James W. Butler III Administrative Fellowship

James W. Butler III

The James W. Butler III Administrative Fellowship is an immersive two-year (24-month) program meticulously designed to empower hospital administrators from diverse backgrounds with the skills and perspective needed to shape the future of healthcare. Our Fellowship places a strong emphasis on high-impact project work that aligns with institutional goals while nurturing essential healthcare leadership competencies. The Administrative Fellow will also support Executive-Level meetings to observe firsthand enterprise management and decision making. The cornerstone of the Fellowship at University of Michigan Health (University of Michigan Health-Sparrow & University of Michigan Health-West) is the opportunity to immediately participate and directly add value to institutional priorities working alongside health system leadership. Our Fellowship program is dedicated to fostering a culture of continuous learning and is unwavering in its commitment to developing the most promising talent for healthcare leadership. We also provide unique opportunities to explore the realm of academic medicine, making this a transformative experience for emerging healthcare leaders.

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is Mid-Michigan’s premier health care organization and includes hospitals in Lansing, Carson City, Charlotte, Ionia and St. Johns, as well as UM Health-Sparrow Specialty Hospital, Care Network, the Michigan Athletic Club, and AL!VE. UM Health-Sparrow is part of University of Michigan Health. Through the dedication of our 10,000 team members, UM Health-Sparrow pursues a vision to be nationally recognized as a leader in quality and patient experience.

Tolulope Adedokun, MHA (2021-2022)

Tolulope Adedokun works within the Enterprise Project Management and Operational Excellence team at University of Michigan Health–Sparrow. As an Operational Excellence Specialist, she and her team lead efforts to develop and achieve organizational goals by optimizing processes, fostering innovation, and cultivating a culture of ongoing excellence. Leveraging data-driven decision-making, project management skills, and change management methodologies, they help drive measurable improvements in patient care, operational efficiency, and organizational performance.

Tolulope helps lead and execute key initiatives alongside her team, including efforts like the rollout of Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI), which enhances access, safety, quality, patient and team member experience, and strategic growth across UMHP clinics. She partners with leaders and team members to implement new performance metrics and embed operational excellence practices into daily workflows, ensuring improvements are both meaningful and sustainable.

Beyond operational projects, Tolulope has helped develop, design, and facilitate internal training programs such as the Continuous Improvement Academy and Compassion Training, empowering team members with the skills and mindset necessary to drive innovation and elevate performance throughout the organization. She and her team also contribute to strategic growth through the development and implementation of the Health Science Partnership Program—a community-focused initiative that creates career pathways for students pursuing healthcare professions across the region. This work supports the future healthcare workforce while aligning with UM Health-Sparrow’s long-term workforce strategy. Tolulope is passionate about continuing to provide the best quality care for all at all times. She helps the organization solve complex challenges and approach difficult issues and opportunities with fresh perspectives. Her clinical and administrative background gives her a unique ability to connect frontline realities with system-wide operational strategies, consistently advancing a culture of excellence and progressive improvement across the health system.

Jared Coleman, MBA (2022 – 2024)

Jared Coleman is the Director of Administrative Services for University of Michigan Health Partners. In this role, he partners with Executive and Market Leadership to advance the strategic vision of a regional medical group that serves as a cornerstone of our statewide system of care. Jared oversees key areas including project management, mergers and acquisitions, access, and the Mobile Health Clinic. His focus is on building consistency and alignment across the regional medical group to ensure smooth clinical and non-clinical operations while supporting best-in-class care.

Jared has led initiatives generating over $1+ million in benefits, many of which stemmed from relationships built during his administrative fellowship. He continues to work closely with regional leadership on workforce planning and integration efforts.

Outside of his professional role, Jared mentors students at Western Michigan University, contributes to the Health Administration Advisory Council, and serves on the United Way of South Central Michigan’s Development and Marketing Committee, providing strategic input on donor engagement and brand messaging. He also recently joined the GLACHE program committee. His dedication to community health and high-quality care continues to drive his career and leadership.