Juan Santizo has been the Director of Finance and Operations at the Keck School of Medicine of USC since 2016. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the USC Marshall School of Business and a Master from the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy, bringing comprehensive expertise to the Iovine and Young Academy. With over 20 years of work experience in an academic setting at USC, Mr. Santizo has a deep understanding of the institution's financial and operational landscape.
During his time at Keck, Juan Santizo has driven the school's financial and operational successes, including improving profit margins, expanding academic programs, and diversifying funding sources. His leadership, which emphasizes financial stewardship and strategic initiatives, has enhanced academic operations and broadened Keck’s footprint throughout Southern California. Mr. Santizo's financial strategies involve thorough financial reporting and proforma analysis to support informed decision-making, departmental growth, and operational efficiency.
His commitment to transparency and accountability is evident in his active engagement in faculty affairs, reinforcing a culture of openness and proactive communication. Looking ahead, Mr. Santizo is eager to apply his expertise to enhance the financial frameworks and further support the innovative educational initiatives at the Iovine and Young Academy.