David Maltese

David Maltese is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in process optimization and continuous improvement, currently serving as a Process Optimization Consultant at Florida Blue since April 2019. Responsibilities include educating new members of the Lean community, certifying Green Belt candidates, and consulting on process improvement projects that yield significant cost savings. Maltese also holds a position as Adjunct Faculty at the University of North Florida, instructing courses in Health Care Planning and Project Management while facilitating Lean certifications. Previous roles include Regional Operations Manager at Service Partners and Continuous Improvement Manager at TruTeam, where Maltese successfully led initiatives resulting in substantial operational efficiencies and cost reductions. Educational credentials include a B.A. in Anthropology from The Johns Hopkins University and a Master’s Degree in Business Management from the University of Florida.