Woman of the Week ~ Becky K. Captain

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients,some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name: Becky K. Captain

My Current Job/Company: Director of Cardiovascular Clinical Practice at The University of Kansas Health System

My Work: I develop, lead and direct programs, managers, supervisors, and staff in our cardiovascular medicine department. I work closely with Executives and Physicians to implement standards for patient care that optimize patient health and comply with laws and regulations. I provide input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of my responsibility. I work to resolve any issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. I ensure the Cardiovascular Medicine department meets the current needs and addresses the future needs of patients by introducing new technologies, services, and procedures.

My Passion: My faith, my family, and helping others become the best they can be.

My Family: Chris (My Rock-Husband), Evan and Meghan (our son & daughter-in-law–they are God’s greatest gifts to us) Don and Mary Gatewood (my parents- gave us a Christian upbringing and are our amazing supporters through life’s journey)

My Hero or Heroes: My parents- Don and Mary Gatewood—gave us a Christian Upbringing and set us up for success with excellent guidance and support- because of them I am balanced.

My Escape: In nature- any type of nature with my husband and dog (Chris and Bailey).

Pet Peeve: Wanting to read an online article with ads that frequently and relentlessly appear.

My Indulgence: Chocolate

My Roots: Kansas City, Christian, motivated, positive, happy, focused, blessed, forgiving, a lifetime of friendships and family.

My Future: God-blessed, successful, promising.

My Favorite Quote: “Spend your life doing something that will outlast it” – Anonymous

My Accessory: Smile

My Advice to Young Women: Dream big. Life begins at the end of your comfort zone….go outside your comfort zone. Anything you do will have issues, but don’t let perfect get in the way of better.

How I Balance it All: It’s an on-going process. I set both short and long-term goals for work, personal and spiritual aspects of my life. It’s staying focused on the goals and prioritizing that helps it to work.