compliance Certification Board (CCB). Recently, in March 2022, Bernard completed a course in Financial Analysis and Valuation for Lawyers at the Harvard Business School Online.